The Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A067) is a Sony E-mount full-frame zoom lens covering an 8x focal range from 50mm to 400mm, weighing 1115g, with VXD linear motor autofocus, built-in VC image stabilisation, a 9-blade aperture diaphragm, and a minimum focus distance of just 25cm — making it a versatile single-lens solution for Sony mirrorless shooters.
Key Specifications
- Focal length: 50–400mm (8x zoom ratio)
- Maximum aperture: f/4.5 (wide) – f/6.3 (tele)
- Minimum aperture: f/22
- Aperture blades: 9 (rounded)
- AF motor: VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor
- Image stabilisation: VC (Vibration Compensation) built-in
- Minimum focus distance: 0.25m (25cm)
- Filter thread: 67mm
- Weight: 1115g
- Mount: Sony E cameras (full-frame & APS-C compatible)
Who is the Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD for?
This lens works for photographers who want one lens to cover a full day out. Wildlife shooters use the 400mm reach for distant birds and mammals, while the 50mm wide end means you can shoot when your subject wanders close without swapping glass. Sports photographers heading to the sidelines benefit from the fast VXD autofocus motor, which tracks moving subjects effectively. Travellers benefit from the single-lens approach — 1115g is a genuine commitment, but it replaces two or three lenses in your bag. On an APS-C mirrorless body the effective range stretches to 75–600mm, adding more reach for bird-in-flight work. The 25cm minimum focus distance is a practical bonus: you can shoot frame-filling close-ups of flowers or insects at the 50mm end without reaching for a macro lens. If your shooting spans wildlife, travel, sports, and everyday walkaround, this lens earns its place on a wide range of Sony E cameras.
Buying a used Tamron 50-400mm Di III VC VXD
Picking up a pre-owned Tamron 50-400mm Di III VC VXD is sensible — this is a heavy-use lens built for outdoor work, and most second-hand copies come in excellent optical condition. Every item on Camera-tweedehands.nl is individually photographed so you see the actual copy before you buy, and each lens comes with a minimum 12 months warranty. Tamron designed the A067 with moisture-resistant construction, so used copies tend to hold up well even after field use.
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