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Description

TAMRON SP 70-300mm F/4-5.6  LENS

LENS: NO FUNGUS, MINOR DUST, DOES NOT AFFECT FUNCTION
NEAR MINT
 
AI Overview
 
 
 
 
The is a budget-friendly full-frame telephoto zoom lens known for strong value, sharp optics, and effective image stabilization.
 
Key Specifications
  • Focal Length: 70–300mm (equivalent to 105–450mm on APS-C Nikon and 112–480mm on Canon)
  • Aperture Range: f/4–5.6 (9 aperture blades)
  • Optical Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups (including LD and XLD low-dispersion glass)
  • Autofocus: USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) motor
  • Image Stabilization: VC (Vibration Compensation)
  • Filter Size: 62mm
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 1.5m (4.9 ft)
  • Weight & Dimensions: Approx. 765g to 800g; 80mm x 144–194mm
 
 
Optical Performance & Handling
  • Sharpness: Delivers very good to sharp results from 70mm through the middle focal lengths. Sharpness dips slightly when pushed out to 300mm, though it remains quite usable (and improves when stopped down to f/8–f/11).
  • Autofocus (USD): Generally fast, quiet, and accurate, though it can occasionally hunt or slow down in low-light environments or at the 300mm end.
  • Vibration Compensation (VC): The 3-axis/4-stop stabilization system is widely praised—often matching or outperforming comparable OEM stabilization systems like Nikon's VR.
  • Aberrations & Distortion: Chromatic aberrations and geometric distortion are well-controlled for a lens in this price class, though you may see some vignetting on full-frame (FX) bodies at wider apertures.
  • Build Quality: Features a sturdy polycarbonate/plastic build with a metal lens mount, internal focusing, and a bundled lens hood.
 
 
Pros and Cons
Pros
  • Great price-to-performance ratio compared to OEM alternatives.
  • Effective VC image stabilization.
  • Quiet and reasonably quick USD autofocus.
  • Solid center sharpness across most of the zoom range.
Cons
  • Softens slightly at the 300mm end.
  • Aperture of f/4–5.6 requires plenty of light or higher ISO values indoors and at night.
  • Some users report sample variation or minor focus accuracy inconsistencies on specific camera bodies.