Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens Nikon Z
Overview
The Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070S) is a groundbreaking fast-aperture standard zoom lens designed for Nikon Z mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. As the world's first lens of its kind, it features a class-leading 4.1x zoom ratio and a constant F2.8 aperture, offering exceptional versatility for everyday shooting.
Key Features
Versatile Focal Range & Image Quality
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4.1x Class-Leading Zoom Ratio – Covers wide-angle 17mm to medium telephoto 70mm, making it ideal for landscapes, portraits, street, and travel photography.
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Constant F/2.8 Aperture – Maintains brightness throughout the zoom range for low-light shooting and beautiful background blur.
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Superb Optical Construction – Features 16 elements in 12 groups, including LD (Low Dispersion) and GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) elements for high resolution and contrast from centre to corner.
Built-In VC (Vibration Compensation)
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Tamron's Proprietary Image Stabilization – Effectively reduces camera shake during handheld shooting, ensuring crisp stills and smooth video in low-light conditions.
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Optimized for Video – The VC mechanism is designed for stable, smooth footage.
Fast, Quiet Autofocus
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RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) – High-speed and accurate autofocus that is remarkably quiet, making it perfect for both stills and video recording.
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Suppressed Focus Breathing – Engineered to minimize angle-of-view changes during focus pulling for natural video expression.
Close-Up Capabilities & Build
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Minimum Object Distance of 0.19m (Wide) – Allows for impressive close-up shots with dramatic background blur.
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Moisture-Resistant Construction & Fluorine Coating – Provides reliable protection for outdoor shooting.
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Firmware Updates via TAMRON Lens Utility – Allows you to keep the lens updated via the dedicated PC application.
Conclusion
The Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 VC RXD for Nikon Z mount is a highly versatile and portable all-in-one lens that sets a new standard for APS-C mirrorless systems. Its combination of a class-leading zoom range, constant F2.8 aperture, effective VC, and fast, quiet AF makes it an outstanding choice for photographers and videographers who demand performance without the bulk.
Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A Specs
| Focal Length |
17 to 70mm (35mm Equivalent: 25.5 to 105mm)
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| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/22
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| Lens Mount |
Nikon Z
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| Lens Format Coverage |
APS-C
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| Angle of View |
80° 37' to 23° 17'
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| Minimum Focus Distance |
7.5" / 19.1 cm (Wide) to 15.4" / 39.1 cm (Tele)
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| Magnification |
1:4.8 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.21x Magnification
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| Optical Design |
16 Elements in 12 Groups
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| Aperture/Iris Blades |
9, Rounded
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| Focus Type |
Autofocus
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| Image Stabilization |
Yes
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| Filter Size |
67 mm (Front)
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| Dimensions |
ø: 2.9 x L: 4.8" / ø: 74.6 x L: 121.3 mm
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| Weight |
1.2 lb / 540 g
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