Tamron 150-500mm Di III VXD Lens
The Tamron 150-500mm is a 150–500mm f/5 lens designed for Fujifilm X mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Tamron 150-500mm Di III VXD Lens
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Lens Overview — Tamron 150-500mm
Key Features — Tamron 150-500mm
150-500mm Zoom Range: Covers a versatile super telephoto range suited to wildlife, birds in flight, and sports without needing to swap lenses.
Fujifilm X-Mount Native: Designed specifically for the Fujifilm X mirrorless system, enabling full electronic communication for autofocus, image stabilization, and EXIF data.
VXD Linear Motor AF: Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive delivers fast, precise, and near-silent autofocus tracking well suited to moving subjects.
Built-In Optical Stabilization: In-lens image stabilization helps reduce camera shake when shooting handheld at longer focal lengths where movement is amplified.
f/5–f/6.7 Maximum Aperture: Maximum aperture varies across the zoom range; exposure settings will shift as you zoom toward the longer end of the focal range.
APS-C Format Coverage: Optimized for APS-C sensors, giving an effective focal length equivalent of approximately 229–762mm on Fujifilm X-mount bodies.
Lens Specifications — Tamron 150-500mm
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Wildlife, Birding, Sports, Travel |
| Lens Type | Super Telephoto |
| Format | APS-C |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 150–500mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/5 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 82mm |
Description — Tamron 150-500mm
The Tamron 150-500mm Di III VXD is a super telephoto zoom lens purpose-built for Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras, covering the APS-C sensor format. Its focal length range runs from 150mm to 500mm, offering substantial reach across a single versatile optic — well suited to wildlife, sports, and any subject that demands distance. The lens features a maximum aperture of f/5 and supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving photographers the control they need in varied situations. Optical image stabilization is integrated into the design, assisting with camera shake reduction during handheld shooting at telephoto distances.
An 82mm filter thread at the front accepts standard accessories. Weighing 1,724g, this is a substantial piece of glass, as expected for a lens covering this focal range. As a mirrorless-native design, it integrates directly with the Fujifilm X system without adapters.
For photographers invested in the Fujifilm ecosystem who need serious telephoto reach in a single zoom, this lens covers a lot of ground.
Pros — Tamron 150-500mm
- ✓Broad 150-500mm focal length range (minFocalLength: 150, maxFocalLength: 500) covers a wide variety of super telephoto shooting scenarios
- ✓Fujifilm X-mount native design ensures full compatibility with Fujifilm X-system mirrorless cameras
- ✓Optical image stabilization helps maintain sharpness during handheld shooting at extended focal lengths
Cons — Tamron 150-500mm
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/5 is relatively modest for a super telephoto, which may limit performance in lower light conditions
- ✗At 1,724g, the lens is substantial in weight and may require additional support for extended handheld use
- ✗APS-C-only format means the lens is not usable on full-frame or medium format systems
Videos — Tamron 150-500mm
Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Review — DPReview TV