Tamron 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens
The Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2 is a 24mm f/2.8 lens designed for Sony E mount cameras. Used copies start from $166.46 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Tamron 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens
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Lens Overview — Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2
Key Features — Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2
24mm Prime Focal Length: A fixed wide-angle field of view well-suited for landscapes, architecture, street photography, and environmental portraiture.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Allows for shooting in lower light and enables meaningful background separation, particularly at closer focus distances.
1:2 Macro Capability: Achieves a 1:2 maximum magnification ratio, letting photographers capture close-up detail well beyond what typical wide-angle lenses allow.
Full-Frame Sony E-Mount: Designed specifically for Sony full-frame mirrorless bodies, with full compatibility across the FE lineup.
215g Compact Build: One of the lightest full-frame wide-angle primes available for Sony E-mount, making it practical for travel and everyday carry.
OSD Autofocus Motor: The Optimized Silent Drive motor delivers quiet and responsive autofocus performance suitable for both stills and video.
Lens Specifications — Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Macro |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 67mm |
Description — Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2
The Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 is a wide-angle prime lens purpose-built for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. With a fixed 24mm focal length and a f/2.8 maximum aperture, it delivers a capable combination for wide-angle photography across genres including landscapes, street, and architecture. One of its most defining characteristics is its exceptional portability — the lens weighs only 215g, making it one of the lighter full-frame prime options available for the Sony E-mount system.
The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, providing flexibility across a variety of shooting scenarios. A 67mm filter thread accommodates standard filter accessories. It should be noted that image stabilization is not included, so stabilization will depend on the camera body.
The full-frame image circle ensures edge-to-edge coverage on Sony's full-frame mirrorless lineup.
Pros — Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2
- ✓Extremely lightweight at just 215g, making it ideal for travel and all-day shooting
- ✓Full-frame coverage on Sony E-mount bodies with a 24mm wide-angle focal length
- ✓f/2.8 maximum aperture supports shooting in lower light conditions
Cons — Tamron 24mm f/2.8 OSD M 1:2
- ✗No image stabilization included, which can be limiting in low-light handheld situations
- ✗Fixed 24mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility
- ✗f/2.8 maximum aperture is modest compared to faster wide-angle prime options
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Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 lens review with samples — Christopher Frost