Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Lens (Sony E) (A071)
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Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Lens (Sony E) (A071)
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Lens Overview — Tamron A071
Key Features — Tamron A071
28-200mm Full-Frame Zoom: Covers wide-angle through telephoto in a single lens, equivalent to 42-300mm on APS-C bodies, making it a practical one-lens solution for travel and everyday shooting.
f/2.8 Wide-End Aperture: Opens to f/2.8 at 28mm, giving this all-in-one zoom a faster maximum aperture than most competing travel zooms at the wide end.
RXD Autofocus Motor: Tamron's Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive delivers near-silent autofocus, making the lens well-suited for video recording where motor noise would be picked up on audio.
19cm Minimum Focus Distance: A minimum focus distance of 19.05cm (7.5 inches) yields a 1:3.13 macro reproduction ratio, enabling close-up detail shots that most travel zooms cannot achieve.
18 Elements, 14 Groups: The optical formula uses 18 elements arranged in 14 groups to control aberrations and maintain image quality across the full zoom range.
7-Blade Rounded Diaphragm: The rounded seven-blade aperture is designed to produce smooth, circular out-of-focus highlights (bokeh) throughout the zoom range.
Description — Tamron A071
The Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD covers a 28-200mm focal range on Sony E-mount cameras with full-frame coverage, making it a compelling single-lens solution for travel, street, and event photography. The maximum aperture runs from f/2.8 at the wide end to f/5.6 at 200mm, with angles of view spanning 75° 23' to 12° 21'. The optical formula consists of 18 elements in 14 groups, paired with a 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth out-of-focus rendering.
A minimum focus distance of 19.05cm (7.5 inches) delivers a 1:3.13 macro reproduction ratio. Autofocus is handled by the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) motor, rated near-silent and confirmed suitable for video. The lens includes moisture-resistant construction, a fluorine coating on the front element, full-time manual focus override, Sony Direct Manual Focus compatibility, and a zoom lock switch for secure transport.
Filter attachment is via a 67mm front thread. The lens weighs 575.5g and measures 74 x 116.8mm, and it is backed by a 6-year limited manufacturer warranty.
Pros — Tamron A071
- ✓Wide f/2.8 maximum aperture at the 28mm end provides genuine low-light capability for a travel zoom
- ✓Near-silent RXD autofocus motor is explicitly rated as suitable for video shooting
- ✓Impressive minimum focus distance of 19.05cm yields a 1:3.13 macro reproduction ratio
Cons — Tamron A071
- ✗Maximum aperture narrows to f/5.6 at the 200mm telephoto end, limiting light in compressed shots
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be a challenge at the 200mm end without in-body stabilization
- ✗At 575.5g, it is not the lightest option for everyday carry despite its all-in-one appeal
Videos — Tamron A071
Tamron 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Review: Our new favourite superzoom lens? — DPReview TV