Tamron has released the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD ultra-telephoto zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. This lens boasts an impressive 8x zoom range starting at 50mm, along with autofocus and vibration compensation, all within a fairly compact and portable design. The lens is versatile enough for a wide range of photography, from landscapes and wildlife to sports and portraits, so let’s have a look!Tamron has been steadily adding lenses to their arsenal, including the 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD for Sony E and the 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 for Nikon Z Mirrorless cameras. Now, they’ve released the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Nikon Z version of the Sony model from 2022.Lens featuresBesides that 8x zoom ratio, the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 lens also offers the VXD1 linear motor focus mechanism, which lets you focus quickly and quietly from MOD (Minimum Object Distance) to infinity, an advantage for wildlife and sports photographers. In addition, Tamron’s proprietary VC2 (Vibration Compensation) system should effectively reduce camera shake, particularly when using telephoto focal lengths or shooting at slower shutter speeds. According to Tamron, the image stabilizer allows for shooting at shutter speeds up to 5 EV stops slower than would typically be possible without stabilization.Close-up taken at 142mm / f/6.4 / 1/400s / ISO 1600. Source: TamronThe 50-400mm lens is also great for close-ups. At the 50 mm zoom setting, the minimum focusing distance is 9.8 inches (25cm), allowing for half-macro shooting with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2. Even at the 400mm telephoto end, the minimum focusing distance is 59.1 inches (1.5m), providing a maximum magnification ratio of 1:4.Tamron Lens Utility connects through a USB-C port. Source: TamronOther features of the camera include a Zoom Lock mechanism so the tube doesn’t extend during transport, BBAR G2 anti-reflection lens coating, and the incorporation of the Tamron Lens Utility for customizing functions and updating the firmware – users can connect to their computer through a USB Type-C connector port directly on the lens.Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 – SpecsFocal Length: 50-400 mmLight intensity: F 4.5-6.3Minimum Object Distance: 0.25m (WIDE) / 1.5m (TELE)Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:2 (WIDE) / 1:4 (TELE)Filter Size: 67 mmWeight: 1.18 kg / 2.6 lb Item number: A067Groups-Elements: 18-24Angle of View: 46°48′-6°11′Diaphragm Blades: 9Aperture (min.): F 22-32Largest diameter: 88.5 mmLength: 183.4 mmColor: BlackPrice and availabilityThe Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Nikon Z lens is available now for pre-order and is priced at $1,299. For more information, you can visit the Tamron website.What do you think of this Tamron lens? Does the versatility make it a lens you’d consider adding to your kit? Let us know in the comments!
