Hands-On with the Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 for FUJIFILM X Mount
What's new from Tamron?
The 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A2 VC RXD Lens for Fujifilm!
Previously released for the Sony system, it is now available for Fujifilm X Mount.
This is Tamron's second zoom lens for the Fujifilm X Series cameras. Last year they released the 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD for Fujifilm.
It's really great to see brands like Tamron releasing high-quality, compact zoom lenses for the X series cameras!
Some of the features of the 17-70mm F/2.8 include:
- 25.5-105mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/16
- Three Aspherical Elements
- Two Low Dispersion Elements
- BBAR and Fluorine Coatings
- RXD Stepping AF Motor
- VC Image Stabilization
- Moisture-Resistant Construction
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Let's Go On Location with the Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8
I got to take this awesome lens out for a spin at Pike Place Market recently, check out the video to hear more about the capabilities of this lens.
THIS LENS IS GREAT FOR...
This lens is a great choice for a variety of genres including landscapes, portraits, street photography, cityscapes, and travel.
It's lightweight, and compact. With the moisture resistance we can feel confident heading out on a drizzly PNW day, paired with their vibration compensation, we have a powerhouse of a lens that won't break the bank!
Pick yours up today for only $799, for Fujifilm or Sony.
About the Author
Kate Hailey is a freelance portrait photographer and photo educator based in Seattle, WA. Kate also runs Glazer's event programming. Video and still images by Kate Hailey.