CameraDecision
  • CAMERAS
    • All Cameras
    • Cameras by Brand
      • Sony Cameras
      • Canon Cameras
      • Nikon Cameras
      • Pentax Cameras
      • Fujifilm Cameras
      • Olympus Cameras
      • Panasonic Cameras
      • Leica Cameras
      • Samsung Cameras
    • Cameras by Body Type
      • Mirrorless Cameras
      • DSLR Cameras
      • Compact Cameras
      • Bridge Cameras
      • Waterproof Cameras
    • Cameras by Lens Mount
      • Sony E Mount Cameras
      • Canon RF Mount Cameras
      • Nikon Z Mount Cameras
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Cameras
      • Fujifilm X Mount Cameras
      • Leica L Mount Cameras
      • Nikon F Mount Cameras
      • Canon EF Mount Cameras
      • Canon EF M Mount Cameras
      • Canon EF S Mount Cameras
      • Pentax KAF Mount Cameras
      • Sony Alpha Mount Cameras
      • Fujifilm G Mount Cameras
      • Sigma SA Mount Cameras
      • Nikon 1 Mount Cameras
  • LENSES
    • All Lenses
    • Lenses by Mount
      • Sony E Mount Lenses
      • Canon RF Mount Lenses
      • Nikon Z Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF M Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF S Mount Lenses
      • Nikon F Mount Lenses
      • Fujifilm X Mount Lenses
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses
      • Leica L Mount Lenses
      • Pentax KAF Mount Lenses
      • Fujifilm G Mount Lenses
      • Sigma SA Mount Lenses
      • Sony Alpha Mount Lenses
    • Teleconverters
    • Cinema Lenses
      • Sony E Mount Cine Lenses
      • Canon RF Mount Cine Lenses
      • Nikon Z Mount Cine Lenses
      • Canon EF Mount Cine Lenses
      • Nikon F Mount Cine Lenses
      • ARRI PL Mount Cine Lenses
      • Fujifilm X Mount Cine Lenses
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Cine Lenses
      • Leica L Mount Cine Lenses
  • TOOLS
    • Cameras
      • Smart Find
      • 1-on-1 Comparison
    • Lenses
      • Smart Find
      • 1-on-1 Comparison
  • BLOG

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD E Mount Review

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD

Main Features

  • 28-75mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 550g / 1.21 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 73mm x 117mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.19m
  • Max Magnification: 0.34x
CHECK PRICE
CHECK PRICE
Compare To
x
Add a Lens for comparison

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Overview


Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Standard Zoom lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with E Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeFair
SportsAverage
PortraitVery Good
TravelVery Good
StreetVery Good
WeddingVery Good
Walk AroundVery Good
VloggingVery Good
LandscapeVery Good
MacroAverage

Lenses in Sony E Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Compare
35mm FF 540gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Hood supplied
Full-time Manual Focusing
Fast Aperture at Wide end
Fast Aperture at Tele end
Constant f2.8 aperture throughout the range
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
Minimum focus distance of 0.19m / 7.5 inch
Report a correction

Buy Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III from Amazon or B&H PHOTO


CONs
Lens Extents while zooming


Lens Mount

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is compatible with cameras that have a Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7C Mark II, Sony A7CR and Sony A6700.

Sony A7C Mark II with Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens Size
Sony A7C Mark II with the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens
Sony A7CR with Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens Size
Sony A7CR with the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens
Sony A6700 with Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens Size
Sony A6700 with the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a maximum diameter of 73mm and total length of 117mm when not extended. It weighs 550g / 19.4 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III and Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Sony E mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III vs Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III and the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Size and Weight

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a filter thread of 67mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III:

  • 67mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 67mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 67mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a focal range of 28-75mm and 2.7X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42 - 112.5mm.



Weather Sealings

https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Tamron-28-75mm-F2.8-Di-III-RXD-Sony-E-sealing.jpg
Weather Sealings of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III

The Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Sony A7C Mark II, Sony A7CR and Sony A6700.

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III MTF Charts

Below you can find the MTF chart of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III which would give an idea of the its contrast and resolution from the center to its edges.


https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Tamron-28-75mm-F2.8-Di-III-RXD-Sony-E-mtf-chart-1.jpg
MTF Chart of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III
https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Tamron-28-75mm-F2.8-Di-III-RXD-Sony-E-mtf-chart-2.jpg
MTF Chart of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III

Zoom Method

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.34x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.19m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.34x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Standard Zoom type Sony E mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G: 0.39x - (Compare)
  • Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2: 0.37x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C: 0.36x - (Compare)

Aperture

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f2.8 from 28mm all the way to the 75mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
28mm F2.8 F22
75mm F2.8 F22

https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Tamron-28-75mm-F2.8-Di-III-RXD-Sony-E-optical-structure.jpg
Optical Construction of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III

Lens Hood

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Body Colour

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Compare
35mm FF 540 g / 1.19 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C Lens Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C
Compare
35mm FF 470 g / 1.03 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art
Compare
35mm FF 835 g / 1.84 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T
Compare
35mm FF 426 g / 0.94 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 24-70mm f2.8 AF Lens Samyang 24-70mm f2.8 AF
Compare
35mm FF 1,027 g / 2.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Compare
APS-C / DX 525 g / 1.16 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
Compare
35mm FF 295 g / 0.65 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM
Compare
35mm FF 886 g / 1.95 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD Alternatives in Sony E Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Compare
35mm FF 695 g / 1.53 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G Lens Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G
Compare
35mm FF 488 g / 1.07 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Lens Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS
Compare
35mm FF 663 g / 1.46 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 Lens Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6
Compare
35mm FF 167 g / 0.37 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T
Compare
35mm FF 426 g / 0.94 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
Compare
35mm FF 295 g / 0.65 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM
Compare
35mm FF 886 g / 1.95 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art
Compare
35mm FF 835 g / 1.84 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 24-70mm f2.8 AF Lens Samyang 24-70mm f2.8 AF
Compare
35mm FF 1027 g / 2.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C Lens Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C
Compare
35mm FF 470 g / 1.03 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Compare
35mm FF 540 g / 1.19 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

Related Blog Posts

Nikon Z 135mm F1.8 Plena Lens in Short Supply
Nikon Z Mount Lens Roadmap Updated, One More f1.2 Lens to Come
Nikon Zf Size with 30 different Z-Mount Lenses Attached: Most Compact to Largest
Nikon 135mm F1.8 Plena vs 58mm F0.95 Noct Lens Sizes Comparison
Nikon Z 135mm F1.8 S Plena vs Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM vs Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lenses Size And Feature Comparison
A 500mm F6.3 Full frame lens for only $329?
Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD Lens Available for Pre-Order. And Yes, It is a Full-frame Lens
Fujifilm GF 110mm F5.6 T/S, 30mm F5.6 T/S and 55mm F1.7 Lenses: Medium Format comes with a Price tag

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Tamron
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 28-75mm
Image Stabilization
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock No
Zoom Ratio 2.7X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8
Min Aperture
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades unknown
Optics
Special Elements Fluorine coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.19m
Max Magnification 0.34X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 550g
Diameter 73mm
Length 117mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 67mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar No
Report a Correction
Frequently Asked Questions about Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD
is the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD a Weather-sealed lens?
What is the Minimum Focusing Distance of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD
is the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD an Autofocus (AF) lens?
What is the Filter Thread Size of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD
Does Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD have Image Stabilization?
Does Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD have Aperture Ring?
What is the Maximum Magnification Ratio of Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD


FOLLOW US


Latest Sony E Lenses
Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD
Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD
Sony E | F4.0 Wideangle Zoom
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
Sony E | F2.8 Wideangle Zoom
Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II
Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II
Sony E | F4.0 Telephoto Zoom
Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 FE II
Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 FE II
Sony E | F1.8 Telephoto Prime
Viltrox 75mm f1.2 AF
Viltrox 75mm f1.2 AF
Sony E | F1.2 Telephoto Prime
Viltrox AF 16mm f1.8 FE
Viltrox AF 16mm f1.8 FE
Sony E | F1.8 Wideangle Prime
Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN
Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN
Sony E | F1.4 Wideangle Prime
Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE
Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE
Sony E | F2-2.8 Telephoto Zoom
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C
Sony E | F2.0 Standard Prime
Sigma 17mm F4 DG DN C
Sigma 17mm F4 DG DN C
Sony E | F4.0 Wideangle Prime
Latest Compatible Cameras
Sony A7C Mark II
Sony A7C Mark II
33 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Sony A7CR
Sony A7CR
60 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Sony A6700
Sony A6700
26 MP | APS-C BSI-CMOS
Sony ZV-E1
Sony ZV-E1
12 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Sony A7R V
Sony A7R V
61 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Copyright © 2023 by CameraDecision
Privacy About Contact Us SpeakerDecision LaptopDecision

Report a Correction