Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Ultra-Wideangle Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
EF Mount cameras.
The Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD is also available in the Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
What type of photography is the Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
There is only one more lens with the Canon EF mount that has the exact same focal and aperture range with the Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD, the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2.
Lenses in Canon EF Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Reasons to Buy the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
| Optical Image Stabilization |
| Autofocus |
| Distance Scale |
| 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 |
| 9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh |
| Extreme Wide-angle capability |
| Min focus distance of 0.28m / 11.0 inch |
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| Lens Extends while zooming |
| Heavy |
Lens Mount
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD is compatible with cameras that have a Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD has a maximum diameter of 98mm and a total length of 145mm. It weighs 1100g / 38.8 oz.
Focal Range
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD has a focal range of 15-30mm and 2.0X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 24 - 48mm.
Optical Image Stabilization
The Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.2x with a minimum focusing distance of 0.28m.
Below are the 3 Ultra-Wideangle Zoom type Canon12 mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f2.8 from 15mm all the way to the 30mm .
| Focal Length |
Max Aperture |
Min Aperture |
|
15mm
|
F2.8 |
F22 |
|
30mm
|
F2.8 |
F22 |
Optical Formula
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD's optical formula consists of 18 elements in 13 groups . The following special elements are used in this design:
- Fluorine coating on front element
- eBAND anti-reflective coating
- XGM (expanded glass molded aspherical)
- low dispersion elements
Lens Hood
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.
Body Colour
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD is available in Black color.
Popular Comparisons of Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD
Here are the 8 most popular comparisons of the Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD Lens
In addition, it would be interesting to check which lenses from other mounts are most commonly compared with the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD.
Top Alternatives of Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD in Other Lens Mounts
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