Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens For Sony E

Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens Summary

Tamron’s 11-20mm Di III-A RXD Lens for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras is the world's first ultra wide f/2.8 zoom. It comes packed with technology including extremely close shooting capabilities of just 15cm to provide a versatile zoom for a range of subjects and dynamic ultra wide compositions. The lens harnesses Sony system features including Hybrid AF and Eye AF whilst remaining extremely compact at 86.2mm in length weighing just 335g with a 67mm filter size.

Optics included in the 11-20mm Di III-A RXD deliver high resolution across the entire image thanks a series of special elements. With an equivalent focal zoom of 16.5mm - 30mm (full frame) this lens will suit subjects such as Astrophotography landscapes architecture and interiors amongst other genres.

Features at a glance

• World’s brightest aperture ultra wide zoom for Sony crop sensor mirrorless cameras
• Extremely compact and lightweight design for maximum portability
• Responsive AF with RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping D
• Versatile focal width zoom with close-focus of 15cm (wide end) to 24cm at the zoom end
• Outstanding results for photo and video
• Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating

Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens For Sony E in More Detail

Bright optics

Tamron’s 11-20mm lens is the world's first constant f/2.8 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Despite this claim it remains compact lightweight and very practical. With its usefulness derived from a compact lightweight design with fast aperture the 11-20mm provides an exciting shooting experience with greater freedom in diverse shooting situations including low light.

Compact and lightweight

The 11-20mm is only 86.2mm long and weighs just 335g. which is a remarkably compact and lightweight combination for this type of wide angle lens. When used with an APS-C mirrorless camera it enables photographers to enjoy a responsive system without being hindered by size or weight. It provides a comfortable user experience for still photography and for shooting video using a small tripod or gimbal stabiliser.

Excellent optical performance

The 11-20mm construction includes 12 glass elements arranged into 10 groups. Two precisely located GM (Glass Moulded Aspherical) lens elements assure high resolution across the entire image. In addition the lens incorporates one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) and two LD (Low Dispersion) elements to produce sharp images with well controlled optical aberrations. It also features the BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating that suppresses ghosting and flare to a minimum level and reveals the minute details of objects even when the subject is backlit. This also results in pleasingly high contrast well saturated colours.

Close Focus Capabilities

This model boasts an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of just 15cm at 11mm focal length and 24cm at the 20mm end. This results in more versatile close-up performance than existing ultra-wide-angle zoom lenses at their widest focal length. At the widest 11mm setting it has an astonishing maximum magnification ratio of 1:4 that enables wide-angle macro photography that exploits the perspective unique to ultra-wide-angle lenses while also leveraging the expressive bokeh provided by the fast bright maximum aperture of this lens.

Quiet and fast RXD focussing for stills and video

The RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) uses an actuator to precisely control the angle of the motor allowing it to directly drive the focusing lens without passing through a reduction gear. A sensor that precisely detects the position of the lens enables high-speed and accurate AF which is ideal when shooting continually moving subjects or recording video.

Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating

In support of outdoor photography the lens includes Tamron’s Moisture resistant construction. The front surface of the lens element is also coated with a protective fluorine compound that is water- and oil-repellant.

What’s in the box

• Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens For Sony E crop sensor
• Flower-shaped hood
• Lens caps

Optional Accessories

• Hoya 67mm ULTRA PRO UV Filter - protects the front element
• Hama 67mm Variable ND Filter - ideal for video in brighter conditions
• Hoya NX-10 Circular Polarising filter - reduces glare reflections and enhances contrast when shooting outdoors

Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens For Sony E Specifications