Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 RXD
The XLD glass and USD autofocus motor deliver sharp, quiet performance across the 70-300mm range, complemented by effective VC stabilization for handheld shooting. Its lightweight 434g build and dual-format Di design make it a practical, portable option for both full-frame and APS-C Nikon DSLRs. This lens is best for budget-conscious travel photographers who need a versatile telephoto zoom without the bulk.
Focal length 70-300mm
Aperture f/4.5
Mount Nikon Z
stabilization Yes
Weight 435 g
af type RXD
lens type telephoto
70 Overall Score
Price $178
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 70 |
| Focal Length Max | 300 |
| Elements | 15 |
| Groups | 10 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | Nikon Z |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 1.0 lbs |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | RXD |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 67 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 RXD | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 | Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art | Fujifilm XC XC13-33mm F3.5-6.3f OIS | Altura Photo NIKKOR YZ0308 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 70-300mm | 16-50mm | 20-60mm | 28mm | 13-33mm | - |
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 | f/1.4 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Nikon F | Fujifilm X | Screw-on lens fits camera lenses with a 55mm front filter thread |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | false | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | false | true | true | false | false |
| Weight (g) | 435 | 135 | 350 | 865 | 132 | 320 |
| AF Type | RXD | Stepping Motor | stepping motor | HSM | STM | STM |
| Lens Type | telephoto | zoom | zoom | prime | standard-zoom | wide-angle |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 RXD | 53.7 | 56.7 | 47.5 | 95.8 | 63 | 57.2 | 29.8 | 90.4 | 69.8 | 83.4 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Compare | 87.4 | 75.9 | 92.6 | 44.4 | 73.8 | 77.9 | 0 | 82.9 | 76.8 | 95.3 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 Compare | 87.4 | 85.5 | 82.5 | 66.9 | 78.4 | 77.9 | 0 | 81.4 | 69 | 37.8 |
| Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Compare | 53.7 | 96.9 | 49.7 | 74.6 | 97 | 96.8 | 80.4 | 33.3 | 63.9 | 37.8 |
| Fujifilm XC XC13-33mm F3.5-6.3f OIS Compare | 87.4 | 85.5 | 93 | 48.1 | 78.4 | 77.9 | 0 | 77.5 | 3.3 | 93.4 |
| Altura Photo NIKKOR YZ0308 Compare | 87.4 | 75.9 | 73.5 | 96.2 | 45.2 | 77.9 | 0 | 33.3 | 71.5 | 83.4 |
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