Product Summary:

Capture expansive landscapes and dramatic architecture on your Japan trip with the TAMRON 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD. This ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras maintains a fast, constant F2.8 aperture while achieving a class-leading compact and lightweight design, weighing just 420g.

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Featuring an Inner Zoom structure and Tamron’s quiet RXD autofocus, this lens is highly portable and ideal for photographers and videographers who need a high-speed, wide-angle solution for travel, vlogging, and gimbal use.

Quick Highlights:

Constant F2.8 maximum aperture throughout the ultra-wide 17-28mm range.
Smallest and lightest in its class (420g).
Features an Inner Zoom design (lens length does not change when zooming).
Fast, quiet, and precise RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) autofocus motor.
Superior optical performance using LD and XLD glass with BBAR coating.
Impressive close-up capability with a minimum focusing distance of 0.19m at 17mm.

Product Details / Description:

The TAMRON 17-28mm F/2.8 RXD is engineered for mirrorless cameras, where minimizing size and weight is crucial. Its ultra-wide focal length is perfect for capturing the sheer scale of Japan’s mountains, cityscapes, and indoor spaces, while the constant F2.8 aperture ensures excellent performance in challenging light.

About the Product

The optical structure consists of 13 elements in 11 groups, utilizing special glass including LD (Low Dispersion) and XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) elements. Paired with Tamron’s BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coating, the lens effectively suppresses chromatic aberration, ghosting, and flare, delivering crisp, high-contrast images across the zoom range.

The Inner Zoom mechanism means the physical length of the lens remains constant during zooming. This significantly improves balance, making it ideal for stable video recording, gimbals, and comfortable handheld shooting. The RXD stepping motor drives the AF, ensuring whisper-quiet, high-speed, and accurate focusing that fully supports features like Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF. Its remarkable 0.19m minimum focusing distance at 17mm allows for dynamic wide-angle close-up shots.

Key Features

Constant F2.8 brightness for consistent low-light performance.
Ultra-light and compact form factor is perfect for travel.
Inner Zoom maintains constant center of gravity for video stability.
RXD motor provides silent and rapid AF.
Superior anti-reflection performance with BBAR coating.

Technical Specifications

Feature	Specification
Focal length	17-28mm
Maximum aperture	F/2.8
Lens construction (groups/elements)	11 groups 13 elements
Minimum focusing distance (m)	0.19 (WIDE) / 0.26 (TELE)
Maximum magnification	1:5.2 (WIDE) / 1:6 (TELE)
Filter diameter (mm)	67
Mass approx. (g)	420

What’s in the box (Included Items):

TAMRON 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) Lens
Lens Hood
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap
Lens Protector
Padded Carrying Case

Where This Product Can Be Used:

Architectural and real estate photography in tight spaces.
Landscape photography and wide-field night sky imaging (astrophotography).
Vlogging and handheld video, leveraging the wide 17mm and light weight.
Dynamic close-up shots that emphasize perspective.
Low-light documentary and street photography.

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Offer hotel and Airbnb delivery across Japan.
Easy return process tailored for travelers.

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Faqs:

Why is this lens considered the lightest in its class?

The TAMRON 17-28mm F/2.8 is optimized specifically for mirrorless full-frame cameras. By limiting the zoom range to 28mm instead of the traditional 35mm, Tamron significantly reduced the size of the optical elements, resulting in a lens that is noticeably smaller and lighter (420g) than comparable F2.8 ultra-wide zooms.

What is the benefit of the Inner Zoom mechanism?

The Inner Zoom ensures that the lens length never changes when zooming. This is highly advantageous for balance, especially when using a gimbal, as you do not need to re-balance your setup when changing focal lengths. It also helps to keep the lens compact when in use.

Is the 17mm focal length wide enough for architectural photography?

Yes, 17mm is an excellent ultra-wide focal length for architectural and interior photography. It provides an expansive view (103° angle of view) that is essential for capturing the scale of large buildings, temples, or comprehensive views of indoor spaces.

Does the lack of image stabilization affect performance?

For a wide-angle lens, the impact of not having built-in stabilization is minimal, as camera shake is less noticeable at these focal lengths. The lens is designed to rely on the excellent In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) found in most Sony full-frame camera bodies, which is highly effective.

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