Tamron 35–100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD – Fast, Compact Portrait Zoom for Sony E
The Tamron 35–100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is a versatile everyday zoom lens designed for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. With a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range, it delivers effective subject separation and smooth background blur.
Available at Fotoplus, it is an excellent option for photographers and videographers seeking a compact, high-performance zoom lens.
35–100mm Focal Range – Classic Portrait Coverage
This range covers the most popular portrait focal lengths:
- 35mm for environmental portraits
- 50–85mm for classic portrait work
- 100mm for tighter framing
The constant f/2.8 aperture ensures consistent exposure and depth of field.
VXD Autofocus – Fast and Silent
The VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor provides:
- fast focusing
- near-silent operation
- accurate subject tracking
- video-friendly performance
The Tamron Lens Utility software allows customization of autofocus behavior.
Compact and Lightweight Design
- 453 g weight
- 12 cm length
Ideal for travel, weddings, events, and gimbal setups.
Advanced Optical Construction
The optical design includes:
- Molded glass aspherical elements
- XLD and LD elements
- 15 elements in 13 groups
The 9-blade diaphragm produces smooth, creamy bokeh.
Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD
All-In-One Zoom
Establishing itself as a go-to everyday zoom, the 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens from Tamron not only covers the most popular portrait focal lengths, but maintains a bright f/2.8 aperture for creating separation between your subject and its background effortlessly. Designed for Sony E-mount cameras, this lens offers high resolution and rich bokeh rendering, making it ideal for creating sharp, flattering portraits. It employs a quiet VXD linear motor to ensure quick and precise autofocusing.
High-Speed VXD Autofocus
- Tamron utilizes a VXD linear autofocus motor to allow the 35-100mm f/2.8 to deliver rapid and ultra-quiet focus performance that benefits both photo and video capturing.
- Throughout the entire zoom range, focusing is very responsive because VXD uses electromagnetic motion, unlike traditional gear-driven systems.
- Tamron Lens Utility provides users the ability to customize autofocus behavior, such as selecting between linear or non-linear focus ring control.
Lightweight Design, Comfortable Handling
The 35-100mm f/2.8's impressive optical design won't slow you down. Weighing slightly more than 453 grams and measuring 12 cm, this lens provides the zoom range and portability needed for travel photography. Its contoured profile makes it easier to grip and allows a more natural fit in your hand while capturing.
Optical Construction
- The 35-100mm f/2.8 incorporates molded glass aspherical, XLD, and LD elements to optimize image quality and reduce aberrations. The comprehensive optical design features 15 elements in 13 groups.
- A 9-blade diaphragm helps produce a smooth-edged bokeh in background highlights, which complements your portrait subjects and helps draw attention to your focal point.
Specifications
- Focal Length: 35 to 100mm
- Aperture: Fixed: f/2.8
- Lens Mount: Sony E
- Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame
- Angle of View: 63° 26' to 24° 25'
- Minimum Focus Distance: 22.1 cm (Wide) to 65 cm (Tele)
- Magnification: 1:3.3 Macro Reproduction Ratio, 0.3x Magnification
- Optical Design: 15 Elements in 13 Groups
- Aperture/Iris Blades: 9, Rounded
- Focus Type: Autofocus
- Image Stabilization: No
- Filter Size: 67 mm (Front)
- Dimensions: ø: 80.6 x L: 119.2 mm
- Weight: 565 g
