Tamron 35-100 mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Sony FE)

The 35-100 mm F/2.8 Di III VXD lens was developed to cover the popular focal lengths for portraits: 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, and 100 mm. It is a significantly more compact and affordable alternative to the popular 35-150 mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD lens. 

An incredibly light and compact lens that fits in the palm of your hand – ideal for travel photography

With a length of only 119 mm and a weight of 565 g, it achieves exceptional compactness. This was achieved by optimizing the switching part and internal structure, improving the shapes of components, and carefully reviewing the optical design, all while maintaining high rigidity. While maintaining a unique focal length of 35-100 mm and a constant aperture of F/2.8, it combines portability with reliability. This makes it ideal for everything from spontaneous portraits to travel shots. Minimized barrel extension also stabilizes the center of gravity during zooming and ensures smooth operation when shooting handheld or filming video on a gimbal.

High resolution and rich bokeh effect

Despite its compact size, the 35-100mm F/2.8 lens delivers bright and detailed images. The optical design with 15 elements in 13 groups includes one XLD element, two LD elements, and three GM elements. These suppress various aberrations, including chromatic aberration, and provide high resolving power throughout the zoom range. In addition, the BBAR-G2 coating minimizes ghosting and flare even in backlit conditions. Combined with the soft bokeh effect of the F/2.8 aperture, this lens renders portraits and travel scenes with stunning clarity.

High-speed, high-precision autofocus for reliably capturing natural expressions

Equipped with the fastest and most accurate VXD linear motor autofocus mechanism, the lens easily captures natural expressions, whether in spontaneous family portraits or travel shots. Its excellent tracking performance is also suitable for the unpredictable movements of children/pets. In addition, its quiet operation is ideal for shooting photos and videos in noise-sensitive environments.

Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility

The 35-100mm F/2.8 lens is compatible with the TAMRON Lens Utility app, available for mobile devices (iOS and Android) and computers. Without the need for special equipment for shooting video or photography, users can assign practical functions to the lens to enhance the shooting experience. Firmware updates are available via the computer version.

Lens advantages:

• Lens dimensions and weight
• Fast focusing
• Focal length range
• Constant aperture 
• Price

Di III - Mirrorless systems
These lenses are designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras and cannot be used with digital SLR cameras.

VXD
VXD autofocus is a world first: it is the first linear focus motor developed by Tamron for excellent autofocusing. Two VXD modules, which operate in a floating system and are controlled by electronic pulses, ensure fast and accurate focusing on both near and distant objects. The new motor also guarantees improved AF tracking, for example when shooting sports. Autofocus is so quiet that you can shoot even in situations that require complete peace and quiet.

MR - Splash Protection
Tamron lenses feature a weather-resistant coating that optimally protects the sensitive interior from wind and weather. The robust outer casing is effectively sealed against moisture ingress at all critical points (e.g., between the focus ring and the bayonet mount). This ensures reliable operation even in the most adverse outdoor shooting conditions.

Special XLD optical elements
Similar to LD, it prevents chromatic aberration and other defects. However, XLD is a much more sophisticated system that is mostly used in telephoto zoom lenses.

Special LD optical elements
Color aberration is a common optical defect that manifests itself in many ways. We often talk about so-called chromatic aberration, which occurs more frequently with wide-angle lenses. LD elements are made of special optical glass with extremely low light dispersion, which effectively compensates for color defects, especially noticeable when using telephoto lenses at their extreme position.

IF - Internal Focusing
With internal focusing lenses, the length of the lens does not change during focusing and the filter ring does not rotate with it. This makes handling easier, especially with longer telephoto zoom lenses, as well as shooting with polarizing and graduated filters. Other advantages include a shorter focusing distance throughout the focus range, less light loss in the corners of the image (vignetting), and less aberration related to focusing.

BBAR / BBAR G2
The BBAR coating prevents reflection and scattering of light hitting the lens surface. You avoid loss of brightness and contrast and prevent "ghosting." The BBAR coating also contributes to natural color reproduction. Since 2019, the advanced BBAR G2 coating has been used.

FLR
The fluoride coating permanently protects the front lens from contamination. Oil and water droplets do not adhere to the surface, which is therefore very easy to clean.

Tamron Lens Utility
The "TAMRON Lens Utility" software was developed specifically for configuring compatible lenses. TAMRON Lens Utility can be controlled via a computer by connecting the lens from its connector port via a TAMRON USB-C cable or via a TLU link, which serves as a Bluetooth transmitter. Users can customize functions and update firmware via the lens. Individual settings allow the lens to be optimally adapted to the respective shooting situation, such as photography or video recording.

▪ Firmware updates
▪ Direct Manual Focus (DMF): Select AF function using the focus adjustment button
▪ AF/MF selection: Select AF and MF functions using the focus adjustment button
▪ Hybrid AF: Combined autofocus using different detection methods for faster and more reliable focusing
▪ Eye AF: Focusing on the eye
▪ In-camera lens correction: (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion)

Parameters:

▪ Mount type: Sony FE
▪ Optical zoom: 1.88x
▪ Minimum focal length: 35 mm 
▪ Maximum focal length: 100 mm
▪ Focal length (35mm equivalent): 35-100 mm
▪ Zoom lens aperture: 2.8
▪ Lens aperture - shortest focal length (F): 2.8
▪ Lens aperture - longest focal length (F): 2.8
▪ Maximum aperture (F): 22
▪ Lens construction: 15 elements / 13 groups
▪ Optical stabilizer: No
▪ Lens hood type: HA074
▪ Lens length: 119 mm
▪ Number of aperture blades: 9
▪ Suitable for genre: Portrait, Reportage, Street
▪ Classification by focal length: Standard / Telephoto
▪ Suitable for sensor format: Full Frame
▪ Lens type: Zoom
▪ Minimum focusing distance: 22 cm
▪ Weight: 565 g
▪ Sealing (dust/moisture): Yes
▪ Product number: A078S
▪ Brand: Tamron
▪ Filter diameter: 67 mm

Package contents:

▪ Lens
▪ Flower-shaped aperture
▪ Lens caps

5-year warranty
Tamron offers its customers a 2 + 3 year extended warranty program. To receive a special warranty certificate, the lens must be purchased through an official Tamron dealer. To claim the extended 5-year warranty, proof of purchase and a registration certificate must be provided.