Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Nikon Z)

The 70-180mm F2.8 VC G2 lens is a fast telephoto zoom lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras with a Nikon Z mount.

The Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 combines TAMRON's proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) stabilization mechanism with a compact, best-in-class design, offering exceptional mobility and greater stability when shooting in a variety of situations. It provides uncompromising high image quality throughout the zoom range.

At wide angles, the lens achieves a minimum focusing distance (MOD) of just 0.3m, enabling detailed shots and creative compositions typical of this lens.

For autofocus, the lens uses TAMRON's VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor, which ensures quiet, fast, and accurate autofocus for both stills and video.

In addition, the lens supports TAMRON Lens Utility™ software, developed directly by TAMRON, which allows you to customize the lens functions according to different styles of photography and video shooting.

The lens is designed with an emphasis on ergonomics and scratch resistance. This well-balanced lens combines portability, high image quality, and excellent operability.

Key features:

• The world's smallest and lightest F2.8 telephoto zoom lens – designed to fit comfortably in your hand.
• Amazing F2.8 aperture performance – capture the world in vivid detail, from portraits to landscape photography.
• TAMRON's proprietary VC stabilization mechanism ensures excellent mobility.
• Never miss a decisive moment thanks to improved fast and accurate AF tracking.
• The minimum focusing distance of 0.3 m (11.8 inches) opens up new possibilities, such as table-top photography.
• Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility software.
• Comfortable ergonomic design for easy use.
• Uniform filter diameter of 67 mm.
• Complete G2 holy trinity "Daisangen," covering focal lengths from 16 mm to 180 mm.
• Support for key camera functions.
• Protective features (moisture-resistant construction + fluorine coating).

Technical specifications:

• Model: A065
• Focal length: 70–180 mm
• Maximum aperture: F2.8
• Angle of view (diagonal): 34°21'–13°42' (for full-frame mirrorless format)
• Optical construction: 20 elements in 15 groups
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.3 m (11.8 inches) at wide angle, 0.85 m (33.5 inches) at telephoto
• Maximum magnification ratio: 1:2.6 (WIDE) / 1:4.7 (TELE)
• VC (Vibration Compensation): Yes
• Filter diameter: φ67 mm
• Maximum diameter: φ83 mm
• Length: 158.7 mm
• Weight: 865 g
• Aperture blades: 9 (round aperture)
• Minimum aperture: F22
• Standard accessories: flower-shaped lens hood, front cap, rear cap
• Mount: Nikon Z

The release date will be October 23, 2025.