Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens - Nikon Z Mount

The Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 VC is a compact and lightweight (1,180g) ultra-telephoto zoom lens that provides unparalleled high performance at all focal lengths. Despite the very high zoom ratio, superb image quality is delivered across the entire standard to ultra telephoto range through the effective arrangement of special lens elements. Equipped with Tamrons VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism that offers excellent quietness and responsiveness, plus VC (Vibration Compensation), the lens delivers incomparable versatility for all shooting scenarios. It also provides up to one-half life-size (1:2) magnification during close focus, so users can enjoy the exciting world of half-macro photography with excellent close-up shooting performance and an MOD of 25cm at 50mm.

Superb image quality across the entire zoom range
The optical construction features 24 elements in 18 groups. The generous and effective use of special lens elements, including two XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion), three LD (Low Dispersion), one GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) and one Hybrid Aspherical lens elements, thoroughly controls aberrations including axial chromatic aberrations. The Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 VC also features BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating that minimizes ghosting and flares and expresses the minute details of subjects even under backlit conditions.

High-speed, high-precision AF and excellent focus tracking
This lens utilizes VXD linear motor focus mechanism. It combines highlevel AF speed and precision, enabling fast and accurate focusing from MOD to infinity. The excellent focus tracking performance of moving objects makes it possible to capture sharp images even when shooting wild birds and action sports. Plus, the lens is extremely quiet, so it’s perfectly suited for both still and video shooting in conditions that demand silent operation.

VC image stabilisation
For sharp, shake-free images even at 400mm, the 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 VC is equipped with Tamron's VC (Vibration Compensation). This potent image stabilisation technology effectively reduces image blurring due to camera shake. Additionally, using AI algorithms, the lens chooses the appropriate compensation characteristics for videography at focal lengths of 100mm or less.

Compact & lightweight ergonomic design
Boasting a length of just 185.8mm and a light weight of 1,180g the lens extraordinarily compact and easy to carry. It also offers ergonomic features that support comfortable operation, such as an enhanced lens design with improved texture and tactile feel, and a connector port for the dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility.

Half-macro photography
with 1:2 magnification ratio from 50mm to 70mm focal length Opening an exciting new world of photo possibilities, the Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 VC is capable of extremely high performance when shooting close-ups, particularly for an ultra-telephoto zoom lens. You can enjoy shooting with an MOD of 0.25m (9.8in) at 50mm, and half macro photography with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 at focal lengths from 50mm to 70mm. At the 400mm telephoto end, the MOD is 1.5m (59.1in), providing a maximum magnification ratio of 1:4 for dynamic shots.

Other features include
- BBAR-G2 coating
- Moisture-resistant construction
- Fluorine coating
- Switchboxes (AF/MF, Custom)
- Focus set button
- Zoom lock switch
- 75° of zoom ring rotation arc

In the box:
Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens
Flower-shaped hood
Front cap
Rear cap