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17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD

Leica L · Zoom · FULL FRAME

17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD — 17–28mm f/2.8 for Leica L, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.

$799

Launch price

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Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

17-28 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.8

Mount

Leica L

Coverage

Full Frame

Stabilization

No

Weight

438 g

Min Focus

19 cm

Filter Size

82 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits
  • · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · Constant fast f/2.8 aperture allows fast shutter speeds
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking

Video & Hybrid

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation
  • · Constant aperture zoom avoids exposure shifts while zooming

Landscape

Excellent
8.0/ 10
  • · Wide-angle focal length (17mm) is great for landscape photography
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Highly portable weight (438g) makes it travel-friendly
  • · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates

Wildlife

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed design handles outdoor elements like rain or sand
  • · Fast tracking AF motor helps track moving birds/animals

Macro & Close-up

Limited
2.5/ 10
  • · Extremely close minimum focus distance of only 19 cm

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Solid optical performance for the price tier
  • Native Leica L mount compatibility

Cons

  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Tamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)17 mm
Focal length (Max)28 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)f/2.8
Elements13
Groups10
Special elements1 LD, 2 GM Aspherical

Focus System

Min focus distance19 cm
Max magnification0.19 ×
Autofocus motorRXD stepping motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationNo
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight438 g
Length92 mm
Diameter79.6 mm
Filter thread size82 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountLeica L
Format coverageFull Frame

Features

Control ringNo
Custom function buttonNo