Tamron
17-70mm F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Sony E · Zoom · APS C
17-70mm F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD — 17–70mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$899
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Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Focal Length
17-70 mm
Max Aperture
f/2.8
Mount
Sony E
Coverage
APS-C
Stabilization
5 stops
Weight
525 g
Min Focus
38 cm
Filter Size
62 mm
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Use-case scores
Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.
Portrait
Fair- · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits
- · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights
Sports & Action
Good- · Constant fast f/2.8 aperture allows fast shutter speeds
- · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking
Video & Hybrid
Excellent- · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
- · OIS is highly effective offering up to 5 stops of stability
Landscape
Good- · Wide-angle focal length (17mm) is great for landscape photography
- · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field
Travel
Good- · Manageable weight (525g) for travel
- · Massive 4x zoom range covers wide to telephoto in one lens
Wildlife
Fair- · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady
- · Weather-sealed design handles outdoor elements like rain or sand
Macro & Close-up
Limited- · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.25x magnification
- · OIS stabilizes macro shooting, compensating for high-magnification handshake
Pros
- ✓ Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓ Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓ Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- – Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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