Tamron
18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC
Sony E · Zoom · APS C
18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC — 18–300mm f/3.5-6.3 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$699
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Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Focal Length
18-300 mm
Max Aperture
f/3.5-6.3
Mount
Sony E
Coverage
APS-C
Stabilization
5 stops
Weight
620 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- · Covers the classic 85-135mm portrait focal length range
- · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights
Sports & Action
Good- · Long telephoto reach (300mm) captures distant sports action
- · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking
Video & Hybrid
Good- · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
- · OIS is highly effective offering up to 5 stops of stability
Landscape
Limited- · Wide-angle focal length (18mm) is great for landscape photography
Travel
Fair- · Manageable weight (620g) for travel
- · Massive 17x zoom range covers wide to telephoto in one lens
Wildlife
Good- · Solid 300mm reach for medium-sized wildlife
- · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady
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
- ✓ Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- – Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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