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28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD

Sony E · Zoom · FULL FRAME

28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD — 28–200mm f/2.8-5.6 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.

$729

Launch price

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Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

28-200 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.8-5.6

Mount

Sony E

Coverage

Full Frame

Stabilization

No

Weight

575 g

Min Focus

38 cm

Filter Size

67 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

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

Portrait

Good
7.5/ 10
  • · Covers the classic 85-135mm portrait focal length range
  • · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits

Sports & Action

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 70-200mm range is standard and highly versatile for field sports
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking

Video & Hybrid

Limited
2.0/ 10
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation

Landscape

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · Manageable weight (575g) for travel
  • · Massive 7x zoom range covers wide to telephoto in one lens

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
2.0/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.25x magnification

Pros

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

Cons

  • No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Tamron 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)28 mm
Focal length (Max)200 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)f/5.6
Elements23
Groups17
Special elementsAspherical

Focus System

Min focus distance38 cm
Max magnification0.25 ×
Autofocus motorLinear / Stepping Motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationNo
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight575 g
Length131 mm
Diameter70 mm
Filter thread size67 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountSony E
Format coverageFull Frame

Features

Control ringNo
Custom function buttonNo