Tamron
50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
Sony E · Zoom · FULL FRAME
50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD — 50–400mm f/4.5-6.3 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$1,299
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Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Focal Length
50-400 mm
Max Aperture
f/4.5-6.3
Mount
Sony E
Coverage
Full Frame
Stabilization
5 stops
Weight
1155 g
Min Focus
38 cm
Filter Size
77 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 (400mm) 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- · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field
Travel
Fair- · Massive 8x zoom range covers wide to telephoto in one lens
- · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates
Wildlife
Excellent- · Excellent telephoto reach (400mm) for bird and animal shots
- · 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
- ✓ Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- – Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- – Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
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