Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
A 150-500mm full-frame telephoto with VC stabilization and VXD focus, this is a capable enthusiast-tier reach lens available across Sony E, Fuji X and Nikon Z mounts. The 500mm reach makes it a versatile wildlife and birding lens. Low-light action is the limit at f/6.7 long, and at 1.725kg plus a tripod collar it's not a hiking-light option.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall74±3Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| mount | Sony ESourced | Sourced |
| coverage | Full-frameSourced | Sourced |
| focal length | 150 500mmSourced | Sourced |
| max aperture | f/5-6.7Sourced | Sourced |
| filter thread (mm) | 82Sourced | Sourced |
| stabilized | yesSourced | Sourced |
| weight (g) | 1725Sourced | Sourced |
7/7 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- 500mm wildlife/birding reach with VC at upper-mid-tier pricing
- Ships in Sony E, Fuji X, and Nikon Z mounts
Who should skip this
- Low-light action (f/6.7 at the long end)
- Hiking-light kits — 1.7kg plus tripod collar
Where to buy
List price $1,399
Prices are a guide and can change — confirm the current price on the retailer's site before buying.
Also available at
- Adorama · $1,199Check price
- B&H Photo Video · $1,399Check price
Prices last checked Jul 12, 2026 — retailer prices change often, so click through for the current price.
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Ecosystem
Compatibility
Built around Fujifilm X mount, Nikon Z mount, Sony E-mount. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS is the natural next step up in lenses. See it →