Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 (Sony E, APS-C)
A do-everything constant f/2.8 APS-C zoom for Sony E, stabilized and 525g, this is a versatile enthusiast-tier all-rounder. Its 17-70mm range makes it a strong single-lens companion for the A6700, ZV-E10 II and FX30. Full-frame bodies only get crop mode, so it's best kept on APS-C where it belongs.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall70±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 | APS-CSourced | Sourced |
| focal length | 17 70mmSourced | Sourced |
| max aperture | f/2.8Sourced | Sourced |
| filter thread (mm) | 67Sourced | Sourced |
| stabilized | yesSourced | Sourced |
| weight (g) | 525Sourced | Sourced |
7/7 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- The do-everything APS-C zoom for A6700/ZV-E10 II/FX30 kits
Who should skip this
- Full-frame bodies (crop mode)
Where to buy
List price $989
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Ecosystem
Compatibility
Built around 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 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II is the natural next step up in lenses. See it →