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Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD (Sony E)

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Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD (Sony E)

A full-frame one-lens travel zoom for Sony E covering a 7.1x range at 575g with a 67mm thread, this is a well-rounded enthusiast-tier travel option. The f/2.8 wide end is a standout for an all-in-one, making it a tidy travel kit. Telephoto low-light suffers at f/5.6, and with no VC it depends on body IBIS for stable video.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall71±3

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.

Beginner Friendliness73
Compatibility60
Confidence82
Pro Readiness58
Upgrade Path69
Value86

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
mountSony ESourced
coverageFull-frameSourced
focal length28 200mmSourced
max aperturef/2.8-5.6Sourced
filter thread (mm)67Sourced
weight (g)575Sourced

6/6 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • The one-lens travel kit on full-frame Sony — f/2.8 at the wide end
  • 7.1x range at 575g, mid-tier pricing

Who should skip this

  • Low-light telephoto (f/5.6 at 200mm)
  • Stabilization-dependent video (no VC — relies on body IBIS)

Where to buy

List price $729

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Ecosystem

Sony E-mount (native)

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 Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art is the natural next step up in lenses. See it →