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Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro

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Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro

Focal length
28–300 mm
Aperture
f/3.5–6.3
Weight
555 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
49 cm
Length
78 mm
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At a Glance

The VC version of the 28-300 mm for Canon EF full-frame cameras adds an optical stabilizer, which allows longer handheld shutter times. It weighs 555 g and has an aperture of f/3.5-6.3. A zoom lock and internal focusing are part of the package. A magnification of 1:3.03 at a 49 cm minimum focus distance allows close-ups. It is meant for travel and everyday use.

Good for

  • Travel
  • Everyday

Worth knowing

  • Only f/6.3 at the long end: in low light, ISO or shutter time go up.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
28 mm
Max. focal length
300 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/3.5
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/6.3
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
18
Groups
13
Weight
555 g (1.22 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
49 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:3 (0.33×)
Length
78 mm (3.07 in)
Diameter
78.1 mm (3.07 in)

Manufacturer data: tamron.com, tamron.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro fit?

The Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 45-480 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

Full frame:
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III,Canon EOS 6D Mark II,Canon EOS-1D X Mark II,Canon EOS 5D Mark IV,Canon EOS 5Ds,Canon EOS 5Ds R,Canon EOS 5D Mark III,Canon EOS 6D,Canon EOS-1D C,Canon EOS-1D X,Canon EOS 5D Mark II
APS-C:
Canon EOS 850D (Rebel T8i),Canon EOS 90D,Canon EOS 250D (Rebel SL3),Canon EOS 4000D (3000D, Rebel T100),Canon EOS 2000D (1500D, Rebel T7),Canon EOS 800D (Rebel T7i),Canon EOS 77D,Canon EOS 200D (Rebel SL2),Canon EOS 80D,Canon EOS 1300D (Rebel T6),Canon EOS 750D (Rebel T6i),Canon EOS 760D (Rebel T6s),Canon EOS 7D Mark II,Canon EOS 1200D (Rebel T5),Canon EOS 70D,Canon EOS 700D (Rebel T5i),Canon EOS 100D (Rebel SL1),Canon EOS 650D (Rebel T4i),Canon EOS 60Da,Canon EOS 600D (Rebel T3i),Canon EOS 1100D (Rebel T3),Canon EOS 550D (Rebel T2i),Canon EOS 60D,Canon EOS 7D,Canon EOS 500D (Rebel T1i),Canon EOS 50D,Canon EOS 450D (Rebel XSi),Canon EOS 1000D (Rebel XS)

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensTamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) MacroCanon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USMTamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZDTamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) Macro
Focal length28-300 mm28-300 mm28-300 mm28-300 mm
Max. aperturef/3.5-6.3f/3.5-5.6f/3.5-6.3f/3.5-6.3
Weight555 g1,670 g540 g420 g
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm67 mm62 mm
Min. focus distance49 cm70 cm49 cm49 cm
Length78 mm184 mm96 mm84 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesno
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Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro: FAQ

Does the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro has autofocus.

Does the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro have image stabilization?

Yes, the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro weigh?

The Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro weighs 555 g. It is 78 mm long with a diameter of 78.1 mm.

What filter size does the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro use?

The Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro is 49 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 45-480 mm in full-frame terms.

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