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Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus OIS

Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Focal length
15–30 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1100 g
Filter diameter
–
Min. focus distance
28 cm
Length
142.5 mm
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At a Glance

On Nikon F-mount full-frame cameras, this ultra-wide zoom covers 15-30 mm with a constant f/2.8 aperture. That allows shorter shutter times in low light, and an optical stabilizer is included. At 1.1 kg it is heavy. Close focus reaches 28 cm at 1:5, and an integrated hood is part of the design. Landscapes, architecture, interiors and night sky are natural subjects.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Architecture
  • Interiors
  • Night sky

Worth knowing

  • At 1.1 kg it is heavy: a monopod or tripod helps for longer sessions.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
15 mm
Max. focal length
30 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
18
Groups
13
Weight
1,100 g (2.43 lb)
Filter diameter
–
Min. focus distance
28 cm (11.02 in)
Max. magnification
1:5 (0.2×)
Length
142.5 mm (5.61 in)
Diameter
98.4 mm (3.87 in)
Released
January 2015

Manufacturer data: tamron.com

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

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Which cameras does the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD fit?

The Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 23-45 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame:
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensTamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USDTokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 Pro FXNikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D ED-IFTamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD
Focal length15-30 mm16-28 mm17-35 mm17-35 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8-4
Weight1,100 g950 g745 g460 g
Filter diameter––77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance28 cm28 cm28 cm28 cm
Length142.5 mm133 mm106 mm90 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesnonono
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Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD: FAQ

Does the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD has autofocus.

Does the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD have image stabilization?

Yes, the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD weigh?

The Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD weighs 1,100 g. It is 142.5 mm long with a diameter of 98.4 mm.

How close can the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is 28 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 23-45 mm in full-frame terms.

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