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Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF)

Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus OIS

Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF)

Focal length
17–50 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
570 g
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
29 cm
Length
94.5 mm
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At a Glance

This standard zoom for Nikon F in APS-C format ranges from 17 to 50 mm, a full-frame equivalent of 26-75 mm, and keeps a constant f/2.8. The wide aperture allows short shutter times, and an optical stabilizer is built in. The lens weighs 570 g and focuses down to 29 cm. It suits everyday shooting, travel and events.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel
  • Events

Worth knowing

  • APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
17 mm
Max. focal length
50 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/32
Elements
19
Groups
14
Weight
570 g (1.26 lb)
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
29 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:4.8 (0.21×)
Length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)
Diameter
79.6 mm (3.13 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 SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) fit?

The Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 26-75 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame (in APS-C mode):
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 AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) compared

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

LensTamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF)Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSMTamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF)Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM
Focal length17-50 mm17-50 mm17-50 mm18-50 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8-4.5
Weight570 g565 g430 g395 g
Filter diameter72 mm77 mm67 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance29 cm28 cm27 cm30 cm
Length94.5 mm91.8 mm83.2 mm88.6 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesnoyes
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Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF): FAQ

Does the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) has autofocus.

Does the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) have image stabilization?

Yes, the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) weigh?

The Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) weighs 570 g. It is 94.5 mm long with a diameter of 79.6 mm.

What filter size does the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) use?

The Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) takes 72 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) is 29 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) a full-frame lens?

No, the Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 26-75 mm in full-frame terms.

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