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Tamron AFA012N700 SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Wide-Angle Lens for Nikon F(FX) Cameras

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Features

  • Vibration Compensation for sharper images
  • Maximum diameter: 98.4mm.Minimum Focus Distance : 11 in(028m), Focal Length : 15-30 mm
  • USD Ultrasonic Silent Motor for quick and quiet focusing
  • 9 blade round aperture for ideal bokeh effects, Works with full frame DSLR cameras
  • Fast 28 maximum Aperture Angle of View : 110 degree 32 minutes - 71 degree 35 minutes

Description

The Tamron SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI VC USD (MODEL A012) offers superb image quality and performance. Able to cover modern full frame DSLRs, the 15-30 zoom range offers great versatility in all photographic situations. With an optical construction of 18 elements in 13 groups and XGM (expanded Glass Molded Spherical) element placed at the front group and several LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements in the system, aberrations such as geometrical distortion and lateral color are efficiently compensated for enabling the zoom lens to deliver outstanding image quality throughout the entire range from corner to corner. Due to the large diameter and the prominent convex profile of the front element, it is not practical to use a protective filter. For the first time, a fluorine coating is applied to the front element, which repels water or any type of dirt, while making it easier to remove such smudge when contaminated. Tamron’s Ultrasonic Silent Drive delivers tack-sharp images due to the high torque and fast response speed with least amount of lag time, yet with extremely low acoustic noise. Equipped with a full-time manual focus mechanism, fine focus adjustments are enabled without exiting from the AF mode. Natural and smooth blur on the subject background enhances depictive capabilities of wide-angle photography when a subject is located in the close distance. The 9-blade diaphragm construction retains a near-circular aperture opening even when stopped down by two steps from its full open position and delivers ideal bokeh effects. Recognizing the needs for image stabilization capability on a wide-angle lens voiced by a number of photographers, especially for a full-frame, fast F/2.8 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens category, VC is tuned for providing discernible competence throughout the entire zoom range. The feature enhances image depicting capabilities for shooting night scenes and under low light conditions.

Brand: Tamron


Focal Length Description: 15-30 millimeters


Lens Type: Wide Angle


Compatible Mountings: Nikon F (FX)


Camera Lens Description: 30 month


Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 4 x 4 inches


Item Weight: 2.5 pounds


Item model number: AFA012N700


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: January 22, 2015


Manufacturer: Tamron


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    • Fantastic IQ, solid build, but large and heavy
*: Black Style: for Nikon
If you're in the market for a wide-angle zoom with superb image quality, look no further. The Tamron 15-30mm surpasses the legendary Nikon 14-24 in terms of image quality. This lens produces tack-sharp images, has excellent build quality, and low distortion. The starburst from sun and moon pictures is phenomenal, especially at f/6.3. Some COMA is present but easily fixed in post. Another thing I notice with this lens is it is very easy to clean moisture off the front glass element. When I have gotten snow or water droplets on it, they come off very easily with a quick swipe from a microfiber cloth. The only negative qualities of this lens are the same as similar lenses, such as the Nikon 14-24: it's heavy, bulky, and cannot accept regular filters (you will either need to purchase a mounting system or find a creative way to place a square filter in front of the lens element while blocking light from the sides). ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2016 by A. Golden
    • Amazing lens
*: Black Style: for Canon
Perfect lens for the price. I have used it for real estate photography and the wide angle gives me just the range and clarity I need.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2025 by Amber Boyce
    • When I grow up I'll be stable...stabilization on an ultra-wide with fantastic sharpness and I found a happy place.
*: Black Style: for Nikon
Sorry for the Garbage song reference in the title but Tamron has grown up and surpassed the big boys. This a big lens. It's heavy, large, and in charge. BUT it's 100% worth it because it's wicked sharp and has the awesome benefit of optical stabilization. I have a style of photography and to get the pictures sharp enough to print huge and hang on a gallery wall optical stabilization is a must and this lens delivers. If you don't think an ultra wide-angle lens needs stabilization then maybe look at the Nikon or Sigma, but from what I've seen the optics of the Tamron are as good or better and wouldn't you rather have the option of stabilization than not? If you don't have it and need it you can't turn it on but if you don't want it and have it just switch it off. No brainer in my opinion. Sure the 14mm would be wider and I would jump on that if they made it but 14mm blurry photos would just make me sad and cause a bunch of regrets that I couldn't let go of... I'll stick with happy. I'm really stoked to try out Tamron's new line of primes with stabilization but unfortunately I have to replace a giant pile of filters thanks to NiSi first...I'll hold off until Breakthrough Photography releases there filter holder for the Tamron this time. Tick tock... I've used this lens for over 6 months now and I can't find anything I don't like about it. I was a bit concerned because on a recent shoot at the world famous wave there was a bit of wind that kicked up some sand. The quality felt top notch but given the extremely poor performance of my NiSi S5 filter holder (NISI NIP-FH150-S5-T1530 150mm Filter Holder with CPL For Tamron 15-30mm Lens, Black) I was a bit concerned. Unlike the NiSi S5 that basically cost as much and failed miserably the Tamron seems to have held up just fine. The sharpness is fantastic, the 2.8 speed is incredibly useful, and the ultra-wide angle is irreplaceable, The past few Tamron lenses have truly impressed me beyond words. I don't have any complaints. The only wish is a native filter holder or something but none of the ultrawides do this so I can't really blame them. But...that would put them in the stratosphere for me if they offered an ultra wide with stabilization PLUS a reasonable way to attach filters which most people that use this lens would appreciate. Come on Tamron take the leap! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2018 by Kevin
    • A Real Keeper...Just!
*: Black Style: for Nikon
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My review title might seem like a knock on this lens. On the contrary, it's more a testament to how good competitive lenses are. I have owned the Nikon 14-24, Nikon 18-35G, and Tokina 16-28mm. The 14-24 is tremendous and unequaled from 14-20mm, but someone offered me a good price, and I foolishly decided to give it up. I still have the 18-35 and the Tokina. Both lenses are amazing in their own ways but have flaws. The "cheap" Nikon has amazingly consistent across-the-frame IQ but doesn't go wide enough, whereas the Tokina is wide enough, but has weak corners. Both lenses are superb by f/8. In short, the Tamron is better than both...just. Ergonomically, this lens is a beast. It is heavy and huge--bigger in fact than both the Nikon 14-24 and Tokina. Not long ago, I would have rejected it due to its size alone. However, it balances nicely at the end of my D800E, and both the zoom and focus rings, though somewhat stiff, move smoothly and precisely. The lens has markings for 15, 18, 20, 24, and 30mm, so it's easy to dial in your desired focal length. Impressively, the EXIF data is consistent with the external markings, so there's no need to hunt (unlike with the 18-35 or the Sigma 24-105) for a specific FL. Interestingly, the fields of view (FOV) for given focal lengths were very close between the three tested lenses. None of the lenses were extra wide or extra long for a given focal length. I found this reassuring. I did not test the vibration control (VC). All shutter speeds were kept high enough not to make a difference. All shots taken were handheld. As stated before, the IQ is very close between the lenses. I really had to pixel peep to see differences, but there were indeed differences. The Tamron did dominate in the area of chromatic aberration. It was much better controlled than either of the other two lenses. The Tamron also seems to handle distortion better (some barrel distortion at 15mm), although my distortion test was hardly rigorous. For IQ, the Tamron is much better than the Tokina at f/2.8. The Tamron has very good sharpness and contrast wide open and gets better stopped down. The Tokina is weak wide open but gets real sharp and contrasty stopped down. Arguably, the Tokina is sharper in the center at f/4 and f/5.6 under 24mm, but there's hardly a sheet of paper between the two lenses. However, the Tokina's advantage/similarity dissipates rapidly away from the center where the Tamron is much better. The Tokina is just soft near the edges, and the Tamron is better here. By f/8, the Tokina has acceptable edges, but the Tamron is still better. This pattern is true throughout the FL range. However, the Tokina's center IQ falls off noticeably at 24 and above. It's not bad, but again the Tamron is better. The Nikon 18-35 is much more competitive on the IQ front, but has the 3mm disadvantage at the wide end (hugely significant), and the variable max apertures are non-starters for many (this deficiency does not bother me much). The Nikon has strong edges and corners and wide open is better in the corners than the Tamron. However, the Tamron catches up in the corners when stopped down to f/4 (at FLs of 18-24mm) and is marginally sharper in the center. Note, that due to field curvature and other optical anomalies, the Nikon was sharper in some parts of the image and especially in (some) of the far corners. The Nikon is just that good. But the Tamron over all was sharper especially at and near the center. At 30mm the Tamron is at its weakest. Wide open, the Nikon is much better. However, the Nikon is f/4.5 wide open at 30mm to the Tamron's f/2.8. Stopping the Tamron down to f/4.5 pulls it even with the Nikon. I frankly could not tell the difference in the center, and other parts of the image were mixed. All-in-all the Tamron won the competition, but it did break a sweat. It's a keeper because I shoot in low light, and it will be great having a usable f/2.8 (I do not consider that aperture usable on the Tokina for anything other than emergencies), and its better CA handling is welcome. The improvement in edge/corner performance relative to the Tokina is also welcome. However, if you are on a budget, and don't really need a strong f/2.8, 15mm and/or VC, the Nikon 18-35mm is a very compelling alternative. You really don't give up much at all in IQ. If you need at least 16mm and/or f/2.8 and can't afford the Tamron, then the Tokina won't disappoint you. However, if you want the best sub-$1500 UWA lens, even if you'll rarely see the difference, then by all means get the Tamron. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2015 by Gatorowl Gatorowl
    • Blurry photos with AEB
*: Black Style: for Nikon
I purchased this lens for use on my Nikon D750 for real estate photography using auto-bracketing. The photos came out blurry every time no matter what settings I used. The lens itself is very heavy. I switched to my Nikkor DX lens to take the same photos for testing and they came out sharp every time. I returned this lens and purchased a different brand. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2020 by Amazon Customer

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