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Tamron 35-100mm F2.8 Di III VXD
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Tamron · 35-100 mm · f/2.8 · Sony E, Nikon Z mount

Tamron 35-100mm F2.8 Di III VXD

KEY FACTS
BrandTamron
Announcement dateFeb 2026
Released2026
Production started2026
Production statusIn Production
What We Like
+Compact and lightweight at 565g despite f/2.8 constant aperture
+Sharp image quality across entire focal range with excellent chromatic aberration control
+Fast and precise VXD autofocus with excellent subject tracking and quiet operation
+Unique 35-100mm focal length optimized for portrait, event, and travel photography
+Close minimum focus distance of 0.22m (35mm) with 1:3.3 magnification for creative tabletop shots
+USB-C port with Tamron Lens Utility software for customizable AF and control functions
Worth Knowing
−Limited wide-angle coverage at 35mm, not suitable as primary landscape lens
−Not internally focusing; extends approximately 2cm at full zoom
−No built-in image stabilization; relies on camera IBIS
−Some reported softness at 100mm f/2.8 on certain samples (possible variation)

General

Brand
Tamron
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Feb 2026
Released
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Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2026
Production started
2026
Production status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Read our notes on general
The Tamron 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD is an outstanding people and general-purpose lens, with highlights including sharp image quality, a wide f/2.8 aperture, high-performing VXD linear AF, and a high-quality, compact, and lightweight design. Priced at $900 USD and weighing just 565g, this lens represents a more moderate alternative to larger and more expensive fast zooms. At its introduction, the Tamron 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD Lens is the only 35-100mm full-frame lens, making this unique focal length range ideal for portrait photographers seeking portability.

Optics

Minimum Aperture
f/22
Optical Construction
15 elements in 13 groups
Special Elements
1 XLD, 2 LD, 3 GM aspherical elements
Angle of View
63°26' - 24°25' (full-frame)
Min focal length
35 mm
Max focal length
100 mm
Focal range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
35-100 mm
Zoom lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
Yes
Max aperture wide
2.8
Max aperture zoom
2.8
Autofocus mode
Yes
Closest focusing distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
22 cm01500
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020

Autofocus

AF Motor
VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor
Maximum Magnification
1:3.3 (35mm); 1:5.9 (100mm)

Build

Front Element
Fluorine coating
Connectivity
USB-C port for Tamron Lens Utility
Hood
HA074 flower-shaped hood (included)

Optical coatings

Coating
BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2)

Physical

Lens length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
119.2 mm
Lens diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
80.6 mm
Lens weight
565 g
Front filter size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
67 mm
Lens mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E, Nikon Z

Features

Weather sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes