Tamron Lenses
This is SLR Lounge’s complete library of Tamron lens reviews, covering Tamron’s growing lineup of Di III lenses for Sony E-mount and other mirrorless systems.
The majority of our Tamron coverage is written by Matthew Saville, who has tested Tamron’s lenses across portrait, landscape, and wedding shooting scenarios. Tamron has become one of the most compelling reasons to invest in Sony’s E-mount ecosystem — their lenses consistently deliver professional optical performance at prices that undercut first-party Sony G and GM equivalents significantly.
Our Tamron reviews focus on real-world performance: how these lenses handle autofocus under pressure, how they hold up for wide-angle landscape work, and whether the price-to-performance ratio genuinely justifies choosing Tamron over Sony’s own offerings. In most cases, the answer is yes for photographers who prioritize value without sacrificing quality.
An excellent starting point is our Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Review, which Matthew called the ultimate portrait lens, or the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Review for wide-angle work on a budget.
Start Here: Recommended Tamron Reviews
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Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Review
Matthew’s pick for the ultimate portrait and event zoom — an unprecedented focal range at an unprecedented aperture. |
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 Review
The updated G2 version of Tamron’s most popular standard zoom — better, faster, and sharper than its predecessor. |
Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Review
The only wide-angle zoom you’ll ever need? A compact, affordable option for Sony E-mount shooters. |
Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Review | The First Mirrorless 70-200mm 3rd-Party Alternative!
Is this final lens in Tamron's mirrorless f/2.8 zoom trinity exactly what you've been waiting for?
Tamron Officially Announces the Launch of the 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056)
Tamron announces the launch date of the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056), a large aperture telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras that is the lightest and most compact in its class. The lens will be available in the U.S. on May 14th at $1199. However, due to the spread of COVID-19, the release date or the product supply schedule could be delayed.
Tamron Announces Pricing & Availability of the 20mm F/2.8 Lens for Sony E-Mount
Tamron has announced the availability (and pricing) of it's third wide angle prime for the Sony E-Mount system, adding to an already impressive list of new lenses for the Mirrorless system.
Tamron Is Working On More Lenses For Sony E-Mount
Tamron let it slip during PPE 2019, that they're working on 6 more lenses for the Sony E-Mount system! What do you think they could be and when will we see them?
Pricing & Details for Tamron’s Three Close-Focusing Prime Lenses For Sony E-Mount Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras Announced
Tamron has announced the launch of three long awaited prime lenses for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras: 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F050), 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F051), and 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F053)
First Images Of The New Tamron FE Lenses for Sony Leaked
The first "official" images of the Tamron FE Lenses for Sony have leaked online, more details and pricing should be released any day now!
Tamron USA & The Imaging Alliance are Gifting Free Family “Portraits of Love” for First Responders in the Long Island Area
For its second year in a row, Tamron USA is teaming up with The Imaging Alliance to bring a free gift to first responders in the Long Island area: free “Portraits of Love” family portrait sessions!
Tamron 17-35mm & 35-150mm Lens Reviews | Dynamic Duo Instead Of Holy Trinity?
This two-lens take on the traditional superzoom gives superior sharpness, brightness, and range...
Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Review | The New Champion Of 35mm Primes
If you're a DSLR user, this is hands-down the best 35mm prime lens out there...
Tamron Experiences Delays Due To Huge Demand for it’s New 17-28mm F/2.8 for Sony & Issues an Apology!
Tamron issues an apology about 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE lens shortages due to high demand
The Best Travel Zooms For Sony FE Full-Frame | Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 RXD vs Sony 24-105mm f/4 OSS
One of these two lenses is probably your best choice for travel and general photography, if...
Tamron 70-210mm F/4 Review
It’s no secret Tamron’s Di lenses are making headlines in the industry. Perchance, influenced by Sigma’s success, Tamron’s public perceived identity has shifted ...
