Tamron Announces Pricing & Availability of the 20mm F/2.8 Lens for Sony E-Mount

David J. Crewe

Tamron 20mm Announced SLR Lounge 2000x1333

Last night, Tamron officially announced the Close-Focusing 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F050) prime lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras will be on sale in the USA on January 30, 2020 with a MSRP of approximately $349 USD. This lens adds to the already rapidly expanding lineup of E-mount lenses giving users more flexibility and creative options for their projects.

[Related Reading: Tamron Is Working On More Lenses For Sony E-Mount]

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Now, all three close-focusing prime lenses including the 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F051) and the 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F053) will be on the market. Enjoy the world of wide-angle prime lenses with this convenient and mobile lens, featuring the same 67mm filter diameter as all lenses in Tamron’s line-up for full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Main features

  1. Enhanced close-focusing capability expands lens versatility with an MOD of 4.3 inches.
  2. 67mm filter diameter, same as all other Tamron lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras.
  3. Superb high-resolution performance that matches the latest high-resolution image sensors.
  4. Superior design and consistent 2.5 in overall length facilitate ease-of-use.
  5. Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating contribute to a comfortable, user friendly photographic experience.
  6. Compatible with various camera-specific features including Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF.

Technical Specifications

Focal Length 20mm
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Mount Sony E
Format Compatibility Full-Frame
Angle of View 94° 30′
Maximum Magnification 0.5x
Macro Reproduction Ratio 1:2
Minimum Focus Distance 4.3″ / 10.92 cm
Optical Design 10 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades 7, Rounded
Focus Type Autofocus
Image Stabilization No
Filter Size 67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L) 2.87 x 2.5″ / 73 x 63.5 mm
Weight 7.8 oz / 221 g

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David J. Crewe

David J. Crewe is a full-time commercial photographer and Senior Editor with SLR Lounge. Based out of both Southern California & Las Vegas, Nevada. View his work and blog: DavidJCrewe.com Follow his Instagram: @DavidJCrewe

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