{"product_id":"tamron-12-20mm-f-2-8-vxd-for-sony-e","title":"Tamron 12-20mm f\/2.8 VXD for Sony E","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTamron 12-20mm f\/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens (Nikon Z Mount)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Ultra-Wide Storyteller\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTamron 12-20mm f\/2.8\u003c\/b\u003e is a revolutionary ultra wide-angle zoom lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras, bringing an entirely new perspective to the Nikon Z mount. Launching in August 2026, this lens offers an incredibly expansive 12mm focal length, allowing creators to capture the true vastness of landscapes, dramatic architectural interiors, and sweeping astrophotography scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eDespite its extreme wide-angle capabilities and bright f\/2.8 constant aperture, Tamron has managed to engineer this lens into an astoundingly compact and lightweight form factor. It is designed to be the ultimate companion for travel and night sky photography, delivering edge-to-edge sharpness in a package that won't weigh you down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy You'll Love This Lens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12mm Ultra-Wide Perspective:\u003c\/b\u003e The 12mm wide end provides a massive 121° angle of view. This overwhelming breadth allows you to capture dynamic, sweeping compositions that feel truly immersive, making it an incredible tool for capturing grand landscapes or tight, dramatic interior spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConstant f\/2.8 Aperture:\u003c\/b\u003e The bright f\/2.8 maximum aperture is maintained throughout the entire zoom range. This is essential for low-light shooting and makes this lens a \"new protagonist\" for astrophotography, allowing you to capture clean, detailed night skies without resorting to excessively high ISOs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnbelievably Compact Form:\u003c\/b\u003e Ultra-wide, fast-aperture lenses are notoriously large and front-heavy. Tamron defied expectations by engineering this lens to weigh just 20.7 oz (585g) and measure a mere 4.8 inches (121.3mm) for the Nikon Z mount. It achieves a sophisticated balance, providing professional-grade performance in a highly mobile package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAstrophotography-Optimized Optics:\u003c\/b\u003e The optical design incorporates advanced elements like XGM (eXpanded Glass Molded Aspherical) and GM elements. These effectively suppress peripheral blurring and, crucially for night skies, correct sagittal coma flare to ensure stars render as sharp pinpoints from the center to the extreme edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVXD Autofocus System:\u003c\/b\u003e Driven by Tamron's high-speed, high-precision Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive (VXD) linear motor, the autofocus is fast and remarkably quiet, making it well-suited for both stills and video applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStunning Close-Up Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e With a Minimum Object Distance (MOD) of just 7.1 inches (0.18m) at the 12mm wide end, you can achieve incredibly dynamic close-up shots with sweeping, exaggerated backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0\"\u003eA084\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,1,0\"\u003e12-20mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Aperture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,1,0\"\u003ef\/2.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Aperture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,1,0\"\u003ef\/16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAngle of View (diagonal)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,1,0\"\u003e121°58′ - 94°30′ (Full-Frame)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,1,0\"\u003eFull-Frame Mirrorless (Nikon Z Mount)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLens Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,7,1,0\"\u003e17 Elements in 12 Groups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecial Elements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,8,1,0\"\u003e1 XGM, 3 GM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiaphragm Blades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,9,1,0\"\u003e12 (Circular diaphragm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Focus Distance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,10,1,0\"\u003e7.1 in \/ 0.18 m (at 12mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr data-path-to-node=\"12,10,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,10,1,2\"\u003e11.1 in \/ 0.28m (at 20mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Magnification Ratio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,11,1,0\"\u003e1:5.8 (at 12mm) \/ 1:9.1 (at 20mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFilter Thread Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,12,1,0\"\u003eN\/A (Integrated rear filter holder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions (Diameter x Length)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,13,1,0\"\u003e3.5 x 4.8 in \/ 90 x 121.3 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,14,1,0\"\u003e20.7 oz \/ 585 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThings to Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBecause of the extreme 12mm focal length and the required optical design to maintain f\/2.8 edge-to-edge, the front element of this lens is likely bulbous. This means \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003eit does not accept traditional screw-on front filters\u003c\/b\u003e. Instead, Tamron has included an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"253\"\u003eintegrated rear filter holder\u003c\/b\u003e, meaning you will need to use specific rear-mount gel or glass filters if you wish to use NDs for long exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eAdditionally, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003elens hood is integrated and non-removable\u003c\/b\u003e, serving to protect the protruding front element and reduce flare. Finally, while it is surprisingly lightweight for its class, it is still a substantial piece of glass compared to slower f\/4 ultra-wide zooms; balancing it on smaller bodies or lightweight gimbals may require some adjustment.\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eWhy Shop With Camera Exchange?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFast Shipping:\u003c\/b\u003e We ship all orders within one business day.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExpert Packaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Your gear is packed professionally to ensure safe transit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCombined Shipping:\u003c\/b\u003e Buying multiple items? 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