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Tamron · Full frame · Zoom · Third-party

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD

FOCAL 20-40mmAPERTURE f/2.8WEIGHT 365gFILTER 67mm
Vlogging & videoEveryday & travelWeather sealed
New ≈£599
Used at MPB*£459
Find it used at MPB ↗All lenses

Overview

The Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is a full frame 20-40mm f/2.8 zoom lens for the Sony E / FE mount. It weighs about 365g and takes 67mm filters, and it's weather sealed.

It's a strong choice for vlogging & video, everyday & travel. Wide enough at arm's length: about 16–20mm equivalent, ideally light and stabilised.

In our database it fits 25 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £599; used at MPB it sells for £459 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandTamron
MountsSony E / FE (Third-party)
CoverageFull frame
Focal length20-40mm
Equivalent on Full frame20-40mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)30-60mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationNo
Weather sealingYes
Weight≈365 g
Filter thread67 mm
Approx. new price£599
Used at MPB (Sony E / FE)£459

Compatible camera bodies

25 native

Sony Alpha A1 II2024 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £4,519 Sony Alpha A9 III2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,999 Sony Alpha A7R V2022 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,859 Sony Alpha A7S III2020 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,789 Sony Alpha A67002023 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £1,089 Sony Alpha A7 IV2021 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,059 Sony Alpha A7C II2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,409 Sony Alpha A7 V2025 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,039 Sony Alpha A7 III2018 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £339 Sony Alpha A7R III2017 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £674 Sony Alpha A7R IV2019 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £999 Sony Alpha A7C2020 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £894 Sony Alpha A64002019 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £464 Sony Alpha A12021 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,439 Sony Alpha A9 II2019 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,189 Sony Alpha A92017 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £654 Sony Alpha A7C R2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,559 Sony ZV-E12023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,339 Sony ZV-E102021 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £444 Sony ZV-E10 II2024 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £734 Sony FX302022 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £1,269 Sony FX32021 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,479 Sony Alpha A66002019 · APS-CNativeThird-party · new ≈— Sony Alpha A61002019 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £439 Sony Alpha A65002016 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £369

Alternatives to compare

Sigma 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary24mm · f/2 · 365g · E, L≈£599 new · used from £389
Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary35mm · f/2 · 325g · E, L≈£599 new · used from £314
Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 II35mm · f/1.4 · 645g · E≈£599 new · used from £204
Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.824mm · f/1.8 · 310g · L≈£599 new · used from £494

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD lens. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD compatible with?

It's available for Sony E / FE. Native bodies here include Sony Alpha A1 II, Sony Alpha A9 III, Sony Alpha A7R V, Sony Alpha A7S III, Sony Alpha A6700, Sony Alpha A7 IV.

Is the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD weather sealed?

Yes, it has dust and moisture resistance.

Does the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD have image stabilisation?

No. Use a camera with in-body stabilisation (IBIS) for steady hand-held shots.

What is the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD best for?

Vlogging & video, Everyday & travel. Wide enough at arm's length: about 16–20mm equivalent, ideally light and stabilised.