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Tamron · Full frame · Zoom · Third-party

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD

FOCAL 35-150mmAPERTURE f/2-2.8WEIGHT 1165gFILTER 82mm
PortraitsEveryday & travelWeather sealed
New ≈£1,599
Used at MPB*£779–1,119
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Overview

The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD is a full frame 35-150mm f/2-2.8 zoom lens made in 2 mounts. It weighs about 1165g and takes 82mm filters, and it's weather sealed.

It's a strong choice for portraits, everyday & travel. Around 85mm equivalent with a fast aperture (f/1.8 or brighter) for background blur.

In our database it fits 39 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £1,599; used at MPB it sells for £779–1,119 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandTamron
MountsSony E / FE (Third-party), Nikon Z (Third-party, licensed)
CoverageFull frame
Focal length35-150mm
Equivalent on Full frame35-150mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)53-225mm
Maximum aperturef/2-2.8
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationNo
Weather sealingYes
Weight≈1165 g
Filter thread82 mm
Approx. new price£1,599
Used at MPB (Sony E / FE)£779–1,079
Used at MPB (Nikon Z)£1,119

Compatible camera bodies

39 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 Nikon Z82023 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £2,229 Nikon Z92021 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £2,449 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 Nikon Z50 II2024 · APS-CNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £624 Nikon Z5 II2025 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £1,009 Nikon Z6 III2024 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £1,489 Nikon Zf2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £1,179 Nikon Z fc2021 · APS-CNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £499 Nikon Z6 II2020 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £609 Nikon Z62018 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £469 Nikon Z72018 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £699 Nikon Z52020 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £509 Nikon Z502019 · APS-CNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £349 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 Nikon Z7 II2020 · Full frameNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £924 Nikon Z302022 · APS-CNativeThird-party, licensed · used from £474

Alternatives to compare

Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM70-200mm · f/4 · 695g · RF≈£1,599 new · used from £1,079
Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG Art135mm · f/1.4 · 1420g · E, L≈£1,599 new · used from £1,619
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II70-200mm · f/4 · 794g · E≈£1,449 new · used from £1,119
Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM50mm · f/1.4 · 580g · RF≈£1,449 new · used from £1,099

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 35-150mm f/2-2.8 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

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD compatible with?

It's available for Sony E / FE, Nikon Z. Native bodies here include Sony Alpha A1 II, Sony Alpha A9 III, Sony Alpha A7R V, Sony Alpha A7S III, Nikon Z8, Nikon Z9.

Is the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD weather sealed?

Yes, it has dust and moisture resistance.

Does the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD have image stabilisation?

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

What is the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD best for?

Portraits, Everyday & travel. Around 85mm equivalent with a fast aperture (f/1.8 or brighter) for background blur.

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