Light and easy to use - you will love this telezoomThe 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (model A0 56) is a fast telephoto zoom lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. Its most important feature is its high image quality with a constant F/2.8 aperture and a handy body. At 149mm long (at a focal length of 70mm), it weighs only 810g - it is the lightest and most compact lens in its class1. Several specially selected elements ensure excellent reproduction quality from the entire frame - right to the edge of the image. Automatic focusing is provided by Tamron's newly developed VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) autofocus. The minimum focusing distance of 0.85m opens up new possibilities for the user. A special feature of the 70-180mm F/2.8 at a focal length of 70mm is the possibility of manual focusing at a distance of 0.27m2. With this lightweight telephoto zoom lens you can get close to your chosen subject in any situation, and the additional reward will be a perfect photo!The fastest autofocus engine developed by TamronThe VXD autofocus is a world premiere: it is the first linear motor developed by Tamron for autofocus. Two VXD moving units controlled by electronic pulses ensure fast and precise focusing on both near and distant subjects. The new motor also ensures improved focusing on moving subjects, such as in sports photography. The system is also so quiet that it can be used in situations requiring absolute silence. In short: you can rely on the 70-180mm F/2.8 in all circumstances - whether you are taking photos or recording a video clip.Minimum focusing distance of only 0.85 mThe minimum focusing distance of the 70-180mm F/2.8 is just 0.85m regardless of the focal length chosen. For a fast telephoto zoom lens, that's very little. At 180mm, we get a reproduction ratio of 1:4.6 - ideal for sharp close-up shots.Versatile lenses with the same filter diameterAll available Tamron lenses with Sony E mount have the same filter thread (ø 67 mm), so the same filter and cap can be used with all models. All lenses have a similar compact design and are easy to carry as a set.SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 – equivalent to 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD lens, designed for Canon and Nikon SLRsThe SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 for Canon and Nikon SLRs has practically the same performance parameters as its "sister" lens 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD developed for Sony mirrorless cameras with a full-frame sensor.