Used Tamron 16-300mm f3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro - Nikon Fit Lens
Condition & contents
| Grading | Excellent |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 12 month warranty |
| Includes | Caps / Hood |
At a glance: Tamron 16-300mm Di II VC PZD Macro - 18.75x superzoom for Nikon DX, stabilised, silent AF.
About this lens
The Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro is Tamron's most extreme APS-C superzoom - 18.75x coverage from wide-angle to super-telephoto in a single lens, with VC stabilisation, PZD silent autofocus and close-focus macro capability. A one-lens solution for Nikon DX users prioritising range over optical perfection.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | PZD (Piezo Drive - silent, fast) |
|---|---|
| Image stabilisation | Yes - Tamron VC (Vibration Compensation), approximately 4 stops |
| Maximum magnification | 1:2.9 |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.39m |
| Filter thread | 67mm |
| Weight | 540g |
| Construction | LD and XR glass, aspherical elements, zoom lock |
Works with
- Nikon F-mount DX (APS-C) DSLRs - all bodies including entry-level
- Not designed for Nikon full-frame (FX) DSLRs - heavy vignetting in FX crop mode
Best for
The most extreme-range Tamron superzoom for Nikon DX - covers wide landscape to super-telephoto reach in a single lens. VC stabilisation and PZD silent autofocus make it genuinely practical as a travel-only solution. 'Macro' here means 1:2.9 close-focus, not true 1:1. Optical compromises come with any 18x zoom, but the flexibility can be compelling.
Frequently asked questions
Will it autofocus on entry-level Nikon DSLRs (D3xxx / D5xxx)?
Yes. The built-in PZD motor handles autofocus in-lens.
Does this lens have image stabilisation?
Yes - Tamron's VC (Vibration Compensation) system, roughly equivalent to 4 stops.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 16-300mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Macro, Telephoto, Zoom |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount, Nikon FX Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Tamron |