Tamron Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 DI III-A RXD Camera Lens

Ultra wide-angle with F2.8 maximum aperture for APS-C mirrorless. Fast aperture and superb optical performance for dynamic images and video.

FEATURES

BBAR-G2 COATING

Tamron has long been an innovator of coating technologies that prevent ghosting and flare. Second-generation bbar-g2 coating is a groundbreaking advancement that provides vastly improved performance compared to the original bbar (broad-band anti-reflection) coating.

The coating corrects for ghosting and flare to an unprecedented extent and renders fine subject detail with true clarity and stunning contrast even under backlit conditions.

MAXIMUM MAGNIFICATION RATIO 

- 1:4 (Wide)
- 1:7.6 (Tele)

MOUNT 

- Sony E
- Fujifilm X
- Canon RF

WEIGHT 

- 340g/12oz (CANON RF)
- 335g/11.8oz (Sony/Fujifilm)

FEATURES AT A GLANCE 

- Ultra wide-angle 11–20mm lens with fast F2.8 constant aperture.
- Designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras from Sony, Fujifilm, and Canon.
- Outstanding optical performance with minimal aberrations across the range.
- Lightweight, compact build ideal for travel and everyday use.
- Fast, quiet RXD autofocus motor for both stills and video.
- Excellent for handheld and gimbal-based shooting in low light.
- Moisture-Resistant Construction with protective Fluorine Coating.
- Starting at $659. Available now for Canon RF, Fujifilm X, and Sony E-mounts.

LENS OVERVIEW

BUILT WITH MIRRORLESS IN MIND 

TAMRON’s new 11-20mm F2.8 is compatible with many of the advanced features that are specific to mirrorless cameras. These includes :

– Eye AF
- Fast Hybrid AF
– Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
– Camera-based lens unit firmware updates
– In-camera lens correction (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion)

DESIGN 

A design so compact and lightweight, it’s hard to believe it’s an ultra wide-angle lens 

The lens was designed to be exceptionally compact and lightweight, an ideal match with APS-C mirrorless cameras. It has an overall length of 3.4″ (86.2mm)*, and weighs only 11.8oz (335g). Imagine a lens so small and light that it is hard to believe it’s a full-fledged fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom.

You can concentrate on shooting without worrying about bulk or weight. When used with a compatible APS-C mirrorless camera body, you’ll enjoy carefree handheld shooting of still images and find it comfortable to shoot video even when using a compact tripod or gimbal.

PERFORMANCE 

Enjoy outstanding ultra wide-angle optical performance of the TAMRON 11-20mm F2.8 

The 11-20mm F2.8 is a high-resolution lens that focuses on superb image quality as a full-fledged fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom. The optical construction includes 12 elements in 10 groups. High resolution performance is maintained across the entire frame with the well-balanced arrangement of two GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lens elements.

Two LD (Low Dispersion) and one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements are used to suppress the chromatic aberrations that tend to occur when shooting at the wide-open aperture of fast-aperture lenses. These features combine to render clear, crisp images. In addition, the use of the lens correction features built into Sony cameras lets users harness extra lens performance gains.

INDULGE IN THE EXCITING WORLD OF WIDE-ANGLE MACRO WITH AN MOD OF 5.9" (0.15M) 

The MOD (Minimum Object Distance) is just 5.9″ (0.15m) at the wide end. This extreme close-range shooting performance allows you to get as close to a subject as you like. The maximum magnification ratio is 1:4 — an astonishing feat for an ultra wide-angle lens — and it unlocks powerful wide-angle macro shooting utilizing the unique perspective that makes near objects look larger, and distant objects smaller.

Additionally, using the F2.8 maximum aperture produces a shallower depth-of-field that creates soft bokeh in the background, allowing users to take distinctive images with unique expressions.

ACCURATELY CAPTURES 

High performance rxd autofocus operates quietly and accurately captures subjects when shooting both still and video 

The AF drive on the 11-20mm F2.8 includes an RXD motor unit to help you stay focused on the action. RXD uses an actuator to precisely control the rotational angle of the motor, allowing it to directly drive the focusing lens without passing through a reduction gear.

A sensor that precisely detects the position of the lens enables high-speed and accurate AF, which is ideal when shooting continually moving subjects or recording video. And with a focusing system that is both smooth and quiet, the 11-20mm F2.8 lets you shoot free from stress not worrying the drive sound in a quiet environment.

SWITCHES 

Canon rf mount is equipped with an af/mf switch and is compatible with the tamron lens utility software 

The 11-20mm F2.8 for CANON RF mount is equipped with an AF/MF switch for easier operation. In addition, with the canon rf mount version, users can use the dedicated tamron lens utility software that was developed in-house by tamron.

This application lets users easily update the lens to the latest firmware themselves without the camera.* on the firmware information screen, you can check the version of your lens and update it if a newer firmware version is available.

ULTRA WIDE-ANGLE ZOOM LENS

Compact, lightweight f2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for aps-c mirrorless invites new experiences 

The 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060) is an ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E, FUJIFILM X, and CANON RF APS-C mirrorless cameras¹, offering a bright constant F2.8 aperture and outstanding portability.

The fast aperture lets you maintain a high shutter speed even in dark conditions, ensuring sharp handheld images with minimal shake. Special lens elements are arranged to suppress optical aberrations, producing clear images and high-resolution performance throughout the zoom range.

The lens is so lightweight and compact that it’s ideal for everyday use and travel and is perfect for video, especially when using a gimbal. It provides a remarkable MOD allowing you to close in on subjects easily. The fast precision AF drive system is perfect for still and video shooting. Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating offer additional protection when shooting outdoors. This lens combines excellent portability with the ability to capture unique images, expanding your enjoyment of photography.

COMBINING TWO LENSES 

Explore a wide variety of situations by combining two lenses in TAMRON's series of fast-aperture zooms for APS-C mirrorless cameras 

By combining the 11-20mm F2.8 and its balance of excellent portability and high image quality with the 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070)³, these two lenses cover an extreme range of focal lengths from 11mm to 70mm (a full-frame equivalent of 16.5mm to 105mm) with a fast, wide-open aperture of F2.8.

The combined weight of the two lenses is only approximately 30.3oz (860g)⁴. Drastically reducing bulky size and weight is advantageous during shooting and transportation and is convenient during travel when you want to lighten the load of your camera bag. Additionally, like most of the TAMRON’s other lenses for mirrorless cameras, the filter size is standardized at 67mm.

In addition to allowing the shared use of PL and other filters between lenses, the unified size is also highly convenient as it eliminates the hassle of finding the right lens cap when switching lenses. With these two lenses covering a broad angle of view, users can easily enjoy photography spanning various genres from portrait work to tabletop photography and landscapes. Have it all!