The Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) is a good value fast standard zoom lens for APS-C cameras, offering a constant aperture of F2.8 and covering an effective focal length range of 26-75mm. Optical construction comprises 16 elements in 13 groups, and at its minimum focus distance the 17-50mm gives a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:4.5 - not 'true' macro, but usefully close nonetheless. Tamron also makes a newer image-stabilised version of this lens for Canon and Nikon cameras.

Product timeline

Tamron 17-50 f/2.8 now available for Pentax

Feb 1, 2008

Tamron to offer 18-200, 17-50 & 70-300 in Nikon mount

Feb 1, 2008

Quick specs

Lens type	Zoom lens
Focal length	17–50 mm
Image stab.	No
Lens mount	Canon EF-S, Nikon F (DX), Pentax KAF, Sony/Minolta Alpha
Max aperture	F2.8
Min aperture	F32
Min focus	0.27 m (10.63″)
Max magnification	0.22×
Weight	430 g (0.95 lb)
Length	82 mm (3.22″)

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L1) 17-50MM F2.8 DI II F/CANON In stock Usually ships in 1-2 business days	$299.00 »

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