Telephoto lenses are best used from long distances.
The Tamron 60-300mm lens is a third-party telephoto lens. It has an adjustable zoom up to 300mm, which is most often used by sports or nature photographers when they cannot get closer to their subjects. This lens offers standard features for this lens type. Check your camera's manual to see which lenses it is compatible with.
Core Features
This lens has an adjustable zoom from 60mm, which is a standard length, to 300mm, which is a super-telephoto length. Its aperture ranges from f/3.8 to f/32, and the lens consists of 15 physical elements. It has two different rotating lens barrels to adjust the zoom and focus independently.
Additional Features
The viewing angle ranges between 40 degrees to 8 degrees, and its minimum focusing distance is 6.2 feet. It is compatible with filters that have a 62mm thread. The lens is 6.5 inches long and weighs 1.92 pounds. It does not have a tripod mount attachment, so it will need to be supported by hand to reduce the strain on the camera body.
Pricing and Availability
This lens can be purchased new for $400 and used for around $200, as of 2010. Due to its age and lack of buyer support, you will most likely find it at an online specialty camera store. Large electronics retailers will most likely sell newer or first-party lens brands.
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