Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 DI III VXD Nikon Z

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Nikon Z - a constant f/2.8 aperture

Switching between a broad landscape view and a more natural, standard perspective often means changing lenses at the very moment the light or scene is changing. The Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Nikon Z covers that range in one full-frame zoom, with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout. Its 20mm wide end takes in expansive views, while 40mm gives a tighter framing for details and everyday scenes. For Nikon Z full-frame camera owners, that makes it a compact-range option for landscapes, travel and astrophotography without moving to a long, general-purpose zoom. The angle of view runs from 94° at 20mm to 57° at 40mm, so you can choose between a broad sweep of a scene and a more focused composition simply by turning the zoom ring. Autofocus is driven by Tamron’s VXD linear motor, which is described as fast, accurate and quiet. That quiet operation is welcome when recording video, while the bright maximum aperture is useful for working in dim conditions, including night-sky scenes. It’s a deliberately short zoom range, but one that puts wide-angle framing and a standard perspective together in a single Nikon Z lens.

Highlights

• 20-40mm zoom range: Start with a wide view for a landscape, then tighten the framing for a travel detail without changing lenses.
• Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture: The same maximum aperture is available across the zoom range, useful when light levels are low or you want control over depth of field.
• VXD autofocus motor: The linear focusing system is fast, precise and quiet, which is valuable for still photography as well as video recording.
• Close focusing: Focus is possible from 17cm, with magnification up to 1:3.8 at the wide end. That combination brings small nearby subjects into the composition.
• Moisture- and dust-resistant design: The construction includes moisture resistance and a fluorine coating, adding protection when conditions turn less predictable.
• Textured, scratch-resistant exterior: The barrel finish is made to resist scratches and provides a more assured surface for handling the lens on the move.

Good to know

The lens measures 86.5mm in length and weighs 365g, useful figures to consider when packing a Nikon Z kit for travel. Its 67mm filter thread takes filters in that size, so check the diameter of any filters you already own before planning to share them. These details keep the lens easy to account for in a compact kit, while the filter size is particularly relevant for landscape work with a polarising or neutral-density filter.

What's Included

• Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Nikon Z lens

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Tamron
• Model: 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Nikon Z
• Type: Standard zoom interchangeable lens
• Mount: Nikon Z
• Sensor format: Full frame
• Focal length: 20-40mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Focus: Autofocus
• Angle of view: 94°-57°
• Minimum focus distance: 17cm
• Maximum magnification: 1:3.8
• Filter size: 67mm