TAMRON 16-50mm f/2.8 A Overview

The Tamron 16-50mm F2.8 is a compact standard zoom lens for Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras with APS-C sensors, covering a 25.6-80mm equivalent range. It starts at a wide 16mm, which works for landscapes, architecture, and group shots in tight spaces, and reaches 50mm for portraits and everyday snapshots, all with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture.

At 3.1 inches long and 10.8 ounces, it stays small and light enough for everyday carry and travel. Autofocus runs on Tamron’s VXD linear motor, which is quick and quiet for tracking kids and pets and for video, and the lens focuses as close as 6 inches at the wide end for close-up detail shots. Moisture-resistant construction and a fluorine coating add some protection outdoors, and the strap-hole front cap helps keep the cap secure. It also supports camera key functions.

• 16-50mm focal length (25.6-80mm equivalent) with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture
• VXD linear motor autofocus for quick, quiet performance in stills and video
• Close focusing to 6" (0.15m) at the wide end
• 14 elements in 10 groups with a 7-blade circular diaphragm
• Moisture-resistant construction with a fluorine coating
• Compact, lightweight build at 3.1" long and 10.8oz, with a 55mm filter size