About this model
The Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC is a versatile superzoom lens for Canon APS-C DSLRs. It covers wide-angle to telephoto in one compact body, so you can shoot landscapes, portraits and distant subjects without changing lenses. Vibration Compensation reduces camera shake for sharper handheld photos, especially at the long end. The lens uses a seven-blade diaphragm and offers a minimum focus distance of 0.49m, making it useful for close-up details too. It is a practical choice for travel, family events and general photography when you want to carry just one lens.
Key specs
| Type | Superzoom lens |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 18-200mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Mount | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C (Di II) |
| Image stabilisation | Vibration Compensation (VC) |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.49m |
| Filter size | 62mm |
| Weight | approx. 400g |
Compatibility
Fits Canon APS-C DSLRs with an EF-S mount. Not compatible with full-frame Canon DSLRs due to the EF-S mount. Can be adapted to Canon RF or EF-M mirrorless cameras with an appropriate adapter; on full-frame RF bodies, crop mode is required.
Questions about this model
Is this lens suitable for full-frame Canon cameras?
No, it is designed for APS-C cameras and uses an EF-S mount, so it cannot be mounted on full-frame Canon DSLRs. It can be adapted to full-frame mirrorless cameras, but the camera must be set to crop mode, reducing resolution.
Does the Tamron 18-200mm have image stabilisation?
Yes, it features Tamron's Vibration Compensation (VC) to reduce camera shake.
What is the closest focusing distance?
The minimum focus distance is 0.49m across the zoom range.
