About this model
The Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD is an all-in-one superzoom designed for APS-C (DX) cameras. It covers everything from wide-angle landscapes to distant wildlife in a single lens, making it ideal for travel and everyday shooting when you want to carry just one optic. Vibration Compensation (VC) helps keep handheld shots sharp, while the Piezo Drive (PZD) motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus. The lens is compact for its range and includes a zoom lock to prevent barrel creep. It is a versatile, practical choice for Nikon DX users who value convenience over swapping lenses.
Key specs
| Type | Superzoom lens (APS-C / DX format) |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-300mm (24-450mm equivalent on Nikon DX) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Mount | Nikon F (DX) |
| Autofocus | PZD (Piezo Drive) motor |
| Image stabilisation | VC (Vibration Compensation) |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.39m |
| Filter size | 67mm |
| Weight | approx. 540g |
Compatibility
Fits Nikon F-mount DX (APS-C) DSLRs. The built-in PZD motor provides autofocus on cameras without a focus motor, such as the D3000 and D5000 series. Not recommended for full-frame Nikon bodies, where it will vignette heavily unless the camera is set to DX crop mode; it will physically mount, but the image circle does not cover full-frame.
Questions about this model
Does this lens work on full-frame Nikon cameras?
No, it is designed for APS-C (DX) sensors. On a full-frame body it will vignette severely unless the camera is set to DX crop mode; it will physically mount, but the image circle does not cover full-frame.
Is the Tamron 16-300mm good for travel?
Yes, its wide 16-300mm range covers most situations, so you can carry one lens instead of several.
Does it have image stabilisation?
Yes, it features Tamron's VC (Vibration Compensation) to reduce camera shake.
