Tamron F050 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 Ultra wide Sony E Lens

ABOUT THE PRODUCT

The Tamron F050 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 is a compact ultra wide-angle prime lens designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. Offering a dynamic 20mm field of view, this lens is ideal for landscapes, architecture, travel photography and creative close-up shots.

With its fast f/2.8 aperture, photographers can capture bright, detailed images while enjoying attractive background separation and improved low-light performance. The lens also features an impressive 1:2 maximum magnification ratio, enabling half-macro photography with a minimum focusing distance of just 0.11m.

Despite its powerful capabilities, the lens remains highly portable with a compact 64mm length and lightweight 220g design, making it an excellent choice for photographers who want a capable wide-angle lens that is easy to carry everywhere.

KEY FEATURES

• Ultra Wide 20mm Field of View - Ideal for landscapes, architecture and travel photography.
• Bright f/2.8 Aperture - Excellent low-light performance and creative depth of field.
• 1:2 Macro Capability - Capture detailed close-up shots with half-macro magnification.
• Compact Lightweight Design - Portable at only 220g and easy to carry for travel.
• Weather-Resistant Construction - Moisture-resistant build with fluorine coating.

ULTRA WIDE CREATIVE PERSPECTIVE

The 20mm focal length delivers an expansive angle of view that captures dramatic perspective and sweeping scenery.

This makes the lens ideal for photographing:

• Landscapes and nature scenes
• Architecture and interiors
• Travel photography
• Creative environmental portraits

The wide perspective also allows photographers to exaggerate foreground elements for striking compositions.

HALF-MACRO CLOSE-UP CAPABILITY

One of the standout features of the lens is its 1:2 maximum magnification ratio.

With a minimum focus distance of just 0.11m, photographers can get extremely close to subjects, making it possible to capture:

• Textures and fine details
• Food and product photography
• Small objects and creative compositions

This combination of ultra-wide perspective and macro capability allows for unique photographic expressions rarely possible with traditional wide-angle lenses.

HIGH-QUALITY OPTICAL DESIGN

The optical construction incorporates special lens elements including:

• Low Dispersion (LD) elements
• Glass Molded Aspherical elements

These elements help control chromatic aberrations and distortion while maintaining excellent sharpness across the frame.

The result is crisp image quality with strong contrast and natural colour reproduction.

FAST & QUIET AUTOFOCUS

The lens features Tamron's OSD (Optimized Silent Drive) autofocus motor, delivering:

• Smooth and accurate autofocus
• Quiet focusing operation
• Reliable performance for both still photography and video recording

DURABLE OUTDOOR DESIGN

Built for real-world shooting conditions, the lens includes:

• Moisture-resistant construction for added durability
• Fluorine coating on the front element to repel water, dirt and fingerprints

These features allow photographers to shoot confidently in outdoor environments.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Model: F050
• Focal Length: 20mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Maximum Magnification: 1:2
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.11m
• Filter Diameter: 67mm
• Length: 64mm
• Weight: 220g
• Autofocus Motor: OSD (Optimized Silent Drive)
• Mount: Sony E-Mount
• Format Compatibility: Full-frame mirrorless

What's in the box
1 x Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens for Sony E
1 x Tamron SP Front Lens Cap (67mm)
1 x Rear Lens Cap
1 x HF050 Lens Hood
1 x Printed manual