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Tamron has announced the 25-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 full-frame lens for Sony mirrorless cameras. The G2 is a successor to the existing 28-200mm F2.8-5.6, updated to go significantly wider at the wide end of its zoom.
The 8x range means that, even with the expansion at the wide end, it doesn’t count as a superzoom, but combined with a relatively bright F2.8-5.6 maximum aperture range it gives a very flexible lens.
The extra coverage at the wide end of things should boost its usefulness by more than the modest 3mm reduction might imply, especially as it comes with approximately half macro (1:1.9) magnification at the 25mm position.
It moves to using a VXD voice-coil linear motor, rather than the rotary stepper motor used in the previous version. The company says this makes it “perfect for captuing sports and action, such as children and pets in motion.”
Its 76mm (3″) diameter is a fraction wider than the previous version and its 122mm (4.78″ ) length is 5mm longer, but the G2 version is 1g lighter, at 575g (20.3oz). Both versions feature 18 elements arranged in 14 groups. It maintains the same 67mm filter thread.
The new, wider version of what Tamron calls its “all-in-one” zoom, will retail for around $899, around 23% more in money terms than the original launched in June 2020.
Press release:
Evolved G2 All-in-One 8x Zoom
25-200mm F/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 (Model A075) for Sony E-mount Full-Frame Mirrorless
October 21, 2025, Commack, NY – TAMRON announces the launch of the 25-200mm F/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 (Model A075), an all-in-one zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. The lens will be available on November 20, 2025 at retail price of $899 USD / $1,199 CAD.
The TAMRON 25-200mm F/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 (Model A075) is the successor to the highly acclaimed 28-200mm F/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD (Model A071), reborn as an advanced 2nd-generation “G2” model. As the originator of modern all-in-one zoom lenses, TAMRON celebrates its 75th anniversary with this new cutting-edge lens.
The new G2 model maintains its compact size while expanding the wide end from 28mm to 25mm and preserving the 200mm telephoto range. It offers improved image quality and faster, more precise autofocus powered by TAMRON’s VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism. With a maximum magnification ratio of 1:1.9 at the 25mm wide end, the lens also provides half-macro shooting.
Combining portability with uncompromising performance, this next-generation G2 all-in-one zoom lens supports creative expression for everyone from beginners to professionals. Experience the full potential of an all-in-one zoom, reimagined.
Product features:
- Advanced 2nd-generation all-in-one zoom —25-200mm F2.8-5.6 G2
- Compact all-in-one zoom excels at everything from everyday moments to expressing your creativity
- Exceptional image quality captures every detail
- Fast, precise VXD autofocus is perfect for capturing sports and action such as children and pets in motion
- Outstanding close-up performance of 1:1.9 magnification for half-macro shooting
- Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility™ for easy customization from smartphone, tablet, or PC
- Comfortable ergonomic design for ease of use
- Enhanced exterior surface
- Smooth and user-friendly zoom and focus rings
- Unified Ø67mm filter size
Tamron 25-200m F2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 specifications
| Principal specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF |
| Focal length | 25–200 mm |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Sony FE |
| Aperture | |
| Maximum aperture | F2.8–5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | F22–32 |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Optics | |
| Elements | 18 |
| Groups | 14 |
| Focus | |
| Minimum focus | 0.16 m (6.3″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.52× |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Motor type | Linear Motor |
| Full time manual | No |
| Focus method | Internal |
| Distance scale | No |
| DoF scale | No |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 575 g (1.27 lb) |
| Diameter | 76 mm (2.99″) |
| Length | 122 mm (4.8″) |
| Sealing | No |
| Power zoom | No |
| Zoom lock | No |
| Filter thread | 67 mm |
| Hood supplied | Yes |
| Tripod collar | No |
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