The Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD covers a highly practical range from wide-angle to medium telephoto. On a Canon RF APS-C camera, it provides a full-frame equivalent field of view of approximately 27.2-112mm, allowing one lens to handle landscapes, street photography, everyday scenes, portraits and detailed shots. The constant F2.8 maximum aperture is available throughout the entire zoom range. It supports low-light shooting, faster shutter speeds and attractive background blur. The optical design consists of 16 elements in 12 groups and incorporates special LD, GM and hybrid aspherical elements to maintain high resolution and contrast across the image. Tamron’s built-in VC system reduces the effects of camera shake for both stills and video. The RXD autofocus drive is fast and quiet, while suppressed focus breathing helps maintain a more natural angle of view during focus transitions in video. The lens focuses as close as 0.19m at the wide end and 0.39m at the telephoto end, making it useful for close-up images. The Canon RF version also features dedicated AF/MF and VC ON/OFF switches and supports firmware updates through Tamron Lens Utility.
Who is it for?
The lens is ideal for:
everyday and travel photography;
portraits and family photography;
street and urban photography;
landscapes and architecture;
events and documentary work;
video content creation;
users who want one lens to replace several commonly used focal lengths.
Key benefits
versatile 17-70mm zoom range;
27.2-112mm full-frame equivalent on Canon APS-C;
constant F2.8 aperture;
built-in VC image stabilisation;
fast and quiet RXD autofocus;
reduced focus breathing for video;
minimum focus distance of 0.19m;
nine-blade circular diaphragm;
moisture-resistant construction;
fluorine coating;
AF/MF and VC ON/OFF switches;
firmware updates through Tamron Lens Utility;
standard 67mm filter size;
compact 530g design.
Comparison with alternatives
Compared with the Canon RF-S 18-45mm kit lens, the Tamron provides a broader zoom range, a constant F2.8 aperture, stronger background separation and better low-light flexibility. It is, however, larger and heavier.
Compared with the Canon RF-S 18-150mm, the Tamron has a shorter telephoto reach but is significantly faster throughout the zoom range. It is therefore better suited to portraits, events and video, while the 18-150mm remains more convenient when maximum zoom range is the priority.
FAQ
Is the lens designed for full-frame Canon EOS R cameras?
No. It is designed for Canon RF-mount APS-C cameras. A full-frame camera would use an APS-C crop mode.
What is the full-frame equivalent focal range?
On Canon APS-C, it is approximately 27.2-112mm.
Is F2.8 available throughout the zoom range?
Yes. The maximum aperture remains F2.8 from 17mm to 70mm.
Does the lens include image stabilisation?
Yes. It features Tamron VC image stabilisation.
Is the lens suitable for video?
Yes. Quiet RXD autofocus, VC stabilisation and suppressed focus breathing make it suitable for both stills and video.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Tamron
Model: B070
Lens type: standard zoom lens
Sensor format: APS-C
Lens mount: Canon RF
Focal length: 17-70mm
Full-frame equivalent: 27.2-112mm
Maximum aperture: F2.8
Minimum aperture: F22
Optical construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
Angle of view: 77°-21°52′
Minimum focus distance: 0.19m at wide / 0.39m at telephoto
Maximum magnification: 1:4.8 at wide / 1:5.2 at telephoto
Image stabilisation: Tamron VC
Focus motor: RXD
Aperture blades: 9, circular
Filter size: 67mm
Maximum diameter: 74.6mm
Length: 117.3mm
Weight: 530g
Protection: moisture-resistant construction and fluorine coating
Switches: AF/MF and VC ON/OFF
Firmware updates: through Tamron Lens Utility
Supplied accessories: lens, flower-shaped hood, front cap and rear cap
Colour: black
Lens mount (bayonet)
Canon RF
Type
zoom
Typ of SensorAPS-C
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