June 24, 2026
News Release
Class-Leading* 4.1x Zoom Ratio Standard Zoom 17-70mm F2.8 VC (Model B070) For Nikon Z Mount and CANON RF Mount APS-C Mirrorless Cameras
Tamron Co., Ltd.
June 24, 2026 – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shogo Sakuraba; Headquarters: Saitama City, Japan; “TAMRON”), a leading manufacturer of optics for diverse applications, announces the launch of the 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070), a fast-aperture standard zoom lens, compatible with Nikon Z mount and CANON RF mount APS-C mirrorless cameras.
| PRODUCT NAME | 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070) For Nikon Z mount, CANON RF mount |
|---|---|
| DATE OF LAUNCH | July 2, 2026 |
* Among the fast-aperture F2.8 standard zoom lenses for APS-C mirrorless cameras (As of May 2026 – TAMRON)
17-70mm F2.8 VC (Model B070)
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Product Overview
The 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070) is a fast aperture standard zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras. It's engineered to deliver both a broad zoom range and excellent image quality. With a focal length range of 17-70mm,1 it achieves a 4.1x zoom ratio, class-leading for an APS-C standard zoom lens, while maintaining a fast, constant maximum aperture of F2.8. The 17-70mm F2.8 VC includes VC (Vibration Compensation), and a fast, quiet AF2 system. With focus breathing and AF noise effectively suppressed, the 17-70mm F2.8 VC is optimized for both stills and video shooting. Despite offering a class-leading zoom ratio and VC, the 17-70mm F2.8 VC remains notably lightweight and compact. This makes the 17-70mm F2.8 VC an outstanding choice for daily use, as well as for travel where minimizing weight is essential. Excelling in close-up work, the 17-70mm F2.8 VC achieves an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of just 0.19m (7.5in) at the wide end. Capture unique, expressive images in a variety of everyday scenes, including street photography and portraits. Functionality and versatility are enhanced by features such as Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating. In your everyday life and on your trips to distant places, the 17-70mm F2.8 VC captures all the excitement and discoveries with the finest possible detail.
Product Features
1. Versatile 17-70mm Focal Length - Excellent in Every Shooting Scenario
2. Constant F2.8 Aperture - Beautiful Bokeh and Exquisite Detail
3. Built-In VC - Achieves Stable Shooting for Stills and Video
4. High Performance AF
- Fast, Quiet, and Ready to Capture Decisive Moments
5. Suppressed Focus Breathing
- For Natural, Seamless Video Expression
6. MOD of 0.19m (7.5in) for Amazing Close-Ups
7. Lightweight and Compact Design for Superior Mobility
8. AF/MF Switch and VC ON/OFF Switch for CANON RF Mount
9. Firmware Updates via TAMRON Lens Utility™ for Nikon Z and CANON RF Mounts
10. Unified 67mm Filter Size
11. Protective Features (Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating)
Note:
1 The full-frame equivalent of 25.5-105mm for Nikon Z mount and 27.2-112mm for CANON RF mount.
2 With the 17-70mm F2.8 VC for CANON RF and Nikon Z mounts, the autofocus may become less responsive when tracking subjects during zooming in video shooting.
Specifications
| Model | B070 |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 17-70mm <a full-frame equivalent> 25.5-105mm for Nikon Z mount 27.2-112mm for CANON RF mount |
| Maximum Aperture | F2.8 |
| Angle of View (diagonal) | 80°37′-23°17′ (for Nikon APS-C mirrorless format) 77°0′- 21°52′ (for CANON APS-C mirrorless format) |
| Optical Construction | 16 elements in 12 groups |
| Minimum Object Distance | 0.19m / 7.5in (WIDE), 0.39m / 15.4in (TELE) |
| Maximum Magnification Ratio | 1:4.8 (WIDE) / 1:5.2 (TELE) |
| VC (Vibration Compensation) | Yes |
| Filter Size | φ67mm |
| Maximum Diameter | φ74.6mm |
| Length* | 121.3mm (4.8in) for Nikon Z mount 117.3mm (4.6in) for CANON RF mount |
| Weight | 540g (19oz) for Nikon Z mount 530g (18.7oz) for CANON RF mount |
| Aperture Blades** | 9 (circular diaphragm) |
| Minumum Aperture | F22 |
| Standard Accessory | Flower-shaped hood, Front cap, Rear cap |
| Mount | Nikon Z mount, CANON RF mount |
- *Length is the distance from the front end of the lens to the lens mount face.
- **The circular diaphragm stays almost perfectly circular up to two stops down from maximum aperture.
- Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
- This product is developed, manufactured, and sold under the license agreement with Nikon Corporation.
- This product is developed, manufactured, and sold under license from Canon Inc.
17-70mm F2.8 VC (Model B070)
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