Tamron 12-20mm F/2.8 Zoom Lens for Nikon Z Mount - A084Z700
Tamron A084Z700 12-20mm F/2.8 Zoom Lens for Nikon Z Mount
The Tamron 12-20mm F2.8 (Model A084) is an ultra-wide zoom lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras, delivering a dramatic perspective that starts at an impressive 12mm. Built for creators who want expansive framing without extra bulk, this lens is ideal for sweeping landscapes, striking architecture, astrophotography, and immersive interior shots. Its constant F2.8 maximum aperture provides bright, consistent performance across the entire zoom range, making it a strong choice for low-light scenes, night skies, and shooting where subject separation and exposure flexibility matter. With advanced optical engineering, durable construction, and a compact, lightweight design, the 12-20mm F2.8 offers professional-level image quality in a highly portable package.
Features
- Ultra-wide 12-20mm zoom range for expansive framing and dynamic perspective
- Constant F2.8 maximum aperture throughout the entire zoom range
- Designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras
- Excellent for landscapes, architecture, interiors, and astrophotography
- Advanced optical construction with one XGM (eXpanded Glass Molded Aspherical) element
- Three GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) elements for improved image quality
- One XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) element and three LD (Low Dispersion) elements help reduce aberrations
- Helps minimize peripheral blurring and color fringing
- Corrects sagittal coma flare for clearer nightscape and astrophotography performance
- AX (Anti-Reflection eXpand) Coating helps suppress harmful light for clearer images
- BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating reduces ghosting and flare
- Compact and lightweight design for easy handling in the field
- Strong balance of image quality, mobility, and durability
- Ideal for travel, hiking, and on-location shooting
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The focal length range is from 12mm to 20mm, providing an ultra-wide zoom perspective ideal for expansive landscape, architectural, and interior photography.
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The lens features a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout the entire zoom range, allowing for bright, consistent exposure and excellent low-light performance.
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Yes, with its constant f/2.8 aperture and advanced optical coatings that reduce aberrations and flare, this lens delivers clear, sharp images ideal for astrophotography and low-light shooting.
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It uses a VXD linear motor autofocus system, which provides fast, precise, and quiet focusing performance suitable for both stills and video.
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The lens incorporates 17 elements in 12 groups including specialized elements such as XGM, GM, XLD, and LD to minimize aberrations, reduce blurring, and correct coma flare, delivering exceptional sharpness and clarity.