Tamron 16-50mm F/2.8 A Standard Zoom Lens for Nikon Z Mount - B091Z700

Tamron B091Z700 16-50mm F/2.8 A Standard Zoom Lens for Nikon Z Mount

The Tamron B091Z700 16-50mm F2.8 A Di III-A standard zoom lens for Nikon Z APS-C mirrorless cameras combines a constant F2.8 maximum aperture with VXD linear-motor autofocus. Its wide-angle-to-mid-telephoto range spans landscapes, indoor group photos and family portraits without changing lenses.¹ The bright aperture supports background separation and faster shutter speeds in limited light,² while close focusing brings flowers and cafe details into the frame. Support for Tamron Lens Utility adds video-oriented lens-function customization for everyday clips and travel vlogs.

Key Features

16-50mm Everyday Versatility

At the 16mm end, include more of a landscape, a building or an indoor family gathering when there is little room to step back. Turn toward 50mm for more tightly framed snapshots and portraits. That mix of broad views and mid-telephoto perspectives makes one zoom practical for street photography, family outings and travel.

Constant F2.8 and Rounded Highlights

Keep the F2.8 maximum aperture available as you zoom from a broad scene to a closer portrait. When children are active indoors or light fades at dusk, the bright aperture gives you room to select a faster shutter speed while separating your subject from a softer background. The seven-blade diaphragm stays nearly circular for up to two stops below maximum aperture, helping out-of-focus highlights retain a rounded shape.

Compact 315g Travel Design

Weighing 315g in this Nikon Z configuration, the compact barrel reduces the carrying burden of daily photography and outdoor outings. Toned Profile Next brings a more mechanical visual style together with practical handling. Selected barrel materials include metal, and the internal mechanical design emphasizes structural rigidity for a lens intended to stay on your camera through everyday use.

VXD Autofocus for Moving Subjects

Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive uses a linear motor for fast, precise focusing when a child changes direction or a pet will not sit still. Tracking moving subjects helps you respond to brief expressions and unpredictable action. Quiet operation also suits video and sound-sensitive shooting, although lens operating sounds may still enter a recording.³

Wide-Angle Video and Tamron Lens Utility

For self-recording, the 16mm wide end keeps background context in view rather than making the frame only about your face. Compact handling suits gimbal and shooting-grip setups for travel vlogs and everyday lifestyle clips. Nikon Z support for Tamron Lens Utility lets you assign video-oriented lens functions to suit your shooting approach.

Close Focus at 0.15m and 0.29m

Move from a broad scene to the small details that make an outing memorable. Minimum focusing distances of 0.15m at wide angle and 0.29m at telephoto let you explore flowers, cafe subjects and other nearby scenes. Maximum magnification reaches 1:4.5 at the wide end and 1:4.8 at the telephoto end, giving you two perspectives for close-up compositions.

Front-Cap Tethering

Attachment holes on both sides of the front cap accept a suitable, separately obtained cord so you can secure the cap to a camera strap or body. Keeping the cap attached reduces the chance of misplacing it and the need to find a pocket when a fleeting subject appears.⁴

BBAR-G2 Coating and Outdoor Protection

Backlit scenes can challenge contrast and fine detail. BBAR-G2 coating suppresses ghosting and flare to help preserve those qualities when light enters the frame.

For outdoor shooting, moisture-resistant barrel seals and a water-proofed USB Type-C port provide protection. The front element's fluorine coating repels water and oil, reducing the adhesion of contamination and fingerprints and making the optical surface easier to clean.

Features

• 16-50mm Nikon Z APS-C Zoom
  Frame wide scenes or mid-telephoto portraits with one lens.
• Constant F2.8 Maximum Aperture
  Keep a bright aperture available throughout the zoom range.
• 7-Blade Circular Diaphragm
  Supports rounded highlights through two stops below maximum aperture.
• Compact 315g Design
  Light carrying weight suits travel and daily photography.
• Toned Profile Next
  Combines mechanical styling with practical handling and structural rigidity.
• VXD Linear-Motor Autofocus
  Responds quickly and precisely to moving children and pets.
• Video and Tamron Lens Utility Support
  Pair wide-angle self-recording with customizable lens functions on Nikon Z.
• 0.15m Wide / 0.29m Tele Close Focus
  Capture nearby details at up to 1:4.5 wide or 1:4.8 tele magnification.
• Front-Cap Attachment Holes
  A suitable cord, sold separately, helps keep the cap with your camera.
• BBAR-G2 Coating
  Limits flare and ghosting in backlit compositions.
• Moisture-Resistant Construction
  Barrel seals and a water-proofed USB Type-C port help protect the lens outdoors.
• Fluorine Front-Element Coating
  Water and oil repellency makes front-surface cleaning easier.

Footnotes:

¹ On Nikon Z APS-C cameras, the 16-50mm range provides a 24-75mm full-frame-equivalent field of view.

² Use the camera's lens-correction setting in ON or AUTO mode when that setting is available.

³ Lens operating sounds may be captured in video depending on the recording environment.

⁴ Do not lift or carry the lens by an attached front-cap strap. Some straps may not fit the attachment holes because of their thickness or end shape.