Tamron AF 80–210mm f/4.5–5.6 Lens – Minolta A Mount – Lightweight Telephoto Zoom

A compact and budget-friendly telephoto zoom, the Tamron AF 80–210mm f/4.5–5.6 is ideal for casual shooting, travel, and lightweight kits. Designed for Minolta A-mount autofocus cameras (also compatible with Sony A-mount DSLRs), this lens offers a versatile focal range in a surprisingly compact form.

Key Features:

• Focal Length: 80–210mm – great for portraits, wildlife, and outdoor photography
• Maximum Aperture: f/4.5–5.6 – suitable for daylight and well-lit conditions
• Autofocus: Screw-drive AF – compatible with Minolta AF and Sony A-mount bodies
• Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 1.5m
• Filter Thread: 52mm
• Mount: Minolta A (Sony Alpha compatible)
• Weight: Approx. 281g – extremely lightweight for a telephoto zoom
• Build: Compact plastic construction with rubberized zoom grip

Included:

• Lens with both caps

Very Good Condition:

• Optics: Clean and clear, no haze or fungus
• Mechanics: Autofocus responsive, zoom and focus rings smooth
• Cosmetics: Very good with light signs of use

User Notes:

• Delivers decent sharpness, especially around 135mm when stopped down to f/8
• Lightweight and compact – ideal for travel or pairing with entry-level film bodies
• Autofocus can be slow and noisy in low light, typical of screw-drive lenses
• Chromatic aberration may appear in high-contrast scenes, but manageable for casual use
• Often compared to the Minolta 70–210mm “Beercan” for its portability and value

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