Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A
Optical design
Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.Physical characteristics
Weights 254 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 64 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A purchase historyTrending up +8.0%/mo
Prices are firming up around 8.0% per month across 8 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.
Best deals
34 of 68 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $36.00 fair value.
- Dec 7, 2024$5.00$-31.00 / typical
- Mar 24, 2025$8.00$-28.00 / typical
- Jul 3, 2025$9.00$-27.00 / typical
- Mar 4, 2025$10.00$-26.00 / typical
- Nov 30, 2024$13.00$-23.00 / typical
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Reviews
Much better than I expected The online review indicates this is an average lens, but I found it's surprisingly good. Considering the super low purchase price, it's a great value.
Much better than I expected The online review indicates this is an average lens, but I found it's surprisingly good. Considering the super low purchase price, it's a great value.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A?
Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A is a camera lens with 28-70mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5 - 4.5/22, for the Tamron Adaptall-2 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 254g.
What mount is the Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A compatible with?
Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A uses a Tamron Adaptall-2 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A typically sells for around $5.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A a good lens?
Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A has a community rating of 4.6/5 from 3 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 159A?
Similar lenses include Tamron 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 Adaptall-2 model 59A, Tamron 35-70mm f/3.5 Adaptall-2 model 17A, Tamron SP 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC model 27A.