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    Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC

    3.7
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 3.7
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    28-80mm
    Aperture
    f/3.5-4.2 (min f/32)
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    480g
    Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 82 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 480 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 17 months of tracked sales — pay around the $31.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $31.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $36.50
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $31.00

    Best deals

    68 of 134 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $31.00 fair value.

    • Oct 20, 2024$1.00$-30.00 / typical
    • Mar 5, 2025$4.00$-27.00 / typical
    • May 11, 2025$6.00$-25.00 / typical
    • Mar 24, 2025$8.00$-23.00 / typical
    • Mar 31, 2025$8.00$-23.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length28-80mm
    Aperturef/3.5-4.2 (min f/32)
    Min Focus Distance0.36m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight480g
    Length82mm
    Filter Thread67mm
    MountC/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Hiro Nakamura3.7/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC?

    Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC is a camera lens with 28-80mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5 - 4.2/32, for the C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 480g.

    What mount is the Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC compatible with?

    Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC uses a C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC a good lens?

    Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC has a community rating of 3.7/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Tamron-F 28-80mm f/3.5-4.2 CF Macro BBAR MC?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 35-70mm f/3.4 C/Y, Gemini Zoom 35-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC, Nikon AF Nikkor 24-85mm f/2.8-4 D IF.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.7
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical3.7/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability3.7/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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