What is the 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD best used for?

Landscape, Architecture, Underwater.

How much does the 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD cost in the UK?

The 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD starts from £614 in the UK, available new at 2 retailers. Prices are tracked live on GearFrame.

Tamron

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD

Name: 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
Brand: Tamron
Availability: InStock

Tamron's compact full-frame wide-to-standard zoom, now for Nikon Z: 20-40mm at a constant f/2.8 in 380g, with VXD linear-motor autofocus, focusing to 17cm at 20mm and a moisture-resistant build. A small travel and vlogging zoom for a Z5 II, Z6III or Zf. On sale from 22 October 2026.

Starting from

£614 new

Available at 2 retailers

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New

Clifton Cameras

£614

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Wex Photo Video

£614

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Core

Released

2026

Focal Length

20–40mm

Aperture

f/2.8

Compatible Mount

Nikon Z-mount

Filter Size

67mm

Dimensions

74.4mm diameter × 88.7mm length

Weight

380g

Weather Sealed

Yes

Optics & Focus

AF Motor

VXD linear motor

Optical IS

None (relies on body IS)

Aperture Blades

Magnification

0.263x

Min. Focus Distance

0.17m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait

5.6

Street

6.7

Travel

6.4

Wedding & Events

6.1

Vlogging & Video

6.7

Filmmaking

5.2

Documentary

5.7

Landscape

7.6

Casual

6.1

Food

5.1

Macro

4.3

Architecture

7.1

Astrophotography

6.9

Underwater

7.0

✅ Great For

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Landscape 7.6 Strong on focal length, weather sealing and portability.

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Architecture 7.1 Strong on focal length, filter compatibility and weather sealing.

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Underwater 7.0 Strong on focal length, autofocus and weather sealing.

⚠️ Not Ideal For

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Macro 4.3 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →