Tamron's Nikon Z-mount "35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058)" is a proven product with an innovative wide-angle aperture of F2, a zoom lens for mirrorless cameras. Let's take a look at the attractions and advantages of this lens.
1. Beautiful bokeh with natural gradients
The angle of view of this lens ranges from 35mm (half wide) to 150mm (telephoto), covering the 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, and 100mm angles of view that we often use for portrait photography. Another attractive feature is the F2 aperture at the wide-angle end and F2.8 at the telephoto end, which feels like an F2.8 lens.
摄影器材：尼康Z 8 + Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD 摄影环境：焦距150mm 光圈F2.8 1/200秒 ISO64 AWB 画面控制：人像
We can be particularly impressed by the gradient in the highlights and the brightness area in the middle, which don't jump too much for brightness and create a nice, consistent bokeh that depicts the subject without being too loud.
2. Comparison between the telephoto end and the wide-angle end
Shot at 150mm at the telephoto end
摄影器材：尼康Z 8 + Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD 摄影环境：焦距150mm 光圈F2.8 1/400秒 ISO64 AWB 画面控制：人像
35mm wide-angle shooting
摄影器材：尼康Z 8 + Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD 摄影环境：焦距35mm 光圈F2 1/400秒 ISO64 AWB 画面控制：人像
This shot was taken at almost the same position with the 150mm telephoto end and the 35mm wide-angle end, and the telephoto end is a true depiction of f/2.8 with a natural blend of background.
The lens structure is 21 elements in 15 groups, and the aperture blades are 9 circular diaphragms. They were shot with both the telephoto and wide-angle ends open aperture, but the circular bokeh near the center has a beautiful circular shape at both viewing angles. The bokeh at the four corners of the composition becomes lemon-shaped, but there is no noticeable sloppy outline, and the aperture can be changed if you're worried.
3. Autofocus speed, delicate depiction performance, and close-up shooting are possible
摄影器材：尼康Z 8 + Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD 摄影环境：焦距150mm 光圈F2.8 1/320秒 ISO160 AWB 画面控制：人像
In this scene with foliage as the foreground bokeh, if you deviate a little, the composition looks focused on the foliage rather than the eyes, but the autofocus tracks the model's movements. The lens is driven by a linear motor focusing mechanism VXD (voice coil ultra-torque drive). This allows the lens to focus quickly and with high precision while providing a wide angle of view from the wide-angle end to the telephoto end. Even in scenes where it is difficult to see the eye, there is no problem with tracking performance.
Fourth, the design is full of details, and it will not make you feel its actual weight
摄影器材：尼康Z 8 + Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD 摄影环境：焦距35mm 光圈F2 1/320秒 ISO64 AWB 画面控制：人像
When shooting portraits at the wide-angle end, you'll often move slightly, taking advantage of a low position or a wall-mounted perspective. In this case, you should pay attention to the size, weight, and shape of the lenses.
This Nikon Z-mount lens measures 160.1 mm in length (from the tip of the lens to the surface of the mount) and weighs 1,190 grams. Considering the wide angle of the lens, it's reasonably sized, but it feels a bit big when you carry it around. However, the reason why you don't notice its size or weight as much when taking photos may be due to its shape.
The center of the lens is located between the zoom ring and the focus ring, and its shape has been slightly improved for easier grip, so when supporting the lens from below, you can naturally hold the lens in that position without feeling heavy.