Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm
Sigma
98 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
98 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Weight and portability 6
Low light performance 5
Scores
Landscape
Video Cinema
Macro
Budget
Professional
Portrait
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Street
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 17 |
| Groups | 14 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.7 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.61 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 170 mm★ | 180 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2 | 1:2.7 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm0.016score per dollar
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.013score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm wins 5 specs while Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 wins 4.
