OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
OM System
69 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
Tamron
100 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
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Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The Tamron 28-300mm super-zoom wins praise for its lightweight design, versatile focal range, and solid image quality. Users appreciate the compact build and smooth zoom mechanism, but note the slow aperture and trade-offs in sharpness compared to more expensive zooms. Verified reviewers find it an ideal travel lens that pairs well with Sony bodies.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Versatile 28-300mm focal range
- Smooth zoom ring operation
- Compact build for travel
- Good integration with Sony bodies
Cons
- Small maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Reduced sharpness vs. premium zooms
- Not an internal zoom lens
- Slow autofocus at high fps on some bodies
Build quality 3
Sharpness 3
Aperture 2
Weight and portability 3
Zoom range 4
Autofocus performance 1
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Specifications
| OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 100 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 20 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | Z Coating Nano | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.56 kg★ | 0.59 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x | 1:2.8★ |
Pros & Cons
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (65th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO0.038score per dollar
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Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm0.105score per dollar
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
