Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
What Buyers Say
Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and impressive low-light performance, making it a top choice for astrophotography and landscape work. Users highlight its lightweight build and beautiful bokeh, though some note minor issues like barrel distortion at close range and the lack of built-in image stabilization. A few reviewers experienced autofocus problems with certain copies, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight and portable
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- Barrel distortion at close range
- No built-in image stabilization
- Autofocus issues on some copies
- Requires lens corrections for best results
- Expensive
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 20 |
| Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Sub Wavelength Coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 239 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 1:2.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th 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 (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm offers 3.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
