Tamron Di III VXD A058 35-150mm
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VXD A058 35-150mm
The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 is widely praised as a versatile, all-in-one zoom lens that delivers exceptional sharpness and fast autofocus across its entire range. Many users, including professional event and wedding photographers, have replaced multiple primes or zooms with this single lens, citing its f/2-2.8 aperture and 35-150mm reach as ideal for portraits, sports, and travel. The main drawbacks are its significant weight and size, with some noting it can be tiring for handheld use, and a few isolated complaints about packaging or slow focus for moving subjects. Overall, it is considered a game-changer for those who value convenience and image quality.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile 35-150mm focal length
- Bright f/2-2.8 aperture
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- No tripod collar included
- Slow focus for moving subjects
- Some vignetting at longer focal lengths
- Packaging issues on delivery
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
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Specifications
| Tamron Di III VXD A058 35-150mm | Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 10 |
| Groups | 15 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | multi-layer nano-MC coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 2-2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 1.17 kg | 0.16 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm | 20 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.55★ | 0.17X |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VXD A058 35-150mm
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm offers 7.6x better value for money
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Tamron Di III VXD A058 35-150mm wins 5 specs while Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm wins 4.
