Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
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
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, blazing-fast autofocus, and noticeably lighter weight compared to its predecessor. Users highlight its superb build quality, smooth bokeh, and versatility for sports, portraits, and low-light photography. A few complaints mention high cost, occasional autofocus issues, and a heavy tripod collar, but the vast majority consider it a top-tier professional lens worth the investment.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Blazing-fast autofocus
- Lighter than previous version
- Superb build quality
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- High price
- Heavy tripod collar
- Occasional autofocus issues
- Bulky for some users
- Focus ring noise
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 23 |
| Groups | 13 | 18 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 6★ |
| Coating | fluorine coating | Nano AR Coating II |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg★ | 1.48 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | Dual Linear & Super Sonic Wave AF Motors |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 960 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.25x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average macro (28th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
