Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
This manual telephoto lens receives mixed feedback. While some users praise its value and image quality for the price, others report missing accessories, fit issues, and damage during shipping. The lack of automation and a learning curve for manual focus are noted, but satisfied buyers find it a good budget option.
Pros
- Great value for the price
- Good image quality
- Prompt seller support
Cons
- Missing accessories
- Fit issues with camera
- Damage during shipping
- No automation (manual only)
- Learning curve for manual focus
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
Scores
Specifications
| Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 650 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 1300 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 8 | 20 |
| Groups | — | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | Multi-coated, anti-reflection | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 8.0-16 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Format | — | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 3.57 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.30 m | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:3.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong versatility (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (65th percentile)
- Below average build (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average bokeh (28th percentile)
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
No current pricing available
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 21 specs.
