Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
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
Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
The Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens is widely praised as a versatile all-around lens, ideal for events, weddings, and travel. Users appreciate the constant f/2.8 aperture, extra reach over a 24-70mm, and high-quality glass at a lower cost than Sony equivalents. A few note the lens is heavy and the zoom ring can be stiff initially, but overall it delivers excellent performance and value.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Extra reach over 24-70mm
- High-quality glass
- Lower cost than Sony equivalents
- Versatile for events and travel
Cons
- Heavy weight (2.2 lbs)
- Stiff zoom ring initially
- No image stabilization
- Manual zoom only (no power zoom)
- Vignetting (easily correctable)
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 18 |
| Groups | 13 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 5★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | fluorine coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 12★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg★ | 1.00 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 401 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:3.1 |
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
Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.