Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Brightin Star AF 50mm f/0.95 II 50mm
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
Brightin Star AF 50mm f/0.95 II 50mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users highlight its smooth video capabilities and solid build, though some express initial concern about internal movement when powered off, which is confirmed as normal. Overall, it is praised as a top-tier professional zoom lens.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Great low-light performance
- Smooth video capabilities
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Internal movement when powered off (normal but concerning)
- Not parfocal
- Heavy weight (2.3 lbs)
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Brightin Star AF 50mm f/0.95 II 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 7 |
| Groups | 13 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | fluorine coating | Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/0.95 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 13★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.44 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | — |
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 (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Brightin Star AF 50mm f/0.95 II 50mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.