Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm
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
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm
The Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR lens is widely praised for its compact size, lightweight build, and excellent image quality. Users highlight its fast and silent autofocus, weather sealing, and versatility for street, portrait, and travel photography. While some note it is not a macro lens and lacks the extreme bokeh of the f/1.4 version, most agree it offers outstanding value as a standard prime.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Excellent image sharpness
- Weather sealing
- Versatile for street, portrait, and travel
Cons
- Not a macro lens
- Less bokeh than f/1.4 version
- No zoom capability
- Tapered design may look odd
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 9 |
| Groups | 13 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | fluorine coating | Nano-GI coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 43 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 350 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.8 | 1:7 |
Pros & Cons
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
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
