Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
Tamron
71 Overall Score
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Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
Viltrox
70 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
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Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 23 reviews
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/2 EVO is widely praised for its excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and compact build, all at an unbeatable price. Many users consider it a bargain that punches above its weight, with some even replacing more expensive name-brand lenses. A few minor reliability hiccups with certain camera bodies were noted, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Compact and lightweight design
- Great value for money
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Minor reliability issues with some cameras
- Tight lens hood may interfere with filters
- Not 100% reliable on Nikon Zf
Sharpness 10
Value for money 12
Autofocus performance 6
Build quality 7
Size and weight 8
Bokeh 3
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Specifications
| Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD | Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 10 |
| Groups | 10 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating | Nano Coating and Resistance Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.55 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | RXD | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 800 mm | 740 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.1 | 1:7.7 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (71st percentile)
- Strong build (67th percentile)
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
Scores 71 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 0 of 21 specs.