Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
The Tamron 16-300mm lens is praised for its incredible versatility, combining wide-angle, macro, and telephoto capabilities in a compact package. Users highlight its convenience for travel and hiking, allowing them to capture a wide range of subjects without changing lenses. However, some reviewers note compromises in image quality, including softness at long focal lengths and chromatic aberration, which can often be corrected in post-processing. Build quality is generally considered good, though a few users mention zoom creep and autofocus inconsistencies.
Pros
- Incredible zoom range (16-300mm)
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent versatility for travel
- Good macro capability
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Softness at long focal lengths
- Chromatic aberration (fringing)
- Zoom creep when held vertically
- Autofocus inconsistencies in low light
- Heavy weight for some users
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f/4-7.1 MACRO O.I.S. lens is widely praised for its compact size, versatile zoom range, and macro capability, making it an ideal travel companion. Users appreciate the optical stabilization and the convenience of not swapping lenses, though some note softness at extreme ends and a slow aperture. Overall, it's a solid all-in-one solution for outdoor and travel photography.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Versatile zoom range (28-200mm)
- Macro capability
- Effective optical stabilization
- Convenient all-in-one travel lens
Cons
- Soft at wide and telephoto ends
- Slow maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Not ideal for low light without stabilization
- Requires stopping down for sharpness
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 17 |
| Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 4★ |
| Coating | multiple layers of coating | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | L-Mount |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg | 0.41 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Piezo Drive | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 390 mm | 140 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.9★ | 0.5x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong aperture (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong bokeh (78th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.