Tamron Di III 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
Tamron
77 Overall Score
vs
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
89 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Tamron Di III 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 100 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 9 |
| Groups | 13 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.56 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD Linear Motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 220 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.3★ | 0.215x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
No current pricing available
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Verdict
Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
