Tamron Di III VC 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD is widely praised for its versatile zoom range, sharp image quality, and excellent value for money. Users highlight its usefulness for wildlife, sports, and travel photography, though some note it is heavier than expected and the maximum aperture limits low-light performance. A few Sony users reported issues with image stabilization when paired with certain camera bodies, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Versatile 50-400mm zoom range
- Sharp image quality
- Excellent value for money
- Good build quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
Cons
- Heavier than expected
- Limited low-light performance due to small aperture
- Image stabilization issues with some Sony bodies
- Lens collar not included
- A bit dark compared to faster lenses
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm
The Meike 55mm f/1.4 AF lens for APS-C Nikon Z cameras is a compact, fast-aperture portrait lens that delivers excellent sharpness and creamy bokeh at a very affordable price. Autofocus is quick and reliable, with good eye detection, and the lens handles well on smaller bodies like the Z30. Some users noted the minimum focus distance is a bit limiting and the build feels plasticky, but overall it offers outstanding value for money.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Creamy bokeh
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Great value for money
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Plasticky build feel
- Limited minimum focus distance
- No image stabilization
- Some chromatic aberration wide open
- Vignetting at wide apertures
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD | Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 400 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 24 | 13 |
| Groups | 18 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | — | 4★ |
| Coating | BBAR-G2 | Multilayer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 12★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.15 kg | 0.91 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 249 mm★ | 980 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Below average build (25th percentile)
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong optical (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
