Rokinon AF IO45AF-E 45mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Rokinon AF IO45AF-E 45mm
This lens delivers impressive sharpness and character for its price, with fast and quiet autofocus that handles street photography well. Users praise its lightweight build and value, though some note the close focus distance could be better and a manual focus switch is missing. Overall, it's a pleasant surprise for those expecting a basic budget lens.
Pros
- Sharp even wide open
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Lightweight build
- Great value for money
- Good character and vibrancy
Cons
- Close focus distance could be better
- No AF/MF switch on lens
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
Scores
Specifications
| Rokinon AF IO45AF-E 45mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 45 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 20 |
| Groups | 6 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | multistrato | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg★ | 0.59 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear Stepping Motor | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 1:3.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Rokinon AF IO45AF-E 45mm
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (73rd percentile)
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
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
Pricing
Rokinon AF IO45AF-E 45mm
No current pricing available
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
