Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD
Fujifilm GF80mmF1.7 R WR 35-63mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD
The Tamron 18-300mm superzoom is widely praised as a versatile all-in-one travel lens, with users highlighting its convenience, sharpness, and effective image stabilization. Many appreciate not needing to swap lenses, though some note compromises in image quality at the telephoto end and a heavier build compared to smaller zooms. A few users report issues with manual focus, stiff zoom rings, and warranty concerns, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Sharp images for the price
- Effective image stabilization
- Convenient for travel
- Good value for money
Cons
- Soft corners at wide apertures
- Heavier than smaller zooms
- Stiff zoom ring initially
- Manual focus issues
- Not ideal for low light
Fujifilm GF80mmF1.7 R WR 35-63mm
Owners of the Fujifilm GF 80mm lens are overwhelmingly positive, praising its exceptional sharpness, beautiful rendering, and creamy bokeh. Many consider it a must-have for portrait work on GFX cameras, despite noting a somewhat noisy autofocus motor. The lens is described as a favorite even among users of other high-end systems like Leica and Hasselblad.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful rendering
- Creamy bokeh
- Great for portraits
- Lightweight
Cons
- Noisy autofocus motor
- Minor chromatic aberration
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD | Fujifilm GF80mmF1.7 R WR 35-63mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 80 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 80 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 12 |
| Groups | 5 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm G |
| Format | APS-C★ | medium-format |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.62 kg★ | 0.80 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | Automatic |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 700 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2★ | 0.15x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Fujifilm GF80mmF1.7 R WR 35-63mm
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong optical (72nd percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (28th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD offers 7.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
