OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS
OM System
51 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
100 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Weight and portability 6
Low light performance 5
Scores
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Video Cinema
Macro
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Wildlife Sports
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Specifications
| OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | super-telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 25 | 17 |
| Groups | 15 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 6★ | 2 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Olympus OM | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 2.06 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 7 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 560 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.7x | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.