Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
The Tamron 16-300mm lens is praised for its incredible versatility, combining wide-angle, macro, and telephoto capabilities in a compact package. Users highlight its convenience for travel and hiking, allowing them to capture a wide range of subjects without changing lenses. However, some reviewers note compromises in image quality, including softness at long focal lengths and chromatic aberration, which can often be corrected in post-processing. Build quality is generally considered good, though a few users mention zoom creep and autofocus inconsistencies.
Pros
- Incredible zoom range (16-300mm)
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent versatility for travel
- Good macro capability
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Softness at long focal lengths
- Chromatic aberration (fringing)
- Zoom creep when held vertically
- Autofocus inconsistencies in low light
- Heavy weight for some users
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm | 7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 11 |
| Groups | 12 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | multiple layers of coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg | 0.43 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Piezo Drive | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 390 mm | 35 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.9★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong aperture (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong bokeh (78th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.