Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
Canon
36 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
98 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
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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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Specifications
| Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 210 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Groups | 8 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 5-7.1 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 730 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong versatility (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 10 of 22 specs.