Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD 300mm
Tamron
98 Overall Score
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Canon L-series EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM 14mm
Canon
45 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD 300mm
78 out of 100 high confidence 70 reviews
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
Versatility 25
Image quality 20
Image stabilization 8
Weight and size 10
Autofocus performance 9
Build quality 7
Canon L-series EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM 14mm
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Specifications
| Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD 300mm | Canon L-series EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM 14mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 14 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 14 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 14 |
| Groups | 5 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating | Super Spectra Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | 6 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.62 kg★ | 0.65 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | USM |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 200 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 300mm
- 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)
Canon L-series EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM 14mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (71st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD 300mm
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
