Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 28-300mm super-zoom wins praise for its lightweight design, versatile focal range, and solid image quality. Users appreciate the compact build and smooth zoom mechanism, but note the slow aperture and trade-offs in sharpness compared to more expensive zooms. Verified reviewers find it an ideal travel lens that pairs well with Sony bodies.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Versatile 28-300mm focal range
- Smooth zoom ring operation
- Compact build for travel
- Good integration with Sony bodies
Cons
- Small maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Reduced sharpness vs. premium zooms
- Not an internal zoom lens
- Slow autofocus at high fps on some bodies
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
This Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and compact size, making it a favorite for portraits and macro-like shots. Users highlight its lightweight design and excellent image quality, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value for Micro Four Thirds photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Compact and lightweight
- Great for portraits
- Fast and quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Price considered high by some
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 45 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 9 |
| Groups | 13 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | fluorine coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 37 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.8★ | 0.11x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.