Tamron Di III VC 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Tamron
74 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
98 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
85 out of 100 high confidence 60 reviews
The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 G2 is widely praised for its sharpness, lightweight design, and excellent value compared to pricier OEM alternatives like the Sony 70-200mm GM II. Users highlight fast autofocus, effective image stabilization, and solid build quality, making it a favorite for sports, wildlife, and everyday telephoto shooting. A few concerns include the lack of a 200mm reach, potential dust ingress on the extending front, and isolated reports of gray market units without full warranty. Overall, it delivers professional-grade results at a fraction of the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Lightweight and portable design
- Excellent value for money
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
Cons
- Lacks 200mm reach of competitors
- Extending front element may collect dust
- Gray market units without full warranty
- Not parfocal
- Incompatible with teleconverters
Sharpness 18
Value for money 15
Weight and portability 14
Autofocus performance 12
Image stabilization 8
Build quality 10
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 180 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 20 |
| Groups | 15 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 4 | 5★ |
| Coating | BBAR-G2 | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.85 kg | 0.61 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm | 170 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.6 | 1:2 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (78th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong macro (88th percentile)88th %ile
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Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
