Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2L USM 70-28mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 is widely praised as a versatile, all-in-one zoom lens that delivers exceptional sharpness and fast autofocus across its entire range. Many users, including professional event and wedding photographers, have replaced multiple primes or zooms with this single lens, citing its f/2-2.8 aperture and 35-150mm reach as ideal for portraits, sports, and travel. The main drawbacks are its significant weight and size, with some noting it can be tiring for handheld use, and a few isolated complaints about packaging or slow focus for moving subjects. Overall, it is considered a game-changer for those who value convenience and image quality.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile 35-150mm focal length
- Bright f/2-2.8 aperture
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- No tripod collar included
- Slow focus for moving subjects
- Some vignetting at longer focal lengths
- Packaging issues on delivery
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2L USM 70-28mm
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Specifications
| Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD | Canon RF 28-70mm f/2L USM 70-28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 19 |
| Groups | 15 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | BBAR-G2 Coating, Fluorine Coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 2-2.8 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon RF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.16 kg★ | 1.43 kg |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 330 mm★ | 390 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.55★ | 0.18x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong aperture (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2L USM 70-28mm
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (77th percentile)
- Below average build (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
