Tamron SP F045 35mm
Tamron
92 Overall Score
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO 90mm
OM System
83 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Tamron SP F045 35mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 17 reviews
The Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, bright aperture, and beautiful bokeh. Users praise its optical performance, often preferring it over native Nikon and Canon alternatives. A few concerns about compatibility with mirrorless adapters and minor chromatic aberration are noted, but the overall sentiment is highly favorable.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Bright f/1.4 aperture
- Beautiful bokeh
- Excellent build quality
- Great value for money
Cons
- Bulky with mirrorless adapter
- Heavy for mirrorless use
- Minor chromatic aberration wide open
- Compatibility issues with FTZ adapter
- No image stabilization
Sharpness 5
Bokeh 4
Build quality 3
Aperture brightness 3
Compatibility with adapters 4
Chromatic aberration 2
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO 90mm
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Specifications
| Tamron SP F045 35mm | OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO 90mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 90 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 90 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 18 |
| Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 4★ | — |
| Coating | BBAR-G2 Coating, Fluorine Coating | ZERO coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/3.5 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.81 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 7 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm | 224 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5 | 2:1★ |
Pros & Cons
Tamron SP F045 35mm
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO 90mm
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong optical (79th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Tamron SP F045 35mm
Scores 92 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
