Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL V335930BW000 150-600mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
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
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL V335930BW000 150-600mm
This super-telephoto zoom lens is praised for its exceptional sharpness and background blur, rivaling even prime lenses like the 300mm f4. Users love it for wildlife photography, noting it delivers impressive bokeh at 600mm and great value for its reach. However, the lens is heavy, bulky, and poorly balanced on modern M4/3 bodies, with an awkward I/S switch that can accidentally turn off. Despite these ergonomic drawbacks, most reviewers consider it a top all-around choice for wildlife, especially at its price point.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Great background blur/bokeh
- Excellent for wildlife
- Good value for reach
- Impressive at 600mm
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Poor balance on M4/3 bodies
- Awkward I/S switch placement
- Too long at short end (300mm equiv)
- Requires high shutter speed
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm | OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL V335930BW000 150-600mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 150 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 600 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 25 |
| Groups | 13 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 6★ |
| Coating | fluorine coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/6.3 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | 5.0-6.3 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg★ | 2.06 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 95 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 7 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 560 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.7x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL V335930BW000 150-600mm
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (68th percentile)
- Below average build (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm offers 7.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
