Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
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
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
This 35mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and lightweight build, making it a versatile choice for both photo and video work. Users highlight its excellent value, especially when bundled with Lumix bodies, and its ability to produce clean images in low light. However, one verified review warns of extreme distortion when used with the Ronin 4D gimbal, which may be a dealbreaker for videographers relying on straight lines.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Lightweight and compact build
- Excellent value for money
- Great low-light performance
Cons
- Extreme distortion with Ronin 4D
- Requires lens profile for raw correction
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 11 |
| Groups | 13 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | fluorine coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 240 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:4.55 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
