Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
The Tamron 16-300mm lens is praised for its incredible versatility, combining wide-angle, macro, and telephoto capabilities in a compact package. Users highlight its convenience for travel and hiking, allowing them to capture a wide range of subjects without changing lenses. However, some reviewers note compromises in image quality, including softness at long focal lengths and chromatic aberration, which can often be corrected in post-processing. Build quality is generally considered good, though a few users mention zoom creep and autofocus inconsistencies.
Pros
- Incredible zoom range (16-300mm)
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent versatility for travel
- Good macro capability
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Softness at long focal lengths
- Chromatic aberration (fringing)
- Zoom creep when held vertically
- Autofocus inconsistencies in low light
- Heavy weight for some users
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm
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Scores
Specifications
| Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 20 |
| Groups | 12 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 5★ |
| Coating | multiple layers of coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Piezo Drive | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 390 mm | 170 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.9 | 1:2 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron All-In-One Zoom AFB016C-700 16-300mm
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong aperture (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong bokeh (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 300mm offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
