Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm
Tamron SP A025E 70-200mm
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm
This lens receives high praise for its sharpness and build quality. Users report it as an excellent complement to other Fujifilm GF lenses, with one reviewer noting it was hard to find in stock. Overall sentiment is very positive, though the sample size is small.
Pros
- Tack sharp images
- Excellent build quality
- Great complement to 45-100mm f4 zoom
Cons
- Difficult to find in stock
- Long waitlist time
Tamron SP A025E 70-200mm
The Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 G2 is overwhelmingly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value compared to the Canon equivalent. Users highlight its superb build quality and versatility for sports, portraits, and low-light photography. A minor caveat is that the VC switches can be accidentally bumped during shooting, but this does not detract from the overall positive experience. Most reviewers consider it a no-brainer purchase, saving significant money without sacrificing image quality.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent value for money
- Superb build quality
- Versatile for sports and portraits
Cons
- VC switches easily bumped accidentally
- Slightly more vignetting than Canon
- Heavy and requires tripod for long use
- Price could be lower in some markets
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm | Tamron SP A025E 70-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 20 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 23 |
| Groups | 10 | 17 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 4★ | — |
| Coating | Nano GI coating | eBAND Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm G | Canon EF |
| Format | medium-format | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.72 kg★ | 2.10 kg |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm★ | 950 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.14x | 1:6.1★ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (69th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
- Below average social proof (35th percentile)
Tamron SP A025E 70-200mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
Tamron SP A025E 70-200mm offers 3.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
