Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
What Buyers Say
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
The Tamron 10-24mm lens receives mostly positive feedback for its ultra-wide field of view, sharpness, and value compared to Canon alternatives. Users praise its versatility for landscapes and portraits, though some note autofocus can be slow and noisy. A few negative reviews highlight reliability issues, including a lens that stopped working and warranty problems with third-party sellers. Overall, it is seen as a solid budget-friendly wide-angle option for amateur and semi-pro photographers.
Pros
- Ultra-wide field of view
- Good value for money
- Sharp images
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for landscapes and portraits
Cons
- Slow and noisy autofocus
- Variable aperture
- Reliability issues reported
- Warranty problems with third-party sellers
- Plastic construction
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
The Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM lens is a notable upgrade from the kit 18-55mm, offering a constant fast aperture, silent autofocus, and superior image quality. Users praise its sharpness, bokeh, and build, though they note it is heavier and bulkier. A few refurbished units had minor scratches or early malfunction, but overall the lens is highly recommended for Sony Alpha APS-C cameras.
Pros
- Constant F2.8 aperture
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Excellent image sharpness and contrast
- Pleasing bokeh
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Some units have early malfunctions
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Moderate flare issue
- Limited zoom range to 50mm
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 9 |
| Groups | 9 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 6★ | 4 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | LD Aspherical | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/10 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-4.5 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Micro Motor | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 240 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x | 0.215x★ |
Pros & Cons
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
