Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
What Buyers Say
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users find it excellent for both photo and video, with many noting a noticeable upgrade over older models. A few Q&A entries raise concerns about internal movement when the lens is off or detached, but the majority of reviewers are extremely satisfied.
Pros
- Incredibly sharp images
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for both photo and video
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Internal movement when lens is off or detached
- Uncertainty about long-term durability
- Loose internal part raises concern
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
Scores
Specifications
| Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 5 | 20 |
| Groups | 4 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | Multicoated Optical Glass | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/5.6 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 1.04 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.50 m | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average optical (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
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
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm offers 5.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 21 specs.
