Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Pentax Limited Series 23010 40mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 is widely praised as a versatile, all-in-one zoom lens that delivers exceptional sharpness and fast autofocus across its entire range. Many users, including professional event and wedding photographers, have replaced multiple primes or zooms with this single lens, citing its f/2-2.8 aperture and 35-150mm reach as ideal for portraits, sports, and travel. The main drawbacks are its significant weight and size, with some noting it can be tiring for handheld use, and a few isolated complaints about packaging or slow focus for moving subjects. Overall, it is considered a game-changer for those who value convenience and image quality.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile 35-150mm focal length
- Bright f/2-2.8 aperture
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- No tripod collar included
- Slow focus for moving subjects
- Some vignetting at longer focal lengths
- Packaging issues on delivery
Pentax Limited Series 23010 40mm
The Pentax HD DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR lens is highly praised for its superb build quality, sharpness, and beautiful color rendition. Users love it as a versatile walk-around lens for street photography and landscapes, especially on APS-C bodies like the K-3. The main drawbacks are its variable aperture and a price that many feel is too high for the performance gain over kit lenses.
Pros
- Superb build quality
- Excellent sharpness
- Beautiful color rendition
- Weather resistant
- Versatile focal range for street and landscape
Cons
- Variable aperture (f/2.8-4)
- High price for performance gain
- Limited zoom range
- Not as wide as some kit lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD | Pentax Limited Series 23010 40mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 9 |
| Groups | 15 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | BBAR-G2 Coating, Fluorine Coating | HD coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 2-2.8 | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Pentax K |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.17 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD | DC |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 330 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.55 | 1:5 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average build (24th percentile)
Pentax Limited Series 23010 40mm
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong macro (73rd percentile)
Pricing
Pentax Limited Series 23010 40mm offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
