Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
Canon
75 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
Tamron
98 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
88 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Weight and portability 6
Low light performance 5
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Specifications
| Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 18 | 17 |
| Groups | 14 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.70 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM0.163score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm0.141score per dollar
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
Scores 98 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
