Sigma Sports 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports 200mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Sigma Sports 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports 200mm
The Sigma 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports Lens receives high praise for its superb image quality, fast autofocus, and beautiful bokeh, making it ideal for weddings and portraits. Users note its weight is comparable to other 70-200 f/2.8 lenses but manageable, and the stabilization performs well. The only recurring complaint is that Sony E-mount limits burst rate to 15 fps. The lens lacks teleconverter compatibility, which is clarified in Q&A.
Pros
- Superb image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Beautiful bokeh
- Effective image stabilization
- Great for weddings and portraits
Cons
- Relatively heavy
- 15 fps burst limit on Sony E-mount
- No teleconverter compatibility
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
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
| Sigma Sports 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports 200mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 200 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 20 |
| Groups | 14 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Nano Porous & Super Multi-Layer Coatings | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.82 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 105 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA-Driven High-Speed AF Motor | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.70 m | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.6 | 1:3.8 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Sports 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports 200mm
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average social proof (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average build (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (33rd percentile)
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD offers 26.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
