Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 -A VC VXD 29-480mm
Tamron
65 Overall Score
vs
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
7Artisans
65 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 -A VC VXD 29-480mm
No customer feedback yet
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Image quality 5
Autofocus performance 4
Low light performance 2
Build quality 5
Weight and portability 2
Video suitability 2
Scores
Video Cinema
Portrait
Budget
Macro
Wildlife Sports
Street
Professional
Travel
Landscape
Specifications
| Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 -A VC VXD 29-480mm | 7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | — | 11 |
| Groups | — | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | — | 0.43 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 400 mm |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 -A VC VXD 29-480mm
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average optical (19th percentile)19th %ile
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 -A VC VXD 29-480mm0.103score per dollar
vs
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm0.646score per dollar
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm offers 6.3x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 -A VC VXD 29-480mm wins 4 specs while 7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm wins 5.
