Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm
What Buyers Say
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
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm
The Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 lens receives high praise for its build quality, sharpness, and value for money, especially on APS-C cameras like the Sony a6400 and Nikon Z50. Users highlight its sturdy construction and excellent image quality, with one reviewer calling it the best bang for your buck in wide-angle APS-C lenses. However, a Q&A warns that using it on a full-frame camera may cause vignetting and distortion.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Sharp images and videos
- Great value for money
- Sturdy and high-quality feel
- Fast autofocus
Cons
- Vignetting on full-frame cameras
- Distortion on full-frame cameras
- No aperture ring
- Limited to APS-C sensor size
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 16 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 14 |
| Groups | 13 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | fluorine coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 13★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.38 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | STM |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.5x |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong optical (73rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
