Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
Thypoch
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
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
Thypoch
This lens is praised for its internal zoom, compact build, and value, with many users preferring it over pricier Sony options. It delivers sharp images up to 40mm, but at 50mm it can be soft, and autofocus is not the fastest or quietest. Overall, it's a solid budget-friendly choice for travel and video work.
Pros
- Internal zoom design
- Compact and lightweight
- Great value for money
- Sharp up to 40mm
- Beautiful bokeh and sunstars
Cons
- Soft at 50mm
- Autofocus not fast or silent
- Not for pixel-peepers
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm | Thypoch | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 16 |
| Groups | 13 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | fluorine coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 10★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg★ | 0.90 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:4.63 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Thypoch
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong versatility (74th percentile)
- Strong macro (69th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD 300mm offers 5.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
