Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM vs Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Tamron
18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
Verdict at a glance
- Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM is faster by 0.6 stops (f/2.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF goes wider (18mm vs 28mm).
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF reaches further (300mm vs 70mm).
| Spec | RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM | 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 28-70mm | 18-300mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/3.5 |
| Released | 2024 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 12 | n/a |
| Af motor | STM | n/a |
| Elements | 15 | n/a |
| Weight g | 495.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | n/a |
| Length mm | 92.2 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.27 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.24 | n/a |
Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM
A compact f/2.8 standard zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with stabilization and stepping-motor autofocus.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Small and light (495 g)
- Image stabilization
Cons
- Starts at 28mm
- Narrower range than a 24-70
- Relies on digital corrections
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF: a superzoom lens with a 18-300mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-6.3, made for Canon RF mount cameras. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.