Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM 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.
Verdict at a glance
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF is faster by 1.4 stops (f/3.5 vs f/5.6), letting in more light.
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF goes wider (18mm vs 100mm).
- Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM reaches further (400mm vs 300mm).
| Spec | RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM | 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 100-400mm | 18-300mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/5.6 | f/3.5 (faster) |
| Released | 2021 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 9 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 12 | n/a |
| Weight g | 635.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | n/a |
| Length mm | 164.7 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 79.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.88 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.41 | n/a |
Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM
A telephoto zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with image stabilization and a light build for its range.
Pros
- Light (635 g)
- Image stabilization
- Long range
- Compact
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Not an L-series build
- Less sharp than L lenses
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.