Tamron E 28-75mm F2.8-2.8 vs 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Both are Sony E zoom lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the E 28-75mm F2.8-2.8 if
- Our notes say it suits: Everyday and travel, casual events, video
Pick the 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 if
- You prefer a newer design: released 2021 vs 2018
Spec differences
8 differences| E 28-75mm F2.8-2.8 | 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight |
550 g
|
540 g
|
| Length |
117.8 mm
|
117.6 mm
|
| Diameter |
73 mm
slimmer
|
75.8 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.19 m
|
0.18 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
0.35×
|
0.37×
larger
|
| Optical design |
15 elements / 12 groups
|
17 elements / 15 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
RXD
|
VXD
|
| Released |
2018
|
2021
|
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- Brand
- Tamron both
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Zoom both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 28-75mm both
- Max aperture
- f/2.8 both
- Filter thread
- 67 mm both
- Aperture blades
- 9 both
- Image stabilization
- No both
- Weather sealing
- Yes both
Our notes
Tamron E 28-75mm F2.8-2.8
Tamron's compact 28-75mm f/2.8 standard zoom for Sony full-frame mirrorless. It is lighter than Sony's own f/2.8 zooms.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Light and small
- Covers a useful standard range
Cons
- Starts at 28mm
- No built-in stabilization
Our notes
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
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