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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
Specifications that differ between the Tamron E 28-75mm F2.8-2.8 and the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
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
10 identical specs hidden: brand, mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, filter thread, aperture blades, image stabilization, weather sealing. Show all
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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