Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-W 35mm f/2 vs Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Adaptall-2
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Tamron
35mm f/2.8 Adaptall-2
Verdict at a glance
- Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-W 35mm f/2 is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | OM Zuiko Auto-W 35mm f/2 | 35mm f/2.8 Adaptall-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Olympus | Tamron |
| Mount | Olympus OM | Olympus OM |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 7 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 8 | n/a |
| Weight g | 240 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 55 | n/a |
| Length mm | 42.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 60.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.3 | n/a |
Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-W 35mm f/2
A fast, small manual 35mm from the OM line, weighing about 240 g. It focuses as close as 0.3 m.
Pros
- f/2 aperture
- Compact
- Close focus 0.3 m
- Metal build
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Vignetting wide open
- Old coatings flare
Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Adaptall-2
A 35mm f/2.8 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens, the Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Adaptall-2 is designed for Olympus OM mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.