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Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 vs Vivitar 24mm f/2.8 Wide Angle

Both are Canon FD prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.5 vs f/2.8)

Pick the Vivitar 24mm f/2.8 Wide Angle if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

8 differences
Specifications that differ between the Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 and the Vivitar 24mm f/2.8 Wide Angle
Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 Vivitar 24mm f/2.8 Wide Angle
Brand
Tamron
Vivitar
Format
Full frame
not listed
Max aperture
f/2.5 ⅓ stop faster
f/2.8
Filter thread
55 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.25 m
not listed
Optical design
10 elements / 9 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
Image stabilization
No
not listed
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
Mount
Canon FD both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
24mm both

Our notes

Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2

A 24mm f/2.5 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens, the Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is designed for Canon FD mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Vivitar 24mm f/2.8 Wide Angle

This 24mm f/2.8 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens from Vivitar fits Canon FD mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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