Tamron 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 vs Tamron SP 70-210mm f/3.5 Adaptall-2
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
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SP 70-210mm f/3.5 Adaptall-2
Verdict at a glance
- Tamron 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is faster by 1 stop (f/2.5 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Tamron 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 goes wider (28mm vs 70mm).
- Tamron SP 70-210mm f/3.5 Adaptall-2 reaches further (210mm vs 28mm).
| Spec | 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 | SP 70-210mm f/3.5 Adaptall-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron | Tamron |
| Mount | Tamron Adaptall | Tamron Adaptall |
| Type | Prime | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 28mm (wider) | 70-210mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.5 (faster) | f/3.5 |
| Released | 1979 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 7 | 15 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 7 | 16 |
| Weight g | 180 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 49 | 58 |
| Length mm | 37.5 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 64.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.25 (closer focusing) | 0.75 |
Tamron 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
A 28mm f/2.5 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens, the Tamron 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is designed for Tamron Adaptall mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Tamron SP 70-210mm f/3.5 Adaptall-2
A constant-aperture vintage telephoto zoom with a 58mm filter thread. It focuses as close as 0.75 m.
Pros
- Constant f/3.5
- Close focus 0.75 m
- Interchangeable mounts
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Aged coatings can flare
- Needs an Adaptall-2 mount adapter