Tamron SP 35-80mm f/2.8-3.8 Adaptall-2 vs Tamron SP 135mm f/2.5 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 135mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Verdict at a glance
- Tamron SP 135mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is faster by 0.3 stops (f/2.5 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Tamron SP 35-80mm f/2.8-3.8 Adaptall-2 is lighter by 24g.
- Tamron SP 35-80mm f/2.8-3.8 Adaptall-2 goes wider (35mm vs 135mm).
- Tamron SP 135mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 reaches further (135mm vs 80mm).
- Tamron SP 35-80mm f/2.8-3.8 Adaptall-2 is the newer design (1980 vs 1979).
| Spec | SP 35-80mm f/2.8-3.8 Adaptall-2 | SP 135mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron | Tamron |
| Mount | Tamron Adaptall | Tamron Adaptall |
| Type | Zoom | Telephoto |
| Focal length | 35-80mm (wider) | 135mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.5 (faster) |
| Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 8 | 4 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 9 | 4 |
| Weight g | 386 (lighter) | 410 |
| Filter mm | 62 | 58 |
| Length mm | 76.5 | 84.0 |
| Diameter mm | 64.5 | 68.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.27 (closer focusing) | 1.2 |
Tamron SP 35-80mm f/2.8-3.8 Adaptall-2
A fast vintage standard zoom from Tamron's SP range. It weighs about 386 g, uses a 62mm filter and focuses as close as 0.27 m.
Pros
- Fast f/2.8-3.8
- Compact
- Interchangeable mounts
- Close focus 0.27 m
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Variable aperture
- Aged coatings
Tamron SP 135mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
A well-regarded vintage 135mm telephoto prime weighing about 410 g, with a 58mm filter thread. It focuses as close as 1.2 m.
Pros
- f/2.5
- Light at about 410 g
- Sharp optics
- Interchangeable mounts
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Aged coatings can flare
- Needs an Adaptall-2 mount adapter