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Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL vs Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD

Both are Sony E lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/3.5)

Spec differences

16 differences
Specifications that differ between the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL and the Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD
Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD
Brand
Voigtlander
Tamron
Type
Prime
Macro
Format
not listed
Full frame
Max aperture
f/3.5
f/2.8 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
not listed
630 g
Length
not listed
126.5 mm
Diameter
not listed
79.2 mm
Filter thread
not listed
67 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.23 m
Max magnification
not listed
1×
Aperture blades
not listed
12
Optical design
not listed
15 elements / 12 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
VXD
Image stabilization
not listed
No
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
Released
not listed
2024
2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Focal length
90mm both

Our notes

Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL

A 90mm f/3.5 short-telephoto prime lens, the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with apochromatic correction. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.

Our notes

Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD

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