Tamron SP AF 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro vs Pentax smc Pentax-A* 85mm f/1.4
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax smc Pentax-A* 85mm f/1.4 is faster by 2 stops (f/1.4 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Pentax smc Pentax-A* 85mm f/1.4 goes wider (85mm vs 90mm).
- Tamron SP AF 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro reaches further (90mm vs 85mm).
| Spec | SP AF 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro | smc Pentax-A* 85mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron | Pentax |
| Mount | Pentax K | Pentax K |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 90mm | 85mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Filter mm | 55 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.29 | n/a |
Tamron SP AF 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro
A 90mm f/2.8 full-frame macro lens, the Tamron SP AF 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series. A 1:1 macro lens that also works well for portraits.
Pentax smc Pentax-A* 85mm f/1.4
This 85mm f/1.4 fast short-telephoto prime lens from Pentax fits Pentax K mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.