Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro vs Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro

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

Tamron

AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro

f/4

Full specs

Sigma

70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro

f/4545 gin body

Full specs

Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.95 m vs 1.5 m

Pick the Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

10 differences

Specifications that differ between the Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro and the Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
	Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro	Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
Brand	Tamron	Sigma
Type	Telephoto Zoom	Macro
Format	not listed	Full frame
Weight	not listed	545 g
Filter thread	62 mm	58 mm
Min focus distance	0.95 m closer	1.5 m
Max magnification	not listed	0.25×
Aperture blades	not listed	9
Optical design	not listed	14 elements / 10 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	in body

4 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony A both
Focal length: 70-300mm both
Max aperture: f/4 both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro

The Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro is a full-frame telephoto zoom lens covering 70-300mm at f/4-5.6 for Sony A mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Our notes

Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro

The Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro is a full-frame macro zoom lens covering 70-300mm at f/4-5.6 for Sony A mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.