Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro vs Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4 (Beercan)
Both are Sony A telephoto zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro if
- You need more reach: 300mm vs 210mm at the long end
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.95 m vs 1.1 m
Pick the Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4 (Beercan) if
- Our notes say it suits: Telephoto on A-mount, portraits on film, adapted use
Spec differences
12 differences| Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro | Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4 (Beercan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Tamron
|
Minolta
|
| Format |
not listed
|
Full frame
|
| Focal length |
70-300mm
|
70-210mm
|
| Weight |
not listed
|
695 g
|
| Length |
not listed
|
152 mm
|
| Filter thread |
62 mm
|
55 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.95 m
closer
|
1.1 m
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.25×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
7
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
12 elements / 9 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
screw-drive
|
| Released |
not listed
|
1985
|
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony A both
- Type
- Telephoto Zoom 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
Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4 (Beercan)
A constant f/4 telephoto zoom nicknamed the Beercan for its shape. It weighs about 695 g and takes 55mm filters.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Sharp for its age
- Compact for a 70-210mm
- 55mm filters
Cons
- Screw-drive AF
- No stabilization
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