Canon FDn 28mm f/2.8 vs Tamron SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Tamron
SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Verdict at a glance
- Tamron SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is faster by 0.3 stops (f/2.5 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Canon FDn 28mm f/2.8 is lighter by 10g.
| Spec | FDn 28mm f/2.8 | SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon FD | Canon FD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 28mm | 28mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.5 (faster) |
| Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 7 | 7 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 7 | 7 |
| Weight g | 170 (lighter) | 180 |
| Filter mm | 52 | 49 |
| Length mm | 40.0 | 37.5 |
| Diameter mm | 63.0 | 64.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.3 | 0.25 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.13 | n/a |
Canon FDn 28mm f/2.8
A 28mm f/2.8 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens, the Canon FDn 28mm f/2.8 is designed for Canon FD mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Tamron SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
A 28mm f/2.5 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens, the Tamron SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is designed for Canon FD mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.