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Fotasy M3517 35mm f/1.7 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.

Verdict at a glance

  • Fotasy M3517 35mm f/1.7 is faster by 1.1 stops (f/1.7 vs f/2.5), letting in more light.
  • Tamron SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 goes wider (28mm vs 35mm).
  • Fotasy M3517 35mm f/1.7 reaches further (35mm vs 28mm).
Specification comparison
Spec M3517 35mm f/1.7 SP 28mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Brand Fotasy Tamron
Mount M42 M42
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 35mm 28mm (wider)
Max aperture f/1.7 (faster) f/2.5
Released n/a 1979
Format n/a full-frame
Groups n/a 7
Af motor n/a none
Elements n/a 7
Weight g n/a 180
Filter mm n/a 49
Length mm n/a 37.5
Diameter mm n/a 64.5
Min focus m n/a 0.25

Fotasy M3517 35mm f/1.7

Fotasy M3517 35mm f/1.7: a fast manual-focus wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.7, made for M42 mount cameras. 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 M42 mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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