Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM vs Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF is faster by 0.7 stops (f/3.5 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM goes wider (15mm vs 18mm).
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF reaches further (300mm vs 30mm).
| Spec | RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM | 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 15-30mm (wider) | 18-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.5 | f/3.5 (faster) |
| Released | 2022 | n/a |
| Blades | 7 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | n/a |
| Af motor | STM | n/a |
| Elements | 13 | n/a |
| Weight g | 390.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | n/a |
| Length mm | 88.4 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 76.6 | n/a |
Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
A wide-angle zoom for Canon RF full-frame bodies with stabilization and a stepping motor. Small and light.
Pros
- Compact and light (390 g)
- Image stabilization
- STM focusing
- 67mm filter thread
Cons
- Slow variable aperture
- Less sharp than the L zooms
- Relies on in-camera correction
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF: a superzoom lens with a 18-300mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-6.3, made for Canon RF mount cameras. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.