Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM 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
- Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM is faster by 0.6 stops (f/2.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM goes wider (15mm vs 18mm).
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF reaches further (300mm vs 35mm).
| Spec | RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM | 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 15-35mm (wider) | 18-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/3.5 |
| Released | 2019 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 12 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 16 | n/a |
| Weight g | 840.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 82 | n/a |
| Length mm | 126.8 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 88.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.28 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.21 | n/a |
Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM
A wide-angle zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a constant f/2.8 aperture and image stabilization, for landscape, event and video work.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- Sharp across the frame
Cons
- Heavy for a wide zoom (840 g)
- 82mm filter thread
- 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.