Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z 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 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z is faster by 0.6 stops (f/2.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF goes wider (18mm vs 24mm).
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF reaches further (300mm vs 105mm).
| Spec | RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z | 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 24-105mm | 18-300mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/3.5 |
| Released | 2023 | n/a |
| Blades | 11 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 18 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 23 | n/a |
| Weight g | 1330.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 82 | n/a |
| Length mm | 199.0 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 88.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.08 | n/a |
Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z
Canon's standard zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture, image stabilization and an internal zoom design, introduced in 2023. It is aimed at hybrid shooters who work in both stills and video.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 across a wide range
- Image stabilization
- Barrel length stays fixed when zooming
- Sealed construction
Cons
- Heavy at about 1.3kg
- Large 82mm filter thread
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.