Lens Comparison
Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE vs Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Key Differences
- Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE has a better min focus distance (21 cm vs 33 cm).
- Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE has a better weight (795g (1.75 lb) vs 1165g (2.57 lb)).
- Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD has a better maximum aperture (f/2 vs f/2.8).
- Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE has a better length (127.5mm vs 157.8mm).
- Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE has a better max magnification (0.25x vs 0.12x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 24-70mm | 35-150mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 18 | 22 |
| Optical Groups | 14 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | STM | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 21 cm | 33 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x | 0.12x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $999 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 88mm | 89.8mm |
| Length | 127.5mm | 157.8mm |
| Weight | 795g (1.75 lb) | 1165g (2.57 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






