Lens Comparison
Tamron 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD vs Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Macro
Key Differences
- Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Macro has a better max magnification (1x vs 0.19x).
- Tamron 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD has a better min focus distance (19 cm vs 29 cm).
- Tamron 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD has a better weight (420g (14.8 oz) vs 500g (1.10 lb)).
- Tamron 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD has a better length (99mm vs 117mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 17-28mm | 90mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/32 |
| 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 | RXD | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 19 cm | 29 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x | 1x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $799 | $799 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 73mm | 74mm |
| Length | 99mm | 117mm |
| Weight | 420g (14.8 oz) | 500g (1.10 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
