Lens Comparison
Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD vs Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Key Differences
- Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4.5).
- Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD has a better price (msrp) ($699 vs $999).
- Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD has a better weight (620g (1.37 lb) vs 855g (1.88 lb)).
- Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 has a better min focus distance (52 cm vs 70 cm).
- Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD has a better length (148.5mm vs 165.6mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50-300mm | 70-180mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 18 | 22 |
| Optical Groups | 14 | 18 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | 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 | VXD | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 70 cm | 52 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 0.25x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 79.4mm | 80mm |
| Length | 148.5mm | 165.6mm |
| Weight | 620g (1.37 lb) | 855g (1.88 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
