The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD and the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8 with a length of 90mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8 has a larger diameter of 81mm compared to the Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD's 80mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD weighs 540g, which means it is 105g (16%) lighter than the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8 which has a weight of 645g.
Filter Threads
The Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8 has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8:
Lens Mounts
Both the Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD and the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8 has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD is also available in Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
45mm but while Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Canon TS-E 45mm f2.8's widest aperture value is
F2.8.