The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 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. Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L is the longer of the two lenses at 199mm. The Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 with a length of 158mm, is 41mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 89mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Size and Weight 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 35-150mm F2-2.8 weighs 1165g, 12% (165g) lighter than the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L's weight of 1330g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 have the same Filter thread size of 82mm .
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Nikon Z mount.
Focal Range
Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L has a focal range of 24-105mm and
4.4X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
38.4 - 168mm .
On the other hand, the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 has a focal range of 35-150mm and 4.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5 - 225mm .
