The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon TS-E 90mm F2.8L Macro and the Tamron 90mm F2.8 VC Macro for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 90mm F2.8 VC Macro weighs 609g, 33% (306g) lighter than the Canon TS-E 90mm F2.8L Macro's weight of 915g.
Filter Threads
The Canon TS-E 90mm F2.8L Macro has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Tamron 90mm F2.8 VC Macro has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon TS-E 90mm F2.8L Macro:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Tamron 90mm F2.8 VC Macro:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon TS-E 90mm F2.8L Macro and the Tamron 90mm F2.8 VC Macro 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 90mm F2.8 VC Macro is also available in Sony Alpha and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
90mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.