The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 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. Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 158mm. The Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L with a length of 155mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L has a larger diameter of 93mm compared to the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8's 89mm 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 35-150mm F2-2.8 weighs 1165g, 3% (41g) lighter than the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L's weight of 1206g.
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 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 Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L has the Leica L 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 Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 is also available in Nikon Z mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35-150mm and the fastest aperture of
F2-2.8.
