The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L and the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III 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 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L with a length of 101mm, is 16mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L and Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L and the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III 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. Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L weighs 450g, which means it is 100g (18%) lighter than the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III which has a weight of 550g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a 67mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III 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.
Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 L has a focal range of 16-28mm and
1.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
24 - 42mm .
On the other hand, the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a focal range of 28-75mm and 2.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42 - 112.5mm .
