The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II and the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 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. Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II is the longer of the two lenses at 200mm. The Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 with a length of 194mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 88mm.
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. Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II weighs 1045g, which means it is 455g (30%) lighter than the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 which has a weight of 1500g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II and the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
