The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 and the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 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 Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 with a length of 151mm, is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 and Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 and the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 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. Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 weighs 960g, 17% (205g) lighter than the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8's weight of 1165g.
Filter Threads
Both the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 and the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 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 Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 has the Leica L lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Sony E mount.
Focal Range
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 .
On the other hand, the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 has a focal range of 28-45mm and 1.6X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42 - 67.5mm .
