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Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
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Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS

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Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8

Telephoto Zoom | Sony E

Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
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Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 vs Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two lenses with different focal types: Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 for the E Mount is a Telephoto Zoom lens with a 35-150mm focal range and a max aperture of F2-2.8 whereas the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS for the E Mount is a Standard Zoom lens with a 28-135mm focal range and max aperture of F4.0.

We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the following section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.

Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Key Specs

  • 35-150mm Focal Range
  • F2-2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 82mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 1165g.
  • Diameter: 89mm
  • Length: 158mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.33m
  • Max Magnification: 0.17x

Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS Key Specs

  • 28-135mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 95mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 1215g.
  • Diameter: 105mm
  • Length: 163mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.4m
  • Max Magnification: 0.15x

What type of photography are the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 and Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS lenses good for?

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 Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS
Bird/WildlifeAverageAverage
SportsGoodGood
PortraitGoodVery Good
TravelAverageFair
StreetAverageAverage
WeddingGoodGood
Walk AroundAverageFair
VloggingFairFair
LandscapeAverageFair
MacroPoorPoor


Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS is the longer of the two lenses at 163mm. The Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 with a length of 158mm, is 5mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS also has a larger diameter of 105mm compared to the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8's 89mm diameter.

The weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 weighs 1165g, which means it is 50g (4%) lighter than the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS which has a weight of 1215g.


Lens Mounts

Both the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 and the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7C Mark II, Sony A7CR and Sony A6700.

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.
Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS has a focal range of 28-135mm and 4.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42 - 202.5mm.

Reasons to choose Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD over Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS

Focal Length - Tele 150mm vs 135mm 15mm more Tele coverage
Max Aperture - Wide 2 vs 4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at tele end
Weight 1165g vs 1215g 50g lighter
Diameter 89mm vs 105mm 16mm smaller in diameter
Length 158mm vs 163mm 5mm shorter
Filter Thread 82mm vs 95mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Minimum Focus Distance 0.33m vs 0.4m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.17x vs 0.15x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS over Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD

Focal Length - Wide 28mm vs 35mm 7mm Wider coverage
Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Tripod Collar Yes vs No More balanced connection with Tripod Heads
Optical Zoom 4.80x vs 4.30x More flexible focal coverage
Internal Zoom Yes vs No Length of the lens doesn't change during zooming
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens

Common Strengths of Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD and Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust




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Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 vs Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Sony
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Telephoto Zoom Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 35-150mm 28-135mm
Image Stabilization No Yes
Colour Black black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No Yes
Zoom Lock Yes -
Zoom Ratio 4.3X 4.8X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2-2.8 F4.0
Min Aperture F16–22 F22.0
Aperture Ring No Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 21 18
Optical Groups 15 12
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.33m 0.4m
Max Magnification 0.17X 0.15X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Linear Motor Stepper motor
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 1165g 1215g
Diameter 89mm 105mm
Length 158mm 163mm
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread 82mm 95mm
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code - ALC-SH135
Tripod Collar No Yes
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