The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR and the Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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.
Filter Threads
Both the Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR and the Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR have the same Filter thread size of 62mm.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR has the Pentax KAF lens mount whereas the Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Pentax K-3 III Mono, Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF 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 AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR is also available in the Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Sony Alpha and Pentax KAF mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
28-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.8 - F5.6.