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Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD vs Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM

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Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD vs Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD and Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM, two Wideangle Prime lenses from Tamron and Sony. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 35mm focal range and a max aperture of F1.8 so they are very comparable in this regard. One major difference between these two lenses is that the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD has a max format size coverage of 35mm FF, on the other hand the Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM has a max coverage of APS-C / DX.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD Key Specs

  • 35mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 450g.
  • Diameter: 80mm
  • Length: 81mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.2m
  • Max Magnification:0.4x

Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM Key Specs

  • 35mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 55mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 170g.
  • Diameter: 70mm
  • Length: 52mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.23m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

What type of photography are the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD and Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD and the Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM
Bird/WildlifePoorFair
SportsPoorAverage
PortraitAverageExcellent
TravelAverageGood
StreetExcellentVery Good
WeddingAverageExcellent
Walk AroundAverageGood
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeVery GoodGood
MacroGoodFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 81mm. The Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM with a length of 52mm is 29mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD also has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM's 70mm diameter.

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. Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM weighs 170g, 62% (280g) lighter than the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD's weight of 450g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Prime Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Prime Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony 35mm F1.4 G Lens Sony 35mm F1.4 G
76mm
69mm 510g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony 28mm F2.8 Lens Sony 28mm F2.8
43mm
66mm 185g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony 24mm F2 SSM Carl Zeiss Distagon T Lens Sony 24mm F2 SSM CZ
76mm
78mm 555g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Lens Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM
94mm
77mm 665g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony 20mm F2.8 Lens Sony 20mm F2.8
54mm
78mm 285g Amazon B&H Photo
Rokinon 14mm f2.8 IF ED MC Lens Rokinon 14mm f2.8
96mm
87mm 552g Amazon B&H Photo
Rokinon 24mm f1.4 Aspherical Lens Rokinon 24mm f1.4
mm
83mm 580g Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical Lens Samyang 14mm F2.8
96mm
87mm 552g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD and Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM has the same Sony Alpha lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony Alpha lenses are Sony A99 II, Sony A68 and Sony A77 II.

Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD is also available in Canon EF and Nikon F (FX) mounts.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 35mm and the fastest aperture of F1.8.

Reasons to choose Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD over Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM

Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.2m vs 0.23m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.4x vs 0.2x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM over Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD

Weight 170g vs 450g 280g lighter
Diameter 70mm vs 80mm 10mm smaller in diameter
Length 52mm vs 81mm 29mm shorter
Filter Thread 55mm vs 67mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find

Common Strengths of Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD and Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing



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Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD vs Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Sony
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Wideangle Prime Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Sony Alpha Sony Alpha
Max Format 35mm FF APS-C / DX
Focal Range 35mm 35mm
Image Stabilization Yes No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F1.8 F1.8
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 10 6
Optical Groups 9 5
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.2m 0.23m
Max Magnification 0.4X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal Rear
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Unknown Yes
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 450g 170g
Diameter 80mm 70mm
Length 81mm 52mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Unknown
Filter Thread 67mm 55mm
Filter Notes - does not rotate on focus
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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