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Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF vs Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM

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Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD

Standard Zoom | Canon EF

Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF
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Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM

Standard Zoom | Canon EF

Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
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Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD vs Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD and Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM, two Standard Zoom lenses from Tamron and Sigma. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 17-50mm focal range and a max aperture of F2.8 so they are very comparable in this regard.

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 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD Key Specs

  • 17-50mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 430g.
  • Diameter: 74mm
  • Length: 82mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.27m
  • Max Magnification:0.22x

Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM Key Specs

  • 17-50mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 565g.
  • Diameter: 84mm
  • Length: 92mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

What type of photography are the Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD and Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD and the Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageAverage
PortraitVery GoodVery Good
TravelVery GoodVery Good
StreetVery GoodVery Good
WeddingVery GoodVery Good
Walk AroundVery GoodVery Good
VloggingVery GoodVery Good
LandscapeVery GoodVery Good
MacroFairFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD with a length of 82mm is 10mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM also has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD's 74mm 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. Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD weighs 430g, which means it is 135g (23%) lighter than the Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM which has a weight of 565g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Canon EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM Lens Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM
107mm
84mm 670g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 35-80mm f4.0-5.6 III Lens Canon 35-80mm f4.0-5.6 III
64mm
65mm 175g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM
113mm
89mm 805g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 28-80mm f3.5-5.6 V USM Lens Canon 28-80mm f3.5-5.6 V USM
71mm
67mm 220g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens Canon 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM
97mm
78mm 540g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM Lens Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM
121mm
78mm 810g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM Lens Canon 24-70mm f2.8L USM
124mm
83mm 950g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 24-70mm f4L IS USM Lens Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM
93mm
83mm 600g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD and Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3.

Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD is also available in Nikon F (DX) , Sony Alpha and Pentax KAF mounts.

Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM is also available in Pentax KAF3 , Sony Alpha, Sigma SA and Nikon F (DX) mounts.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 17-50mm and the fastest aperture of F2.8.

Reasons to choose Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF over Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM

Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 430g vs 565g 135g lighter
Diameter 74mm vs 84mm 10mm smaller in diameter
Length 82mm vs 92mm 10mm shorter
Filter Thread 67mm vs 77mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Minimum Focus Distance 0.27m vs 0.28m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.22x vs 0.2x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM over Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF

Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds

Common Strengths of Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF and Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF and Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming
Weather Sealing No vs No not safe under rain and dust



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Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 XR II LD vs Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Sigma
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Standard Zoom Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Canon EF Canon EF
Max Format APS-C / DX APS-C / DX
Focal Range 17-50mm 17-50mm
Image Stabilization No Yes
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom - -
Zoom Lock Yes -
Zoom Ratio 2.9X 2.9X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Min Aperture F32.0 F22.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 7 7
Optics
Optical Elements 16 17
Optical Groups 13 13
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.27m 0.28m
Max Magnification 0.22X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual No
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown No
Physical Specs
Weight 430g 565g
Diameter 74mm 84mm
Length 82mm 92mm
Materials Unknown Metal mount
Weather Sealing Unknown No
Filter Thread 67mm 77mm
Filter Notes - Does not rotate on focusing
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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