Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC vs Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC and Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro.
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Product |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Name | Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC | Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Manufacturer | Tamron | Tamron |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Release Year | 2007 | 2006 |
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| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Lens Type | Superzoom | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Canon EFNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Motor Type | No information | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 49 cm | 95 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 28 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Construction | 18 elements / 13 groups | 13 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Focal Length | 28-300 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 272 mm | 230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VC |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Length | 99 mm | 116 mm |
| Weight | 555 gr | 435 gr |
Other |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | DA20 | DA17 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Model A20 | There is a version with build in autofocus motor, for Nikon cameras. Check ”Options” |