Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF vs Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF and Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Name | Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF | Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Tamron |
| SKU | SAL135F28 | B008 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2010 |
| Release Date | 2006-06-05 | |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Superzoom |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Mount | Sony A | Canon EF-SNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Autofocus (AF) |
Note. See below for further informationNo Manual focus only |
Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | N/ANo | Yes |
| Motor Type | N/A | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 87 cm | 49 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | |
Aperture |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F6,3 at 270 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | No information |
Optics |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Construction | 8 elements / 6 groups | 16 elements / 13 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Focal Length | 135 mm | 18-270 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
252 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VC |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Length | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Weight | 730 gr | 450 gr |
Other |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
Tamron 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | DA18 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Manual focus only | Model B008 |