Product Comparison: Tamron AF 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD vs Tamron AF 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD


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General Specifications
Brand
Tamron
Tamron
Model
AF 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD
AF 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 DI III RXD lens is designed for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras and achieves all of the benefits of a fast f/2.8 aperture in an ultra wide-angle zoom lens.
The 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD is an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that combines superb image quality with outstanding portability and is the lightest and smallest size in its class.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Sony E
Canon EF / Nikon F
Maximum Aperture
2.8 /f
2.8 /f
Minimum Focal Length
17 millimeters
17 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
28 millimeters
35 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Tamron AF 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E Cameras
  • Aperture is fast, autofocus works wonders, and the build quality is fantastic.
  • The lens has great focal range.
  • So sharp, lightweight, pretty small and such a great focal range for landscape.
  • Focus is incredibly fast, and at f/8 and beyond you're gonna get a sharp image across the frame.
  • The images are clear and going to f2. 8 makes this a great lens for me.
Tamron AF 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD Camera Lens
  • It really is a very good lens. Great aperture.
  • Good image quality, great focal length.
  • Excellent optical quality, very good brightness at a very reasonable price.
  • I like this focal length and the aperture.
  • Sharp, rich colors in all apertures.
Size & Weight
Height
2.87 in.
3.3 in.
Width
2.87 in.
3.3 in.
Depth
3.9 in.
3.6 in.
Weight
14.8 oz.
16.2 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Tamron AF 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E Cameras
  • Amazing lens and compact for travel.
  • I like the the weather seal and compact size.
  • I love the sharpness, autofocus, weight and size of this lens.
  • Small size and good price.
  • Pretty light, sturdy for a mostly plastic casing.
Tamron AF 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD Camera Lens
  • Lightweight to carry, good range, nice bokeh.
  • It is lightweight so shooting without a tripod is not a problem.
  • A great and lightweight lens.
  • Very well balanced and a very comfortable weight.
  • Lightweight and well built lens!
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
7.5 in.
11 in.
Field Of View
103°41' - 75°23'
FX 103°41' - 63°26' / DX 78°46' - 43°29'
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
No
What customers say about "Imaging"
Tamron AF 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E Cameras
  • Lens takes amazingly sharp images. The auto focus is quick, and accurate.
  • Great landscape lens. It is sharp with a fast, quiet and smooth autofocus.
  • The lens is sharp, autofocus is fast and accurate.
  • The autofocus is fast and the image quality is top shelf.
  • The manual focus ring is very tight to use.
Tamron AF 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD Camera Lens
  • Focus is quick and consistent even in low-light.
  • It focuses quickly and accurately and the colours are reasonably accurate.
  • AF works very well in combination with the D610.
  • Good autofocus and lens quality.
  • The focus speed is super.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Sony
Canon / Nikon
Sensor Type Compatibility
FX Format / DX Format
FX Format / DX Format
Lens Groups and Elements
13 Elements in 11 Groups
15 Elements in 10 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
9
7
Filter Diameter
67 millimeters
77 millimeters
Extras
Fast Hybrid AF, Direct Manual Focus, Fluorine Coating, Moisture-resistant construction, Circular aperture
Circular aperture, Fluorine Coating, Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism, Moisture-resistant construction, TAP-in Console™
What customers say about "Features"
Tamron AF 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E Cameras
  • For the price it provide a good quality and is weather sealed.
  • I love this lens as it's nicely price, lightweight and takes colorful sharp images.
  • It is a well built lens that has good image quality.
  • The lens is amazing. Perfectly built.
  • I highly recommend it, the color rendition is top notch.
Tamron AF 17-35mm F/2.8-4 Di OSD Camera Lens
  • The images appear sharp, clear and have good colour.
  • This lens is a real surprise, very sharp and contrasty.
  • The construction is good.
  • Amazingly good is the contrast of the lens.
  • The lens is very bright, well made and feels good.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
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