Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS vs Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD
Both are Fujifilm X mount zooms for everyday and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS | Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 13-33mm | 18-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS covers 13-33mm and the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD covers 18-300mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OISSee price on Amazon
Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXDSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS and the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD?
The Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS is 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom, APS-C; the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD is 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Do the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS and Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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