Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD vs Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD | Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 17-28mm | 12-24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD covers 17-28mm and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G covers 12-24mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXDSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 GSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G?
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD is 17-28mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G is 12-24mm f/4 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD or the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G?
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD and Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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