Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD vs Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD | Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 20-40mm | 10-20mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD covers 20-40mm and the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G covers 10-20mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD and the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G?
The Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is 20-40mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G is 10-20mm f/4 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD or the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G?
The Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD — 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 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD and Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ 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). Note the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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