Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 vs Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
Both are Sony E mount zooms for telephoto and sports & action — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 70-180mm | 150-500mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/5-6.7 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 covers 70-180mm and the Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD covers 150-500mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Check the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 and the Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD?
The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 is 70-180mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD is 150-500mm f/5-6.7 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 or the Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD?
The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5-6.7 of the other.
Do the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 and Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD 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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