Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS vs Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD
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 | Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS | Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 10-18mm | 17-50mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/4 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS covers 10-18mm and the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD covers 17-50mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSSSee price on Amazon
Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXDSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS and the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD?
The Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS is 10-18mm f/4 zoom, APS-C; the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD is 17-50mm f/4 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS and Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III 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). Note the Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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