Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II vs Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
Both are Sony E mount zooms for telephoto and portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II | Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 35-100mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II covers 70-200mm and the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD covers 35-100mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS IISee price on Amazon
Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXDSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II and the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD?
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is 35-100mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II and Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 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).
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