Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS vs Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Both are Sony E mount zooms for everyday and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS | Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24-70mm | 28-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/4-7.1 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS covers 24-70mm and the Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD covers 28-300mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSSSee price on Amazon
Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXDSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS and the Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD?
The Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS is 24-70mm f/4 zoom, full-frame; the Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD is 28-300mm f/4-7.1 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS and Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 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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