Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD vs Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD | Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 17-28mm | 16-28mm |
| 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 Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD covers 17-28mm and the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 covers 16-28mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Check the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD and the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8?
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD is 17-28mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 is 16-28mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD and Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 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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