Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD vs Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC
Both are Sony E mount zooms for travel and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD | Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 18-300mm | 18-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD covers 18-300mm and the Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC covers 18-200mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXDSee price on Amazon
Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VCSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD and the Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC?
The Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD is 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom, APS-C; the Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC is 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD and Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC 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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