Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD vs Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE
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 | Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD | Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 20-40mm | 24-60mm |
| 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 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD covers 20-40mm and the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE covers 24-60mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXDSee price on Amazon
Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD and the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE?
The Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is 20-40mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE is 24-60mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD and Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE 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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