Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD vs Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
Both are Sony E mount zooms for telephoto and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD | Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 70-300mm | 50-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.5-6.3 | f/4.5-6.3 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD covers 70-300mm and the Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD covers 50-300mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXDSee price on Amazon
Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXDSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD and the Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD?
The Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD is 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 zoom, full-frame; the Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD is 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD and Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 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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