When comparing Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E and Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM, which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM which weighs 524 g, compared to the loser Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E which weighs 1165 g.
Winner: Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM
Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.
Full specifications table of Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM and Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E:
Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM | Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E | |
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Brand | Sony | Tamron |
Weight | 524 g | 1165 g |
Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Focal Length | 35 mm | 35 - 150 mm |
Largest Aperture | 1.4 | 2 - 2.8 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 27 cm | Missing |
Type | Prime | Zoom |
Stabilization | No | No |
Parfocal | Yes | Yes |