Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E vs Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount)

Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E

Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E

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Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount)

Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount)

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Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E vs Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount)

When comparing Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount) and Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E, which one is better?

1. Lens Mount Comparison

These two lenses use the same lens mount, the Sony E. This means that both lenses are compatible with cameras that use this mount.

Winner: Tied

Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.

2. Largest Aperture Comparison

The Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 2 - 2.8 compared to the 2.9 aperture of Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount). This means that you get more light to your sensor using Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.

Winner: Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E

Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.

3. Anamorphic Comparison



Winner: Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount)

Regarding anamorphic: Anamorphic lenses are usually used on cinema cameras and squeezes the image when its recorded, which gives the final, stretched out, image oval bokeh and a different angle of view. The most common lenses, however, are not anamorphic but spherical, which gives a spherical bokeh and is a much cheaper lens design.

4. Lens Type Comparison

The Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E is a Zoom lens while the Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount) is a Prime lens. Whether or not a zoom lens or a prime lens is what you need, is up to you to decide; they both have their respective strengths and weaknesses.

Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear

Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.

5. Stabilization Comparison

Neither Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E or Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount) feature built-in image stabilization.

Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature

Regarding image stabilization: When a lens features built-in stabilization, it will actively help you hold the image steady by adjusting the optical elements inside the lens to compensate for movements. Do remember that lens stabilization is not required, but it may be suitable depending on your specific needs.

6. Autofocus Comparison

In regards to autofocus, the winner is Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E since the other lens in this comparison, the Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount) does not have autofocus at all — it is a manual focus lens.

Winner: Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E

Regarding autofocus: Lenses with autofocus help you focus when shooting pictures or video. If a lens only has manual focus it means that you have to focus manually by adjusting the focus wheel on the lens. Most cinema lenses do not use autofocus and are manual focus only.

7. Macro Comparison

Neither Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E or Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount) are macro lenses.

Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature

Regarding macro: Macro lenses can focus much closer to your subjects and might be suitable when photographing flowers, insects, wildlife and nature.

8. Weather Seal Comparison

Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E features a weather sealed design while Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount) does not. This means that Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E is a much better choice if you know that you'll use the lens in harsh environments, where moist, rain or dust is present.

Winner: Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E

Regarding weather seal: A lens that is weather sealed will perform better over time if you're using the lens in harsh conditions where it's wet or dusty. It may not matter if you're merely using your lens in a studio or in your home.


Specifications

Full specifications table of Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Sony E and Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame (Sony E Mount):

Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount)
Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony ESirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount)

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BrandTamronSirui
Weight1165 gMissing
Lens MountSony ESony E
Focal Length35 - 150 mm50 mm
Largest Aperture2 - 2.82.9
AnamorphicNoYes
TypeZoomPrime
Aperture Range2 - 22Missing
Aperture Blades9Missing
Lens Groups15Missing
Lens Elements21Missing
Image StabilizationNoNo
ParfocalYesMissing
AutofocusEvetHayır
MacroNoNo
Weather SealYesNo
Full Frame CoverageMissingYes


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Tamron AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD - Sony E and Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame - (Sony E Mount) was last updated on December 19, 2024.