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Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary vs Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Sigma 28–70mm f/2.8 is 70 g lighter. Tamron 28–75mm f/2.8 has a longer reach.
The Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is a 28–70mm f/2.8 zoom, and the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 is a 28–75mm f/2.8 zoom. On paper they trade blows, with 2 advantages each.
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Key differences
Why is the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary better than the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2?
- 70 g lighter (470 g vs 540 g)
- 16 mm shorter (101.5 mm vs 117.6 mm long)
Why is the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 better than the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary?
- Longer reach (75mm vs 70mm)
- Focuses 1 cm closer (0.18 m vs 0.19 m)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary has the edge: it is 70 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary has the edge: it is 70 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary | Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28–70mm | 28–75mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Standard zoom lens | Zoom lens |
| Format | Full Frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 470 g (1.04 lbs) ◆ | 540 g |
| Dimensions | 72.2 mm (diameter) x 101.5 mm (length) | 117.6 x 75.8 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.19 m (7.5 in) at wide end | 0.18 m ◆ |
| Maximum magnification | 0.3x | — |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes (dust and splash resistant) | Yes |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 9 (rounded) | 9 |
| Optical construction | 16 elements in 12 groups | 17 elements / 15 groups |
| Filter size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, L-Mount | Sony E, Nikon Z |
| Released | — | 2021 |
| Price | — | $899 launch price |
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Size
- A · Sigma
- B · Tamron
- 101.5 × 72.2 mm
- 117.6 × 75.8 mm
The Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 is 16 mm longer and 70 g heavier than the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary.
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Sample frames
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary
Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary or the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2?
- The Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary weighs 470 g, 70 g less than the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (540 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary or the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2?
- The Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 focuses down to 0.18 m, against 0.19 m for the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary.
- Do the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary and the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary or the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary has the edge: it is 70 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary or the Tamron 28-75 mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 better for travel?
- For travel, the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary has the edge: it is 70 g lighter to carry.
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