Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD § 03 Head to head
Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD vs Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4
Tamron 35mm f/1.4 is 369 g lighter. Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 has a physical aperture ring.
The Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD is a 35mm f/1.4 prime, and the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 is a 35mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD 
Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 01
Key differences
Why is the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD better than the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4?
- 369 g lighter (805 g vs 1174 g)
- 24 mm shorter (102.3 mm vs 126 mm long)
- Newer design (2019 vs 2015)
Why is the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 better than the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD?
- Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD has the edge: it is 369 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD has the edge: it is 369 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD | Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Standard prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 805 g (28.40 oz) ◆ | 1174 g (2.59 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 80.9 x 102.3 mm | 85 mm (diameter) x 126 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.30 m (11.81 inches) | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.22x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes (manual) |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Optical construction | 14 elements in 10 groups | 14 elements in 11 groups |
| Filter size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F | Canon EF, Nikon F |
| Released | 2019 | 2015 |
| Price | $899.99 launch price | — |
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Size
- A · Tamron
- B · Zeiss
- 102.3 × 80.9 mm
- 126 × 85 mm
The Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 is 24 mm longer and 369 g heavier than the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD.
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Sample frames
Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD
Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4?
- The Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD weighs 805 g, 369 g less than the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 (1174 g).
- Do the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD and the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD has the edge: it is 369 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 better for travel?
- For travel, the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.4 Di USD has the edge: it is 369 g lighter to carry.
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