Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
Tamron
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Sony E Mount
An incredibly popular third-party zoom updated with vastly improved sharpness and autofocus.
$899
Launch priceReleased Aug 2021
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II is 2 months newer.
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Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Wins
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher OIS effectiveness (4.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- B28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 has lower Min focus distance (18 cm vs 40 cm)
- B28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 has lower Weight (540 g vs 1045 g)
- B28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 has lower Length (118 mm vs 200 mm)
- B28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 has higher Max magnification (0.37 × vs 0.3 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
The verdict
The $1,900 price gap separates a compact standard zoom from a telephoto lens featuring 4.5 stops of integrated optical image stabilization.
Choose the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II if you need to capture distant action, as its 200mm maximum focal length and 4 XD Linear Motors are designed for high-speed subject tracking.
Choose the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 if you want a versatile, lightweight walk-around lens, as it weighs only 540g and features a 0.37x maximum magnification for detailed close-up work at an 18cm minimum focus distance.
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
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Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical, 1 Super ED…
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
4.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II supports it
Reasons to choose the 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 LD, 2 GM
- ✓
Min focus distance
18 cm vs 40 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
540 g vs 1045 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
118 mm vs 200 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
76 mm vs 88 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.37 × vs 0.3 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Pros
- ✓Superb value for money compared to first-party options
- ✓Excellent sharpness throughout the range, even at f/2.8
- ✓Very lightweight and compact (only 540g)
- ✓Fast VXD linear motor focus drive
- ✓Customizable lens functions via Tamron Lens Utility software
Cons
- –Starts at 28mm instead of the wider 24mm standard
- –Slightly weaker corner sharpness at 75mm wide open
- –Weather sealing is basic compared to Sony GM lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.