Tamron
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
Sony E Mount
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD — 35–150mm f/2-2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
Tamron
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
Sony E Mount
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO — 90mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$649
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD is 7 months newer.
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Wins
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
Wins
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has higher Max magnification (1 × vs 0.25 ×)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Weight (500 g vs 1165 g)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Length (120 mm vs 213 mm)
- A35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2 vs f/2.8)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 38 cm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
500 g vs 1165 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
120 mm vs 213 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
Pros
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.