Tamron
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Sony E Mount
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 — 70–180mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
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
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Wins
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- A70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- 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 855 g)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Length (120 mm vs 170 mm)
- 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 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 supports it
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 supports it
Reasons to choose the 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
500 g vs 855 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
120 mm vs 170 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 81 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.