Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 vs Tamron 17-70mm F2.8 for Fuji X-Mount | Which is Better?

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  • Опубликовано: 16 июл 2024
  • Photographer Dustin Abbott compares the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DN with the Tamron 17-70mm F2.8 VC to determine which makes more sense as a third party standard zoom on Fuji X. Visit the galleries on dustinabbott.net: tinyurl.com/18-50DNvs17-70VC
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    Table of Contents:
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    0:00​ - Intro to Lenses
    2:50 - Shared strengths
    3:30 - Shared weaknesses
    4:00 - Reasons to Choose Sigma
    8:20 - Reasons to Choose Tamron
    12:00 - Recommendations
    14:40 - Image Quality Deep Dive
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Комментарии • 78

  • @o2mpx
    @o2mpx 5 месяцев назад +9

    Kudos to your Fuji videos that analyze newer 3rd party, and hopefully Fuji’s own (albeit older designs), on their 40mp sensor. Assembling a wide/mid/tele zoom kit for landscape, your videos are of high interest, and not being done by many reviewers out there. Thanks for your efforts. Subscribed!

  • @neutrinostorm
    @neutrinostorm 5 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you Dustin for this once again very good comparison of two lenses, both of which have their right to exist. I decided on the Tamron 17-70 9 months ago, but I only had the Sony ZV-E10 without IBIS. Today with the a6700 the Tamron 150-500 usually remains on the expensive body and the ZV-E10 still has the 17-70. This means I can usually get by without changing lenses.

  • @stefpix
    @stefpix 5 месяцев назад +4

    Great overview. I have both lenses for Sony. I feel that the Tamron is a more versatile lens. The stabilization is great for video. I use it on assignments. the wider zoom range is noticeable in some situations. I bought the Sigma for the small size, as a carry everywhere compact solution. One practical downside is that the zoom turns opposite as any other zoom I have for Sony APSC and Nikon FF (the systems I use), which goes against my "muscle memory" in street photography. I wish Sigma would have made the barrel turn the same direction as the system it is for. I find the Tamron more consistent center to edge. But I love the Sigma's small size, close focus. buying both when there are rebates is cheaper than the Sony 16-55 f2.8, which I eventually sold after getting the Tamron, as image stabilization was more important than a slightly higher IQ.

  • @richyw959
    @richyw959 5 месяцев назад +13

    Now all we need to know is how they compare with the Fuji 16-55. A used Fuji lens is pretty close in price to the Tamron. Thanks.

    • @nengzhao8100
      @nengzhao8100 2 месяца назад

      and how they compare with the Fuji 16-80.

  • @parmanduke
    @parmanduke 5 месяцев назад +5

    I've had both and the extra reach of the Tamron won out. Both are fantastic.

  • @simonmaney3438
    @simonmaney3438 3 месяца назад +2

    Thanks for these comprehensive reviews Dustin.
    The Tamron might be too big for some, but absolutely deserves credit for its consistent image sharpness, out to the corners and across the range. A rare thing.

  • @robertcudlipp3426
    @robertcudlipp3426 5 месяцев назад +2

    The Sigma for me. Tbh, am something of a Sigma apsc fan, however for me, the form size won out, moreso for travelling.
    Both are clearly class units.

  • @christerappelgren1665
    @christerappelgren1665 5 месяцев назад

    Great, thank you!

  • @JohnIvoryMusic
    @JohnIvoryMusic 13 дней назад

    Thank you for this video, very informative!!!

  • @willemdebeer2507
    @willemdebeer2507 5 месяцев назад +4

    I personally have the Sigma have 17-50mm f2.8 EX HSM for my Canon 90D and it's my favorite lens for street photography. No complaints at all.

    • @willemdebeer2507
      @willemdebeer2507 3 месяца назад

      @@solid477 yip, that is why I sometimes just put my Yongnuo 35mm f2 on. I am really happy with the performance and the camera remains light and nible. Similar to when you have the 50mm on. But that crop factor makes a bit of a pain in tight places for street photography in my opinion.

  • @bluezurich
    @bluezurich 4 месяца назад

    I've been very happy with the Siggy on my XT5. IQ, weight & size are all better than expected.

  • @jonnyfarmer
    @jonnyfarmer 3 месяца назад

    Very good review.

  • @paul6x9
    @paul6x9 3 месяца назад +3

    I wish Sigma would release a 50-140mm f2.8 to pair with their 18-50mm. While the cost would likely be less than the Fuji version, I really hope they could pull of a lighter lens as well!

  • @lionheart4424
    @lionheart4424 5 месяцев назад +2

    Amazing comparisson Dustin. Tony Northrup pointed out that the Sigma's minimum distance is better for when you have to take the ring shots.
    But that longer reach of the Tamron is really useful and with VC can be better for low light static subjects.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  4 месяца назад +1

      Both things are true. They each have unique strengths and weaknesses.

  • @johansphoto
    @johansphoto 4 месяца назад +4

    A homerun for the Sigma. I am not in aps-c to have ff size lenses. The price and magnification are also big advantages.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  4 месяца назад +1

      It's interesting how different the perspectives are in response to this video. Goes to show the challenge that lens designers face - people's priorities are wildly different.

    • @gtbr8134
      @gtbr8134 3 месяца назад

      Agreed, why would you buy an aps-c camera/lens that has equivalent size , weight and cost of full frame , make no sense.

  • @just8say8yeah
    @just8say8yeah 5 месяцев назад +2

    What I did choose is tamron 17-70mm for sony
    I hope there other version of aps-c 70 - 180mm 2.8

    • @neutrinostorm
      @neutrinostorm 5 месяцев назад +2

      I'm also hoping for a Sigma or Tamron 70-150 specifically for aps-c or, as far as I'm concerned, up to 180 if it stays at an F 2.8. That would close the gap to my Tamron 150-500!

  • @fejulegacy
    @fejulegacy 4 месяца назад +2

    Sold the Fuji 16-55mm and went with the Sigma. Size,weight & image quality is fantastic.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  4 месяца назад +1

      I'm just starting a comparison between the two plus the 18-55mm

    • @MartinHarvey
      @MartinHarvey 2 месяца назад +1

      I might be joining you!

  • @Sanemancured
    @Sanemancured 3 месяца назад

    I have the Tamron incoming for my X-H2. It’ll replace my 16-80 as a travel lens. I want to better exploit the 40Mp while having a one lens does everything solution. I have primes for other occasions.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  3 месяца назад +1

      The Tamron isn't small, but that big zoom range is very, very useful as a one lens solution.

  • @RazorBlade86
    @RazorBlade86 26 дней назад +1

    You did not mention anything about the fact that Sigma lens is not weather sealed, when Tamron is. So for someone who shoots frequently outdoors and has a weather sealed body, it can be a game changer.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  26 дней назад +1

      The Sigma is sealed at the mount (it has a gasket), but yes, the Tamron has internal seals and a more thorough sealing overall.

  • @leonthesleepy
    @leonthesleepy 11 дней назад +1

    Sigma if you want compact, tamron if you dont mind the extra size

  • @alexsamuel9480
    @alexsamuel9480 4 месяца назад

    Can you make a comparison video like you did with sigma and tamron telephoto f2.8 lens
    Sigma and tamron
    All wide angle and standard zoom lens of f2.8
    Or
    Can you recommend which one to go for
    Standard zoom
    sigma art 24-70 f2.8 /
    sigma contemporary 28 - 70 f2.8 /
    Tamron 28 - 75 f2.8 G2 /
    Tamron 20 - 40 f2.8
    Wide angle sigma 16 - 28 f2.8 /
    Tamron 17 28 f2.8

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  4 месяца назад

      That's a lot of lenses! Unfortunately I can't make that video because I don't have any of those lenses on hand at the moment.

  • @giandeguzman6402
    @giandeguzman6402 2 месяца назад

    Sir, do you think we can manage handheld videos for Sigma on an IBIS body

  • @samson40a
    @samson40a 2 месяца назад +1

    Even more relevant is how they compare to the just announced Fuji 16-50

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Месяц назад +2

      I definitely plan to take a look at the 16-50 and have high hopes that it is designed around the higher resolution sensor.

    • @longboardfella5306
      @longboardfella5306 15 дней назад

      From reviews so far the IQ of the new Fuji kit zoom is great. BUT it stops down fast from f2.8 as soon as you zoom even a little bit so is going to be overall on the slow side for light

  • @johnnyway8667
    @johnnyway8667 Месяц назад

    Which of these two is better for video manual focusing?

  • @Sanemancured
    @Sanemancured 3 месяца назад

    Again, thank you. I’ve just watched the end appraisal.

  • @lifewiththree01
    @lifewiththree01 3 месяца назад

    Which lense do you use?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  3 месяца назад +2

      I've owned both of these lenses, and decided to keep the Sigma. That small form factor means it is more likely that I will bring it along.

    • @lifewiththree01
      @lifewiththree01 3 месяца назад

      @@DustinAbbottTWI what about Sony FE 20mm

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  3 месяца назад

      @@lifewiththree01 I'm confused - you've commented on a Fuji video. If you're asking about Sony, I don't use either of these lenses. I actually own full frame bodies for Sony E Mount

  • @matangox
    @matangox 5 месяцев назад +1

    I never understood the "warping". It's so stupid. What causes that? If it is in camera corrections, you should be able to turn it off.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  4 месяца назад

      I went through the menu and couldn't find a way to turn off a distortion correction.

  • @WestVillage-vv3hg
    @WestVillage-vv3hg 5 месяцев назад +3

    The Sigma 18-50mm makes more sense to me, because it feels like an APS-C lens. It's meaningfully smaller than Sigma's own 28-70mm f/2.8 for full frame, for example.
    The Tamron 17-70mm is larger than even some 24-105mm f/4's for full frame. Maybe for APS-C only shooters, it makes sense, but for anyone else who also runs a full frame system, there just isn't any advantage to it, except maybe price.

    • @simonmaney3438
      @simonmaney3438 3 месяца назад

      'Maybe for APS-C'. Well, that is what it is for - a quality 24(ish) - 105 equivalent for crop.

    • @Josh-ow4gc
      @Josh-ow4gc 3 месяца назад

      @@simonmaney3438I said maybe for “APS-C only” shooters. Many of us shoot both, w the APS-C system as a lighter alternative. I see very little reason to choose the 17-70 over a 24-105mm.

    • @simonmaney3438
      @simonmaney3438 3 месяца назад

      @@Josh-ow4gcSure, I run Canon crop and FF systems and it is unlikely I would put a Tamron 17-70 on my crop camera (if I could!) over my FF and 24-105.
      However, I imagine many Fuji owners stick within the system meaning FF lenses are out of the question.
      In this context I see the Tamron as a great option, even if it is on the 'big' side.

  • @AufKohleGeboren
    @AufKohleGeboren Месяц назад

    Interesting, in Germany I can order the Tamron for about the same price as the Sigma, they’re both 550 euro on Amazon at the moment

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Месяц назад

      Both are good lenses, though with different strengths.

    • @AufKohleGeboren
      @AufKohleGeboren Месяц назад +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI that’s correct and with the difference of about 200 euros I would maybe go for the sigma but for the same price I would definitely go for the Tamron, the image quality especially at the wider angles is definitely better. Sice and weight can’t compromise that for me. Especially if you own a Fuji with the new 40 MP sensor.

  • @bigdave1885
    @bigdave1885 4 месяца назад

    Yes the Tamron give extra range....but its massive!.

  • @Elgsdyr
    @Elgsdyr 5 месяцев назад +1

    Something apparently went haywire with the Tamron samples slideshow at 13:15.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  5 месяцев назад

      Hmmm, must be a local issue. I don't see it when I play it here on RUclips, and no one else has mentioned it.

    • @Elgsdyr
      @Elgsdyr 5 месяцев назад

      @@DustinAbbottTWI You don't see pictures layered on top of each other? The actual problems start at 13:30.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  5 месяцев назад

      I don't.@@Elgsdyr

    • @Elgsdyr
      @Elgsdyr 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI That's weird. I've cleared the browser cache and tried another browser with the same result. Same with the RUclips-app on my Samsung tablet. The problem continues at 13:36. Are you watching on RUclips or your local video file? Could be a problem with the RUclips encoder.

    • @Elgsdyr
      @Elgsdyr 5 месяцев назад

      Oh, you did mention you watched it on RUclips. Hmmm... Must be a problem with RUclips regional caching.

  • @gabrielwong1833
    @gabrielwong1833 12 дней назад

    I spy Brookstreet Hotel!! 12:30

  • @Princeton_James
    @Princeton_James 4 месяца назад +2

    Crap. I just bought the Sigma today. I dont care about the size id ratger get much better range.

  • @HagaishiSama
    @HagaishiSama Месяц назад

    I'm shocked that the Tamron performance is different on fuji compared to the Sony ver

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Месяц назад +1

      The Fuji 40MP is the most demanding that I've ever tested on. Only the very sharpest lenses really look strong on it, and that includes very, very few zoom lenses.

    • @HagaishiSama
      @HagaishiSama Месяц назад

      @DustinAbbottTWI Wow so is high Mp sensors all like that or only Fuji? Do you think if Sony made a apsc 40mp sensor it would be just as demanding?
      I never knew this. Thabk you for teaching me that

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Месяц назад

      It's hard for me to say, as I find Fuji's X-trans sensors a little difficult anyway. But I also found that Canon's 33MP APS-C sensor was pretty tough on glass.