Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Review - EPIC UPGRADE!

Checking out the amazing new version of one of the best selling Sony Emount lenses ever, The Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Review.
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0:00 Intro & Specs
1:00 Build & Features
3:03 Value
3:25 Performance
6:46 Sharpness & Optics
9:10 Conclusion & Pros & Cons
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[@StefanMalloch]

Are you upgrading?

[@Richie5]

I didn't have the original. But I got the new version yesterday and used it today during a day long special event. The lens performed great even in low light (one of the main reasons I bought it was for the constant 2.8 aperture). The zoom range is very useful. I still have to check the results on a computer. Hopefully the results will be good.

[@JZPhotography]

I have the original lens, I'm not going to upgrade unless I get a good deal on my lens.

[@DranzerR]

Nope, I'll go for 70-180 maybe...

[@GaryBox]

I won't upgrade. Most of the changes aren't that relevant. The button is nice to have. The original was able to focus pretty close, this new one being able to focus closer isn't much use when the corners are so soft, might as well just pony up for a macro lens. The newer focus motors would be something that might convince me to switch on something like a large telephoto zoom but at these focal lengths the old motors were fine. The fact they kept price decent means anyone who doesn't own original should get this but there isn't any reason for owners of existing model to sell theirs. I think Tamron would have done better to use their time on either a 24-70 f2.8 or maybe making a completely different lens like a macro or maybe a fast 50mm prime at decent price.

[@JZPhotography]

@@DranzerR the 70-180 is nice. I like it.

[@calbarton]

exactly what i've been waiting for. thank you sir!!

[@BarelyAverageDude]

I was just about to order the Gen 1, thank you for putting this on my radar!

[@TMTM_81]

Great work and cutting skills, it's simply fun to watch!

[@StefanMalloch]

Thanks my friend

[@GTphotofilm]

Excellent review. My concern also it’s the usbc port hope don’t get problems in the future. I recently sold the version 1 but was waiting some reviews of the G2. Thanks for every detail of it and the sample photos.

[@TamronVids]

Hi there, the port is weather sealed just like a cell phone port, so no worries!

[@chryseass.5143]

Why do I want this when I have never had a complaint about the original version??! That focus set button seems very interesting and the colour cast has definitely improved. Looks like a solid upgrade and the auto focus looks fantastic!

[@JohnDennery]

Looks so good but I’ve been hiking a ton and always wanting more reach. I think I’ll grab the 28-200 for now and pick this up later on

[@kevinparker8923]

Your video has me sold!

[@HDBnB1]

would love to see this lens vs the sigma 24-70 2.8

[@VincenzoDeVirgilio]

Looking for the same test before going for one of the two, please link me if you get any useful answer.

[@ben_dixon]

@@VincenzoDeVirgilio me too!

[@DrewProject]

Or even the sigma 28-70…

[@GaryJahman]

Looks pretty sweet! I do think that G1 owners do not need to upgrade at all. The changes are too minor. At least for me. Great job as always Stefan!

[@TECHSOME]

Awesome review. Can you review compare it to the sigma 28-70 c lens?

[@KeAiFu]

Will buy it, together with the A7 IV.

[@zoxtoPictures]

Actualy i pre-ordered the new A7 IV with the old Tamron. After these videos on YT i wrote an Email to the reseller to let me pay the different separately and send me the G2 version instead of the older one!

[@mdw1927]

Looks like a good upgrade but here in Switzerland the difference in price between the original 700 francs vs 1030 francs is quite a hike in price.

[@garoaeuskadi]

Hi! Would you buy this one new or the sony 24-105 f4 g lens in around 700 $ ? (obviously used)

[@NickNightingaleYT]

More than enough glass for professional work. The whole lineup is excellent.

[@bioliv1]

How is it towards the new Samyang 24-70mm F2.8?

[@timotmon]

Crazy how good this lens is for the price.. I'm sure that USB port will be fine... they're sealed off pretty well generally. Your preorder link is going to the old version. Hope nobody buys that by mistake, 20 dollars more the new one and you get soooooo much more for it.

[@habeshaswholift6731]

Would this be an upgrade or would the results be noticable compared to the 28 to 70 Sony kit lens? Same focal length...but I wonder if pictures quality is much better on the tamron.

[@Donbros]

I am not sure about pricing: old one cost 700 in my country and new one 970, worth the upcharge?

[@tsizzle]

This or the upcoming Rokinon Samyang 24-70mm f/2.8 parfocal lens?

[@nsnoesuarez]

hopefully, my next lens..

[@anand.prasad502]

Can I use on APC sony camera ? (e mount)

[@AlfaMedtech]

Would you recommend selling the original for the upgraded version?

[@jbdlr13]

Thank you for the review. Do you know if Sony is going to release their own version 2 of 24-70mm 2.8 gm?

[@StefanMalloch]

Nothing confirmed but only a matter of time. Expect $$$$!

[@Timothy-kn6vi]

Is the Macro Capability of the version 1 of this lens still the same?

[@MrsCap2]

Focus breathing doesn’t look that good on this lens but very happy they improve the build quality. For the usb-c why they didn’t include it the mount as others ? 😔

[@AjaySingh-228]

Good One bro

[@sakissarakinis]

No issues or complaints from the first version. I use it professionally no problems so i Keep it no need to upgrade.

[@pedrosampinto]

I just bought the original on amazon a few weeks ago.. Should I return? :(

[@alltime1088]

The original 28-75 has an issue with small particles getting into the lens I hope tamron improved the sealing on this one especially with that usb c port

[@jdannug517]

Which would you pick between this and the Sony 24-105mm f4 or even the Sigma 24-70 f2.8? and additionallly which would you choosed with the a7c?

[@CC-gt3ro]

The 24-105 has better focal range more useful if you don’t have already a 17-28 tamron for example. Also it has lens stabilization which is important in video for walking footage. Also a7c has aps-c mode which give you up to 236mm with clearzom. 24-236 f/4 is very good for photo video. The 28-75 is good if you do night footage in dark environment with reduced light where 2.8 or less is needed. Personally i have 17-28 /f 2.8 (which cover 35mm with aps-c) and 70-300 for wildlife (900mm clearzoom apsc-c). But if i had the money i would add the 24-105 /f4 for video, lens stanilization and all around lens which would cover everything. The lens is a bit more heavier and bulky though. The picture seems very contrasted , precise and detailed. All the tamron i have are also fantastic with the a7c..anyway both lens are good 24-105 and 28-75 g2. Be careful with the 28-75 g2 as it is not waterproof to my opinion due to the usb-c open connector.

[@piotrgorajek1289]

@@CC-gt3ro For A7C Tamron ofc, its almost twice lighter

[@NguyenHoang_17]

You left wrong link for the G2

[@AlexCruzHaha]

Programming that ring to an aperture ring? Yes.

[@ju2705s]

I have this g2 lens since yesterday and took already view photos and except the video af it is really great.

[@CC-gt3ro]

What is the issue with the AF on the g2? I have two tamron 17-28 and 70-300 and have no issue at all with the autofocus with the sony A7C

[@F1REBEARD]

I also want to know the reasoning to this comment. I have the old version and autofocus is great, just hunts a little, and want to know if it's better in the new one

[@hozo101]

Is it sharper then the Sony 20-70 f4?

[@hozo101]

Awesome video, quick question traveling would you take the 28-75 G2 or the 20-40mm? For use in Museums churches street etc.

[@StefanMalloch]

20-40mm for indoor between the two. 20 is nice and wide but personally I'd go even wider for architecture.

[@hozo101]

@@StefanMalloch thank you

[@RemiBeauchamp]

I traveled a lot and i've found myself trying to go always a bit further than 40mm. I had the 20-40 absolutely beautiful and amazing lens, but i've sold it for the Tamron 28-75 G2 and I do not regret it at all. 28mm is not that wide, but if you want wider than you know that the 20-40mm is for you. If I had one to chose it would be the 28-75 since it's more versatile, but at the end of the day it depends of the focal lenghts you like to shoot :)

[@hozo101]

@@RemiBeauchamp thank you just purchased the 28-75 G2!

[@RemiBeauchamp]

@@hozo101 Great choice ! You will definitly like it a lot 😁

[@eyto7433]

Does it have stabilization tho? :o

[@hey-su7zb]

I didn't like the bokeh of g1. if the new version of Bokeh has improved, I will try to buy it. How much do you think the complex background bokeh has improved?

[@StefanMalloch]

Its better for sure. If its good enough will have to be up to you.

[@ericdenq9871]

mine makes a crazy noise when using the zoom

[@DVN11227]

The shortest length without the hood per Tamron specs is 11.7cm (4.6 in).

[@Yuri-ry4ib]

How do you think it compares to either Sigma?

[@geohoundTube]

That USB-C port is something weird. Other manufacturers put them at the mount. I think I would have to buy a rubber plug just in case...

[@Donbros]

I think their idea was that it helps you protect it from dust

[@sleepydef9452]

The only thing I'm upset about on this lens is, I just picked up the Origonal 28-75 and the day it arrives, I see they released the G2 haha

[@XxCrazZyNo0oBxX]

I own the original since day one and am not going to upgrade. Nothing to worry about. It's a great lens and there was literally no use for the upgrade. But if you can send it back and order the newer one I would if there's no extra cost too it.

[@B.Exposure]

I have both Versions... But i must say, that there are some horrible purple Ghostings in the G2 Version. I will test for a vew days but maybe i will send the G2 back...

[@_FuRiOn_]

So what? Dope lens and best sharpness for landscape on the corners its F14?

[@akkasbashy]

Thank you very much. you do not talk about IS (vibrate reduction) of this lens.

[@StefanMalloch]

This lens is not image stabilized my friend.

[@akkasbashy]

@@StefanMalloch Thank you very much.

[@bigboxwebdesign7120]

Which is best? new Samyang 24 70, new Tamron 28 75 G2 or Sigma 28 70?

[@tykimikk8605]

i say if what ever budget you have.cause you can close your eyes and pick any of these lenses and youll be happy. All perform top notch.

[@piotrgorajek1289]

@@tykimikk8605 Even old Tamron is MUCH sharper than sigma 28-70, I'd rather get sony 28-60 if just concerning the weight

[@tykimikk8605]

@@piotrgorajek1289 sharpness is a bit overrated imho unless its really really that soft and ghosting alot. the minor difference between these new lenses are marginal and can only be noticed if you pixel peep. and when you start to import them to lightroom a little move to the sharpness slider and they are already the same across the board. nobody shoots raw and print raws. they all get imported ang processed anyways. but yes i have the tamron 28-75 and its sharp. lightweight good for gimbal work, but build is meh. my rubber is already loose 3 years in and that plastic.

[@Mulerider4Life]

I think the pre order link is wrong

[@StefanMalloch]

I'll check it thanks bud

[@Wednesdayswithjae]

Torn between the Sony 24-105 and tamron 28-75 g2

[@edc641]

So will there also be a g2 of the 17-28?

[@ju2705s]

Maybe yes... I hope so.

[@StefanMalloch]

Probable.

[@Donbros]

There could be 16-28. Because the nain problem of it was not wide enough on wide end

[@edc641]

@@Donbros That would be awesome, especially if it would also get increased corner sharpness on open apertures. Still 67mm filter thread, obviously! 😀

[@Donbros]

@@edc641 interested about filter thread. Though tbh they will just do 17-28 which is not that cool

[@Thexderify]

Given that I swim with my S21 phone which has an exposed usb port, there is not reason why this should be an issue for the lens. It's great that you no longer need the docking base. Take note Sigma

[@StefanMalloch]

That is my hope too!

[@setaside2]

Already had my sample (I work for Tamron) out in the rain and cold, saturated the lens. It's far better built for the nasty than my A7iii. I worry more about the camera, at this point.

[@thisiscuvo]

you do realize that the 2 things arent built the same right? the phone has IP68 rating means it can even be submerged under water. the lens can only with stand a little rain or s splash

[@setaside2]

@@thisiscuvo the port is built to withstand ingress issues the rest of the lens cannot. It's not even difficult to do, let alone grasp.

[@thisiscuvo]

@Marc I was replying to Mark, not you. Waht you said has nothing to do with my point.

[@asalalawsi]

Is it better than 24-70 g master?

[@expressionsphotobooth3807]

Very similar, gm bit sharper

[@asalalawsi]

@@expressionsphotobooth3807 thanks 🙏🏻

[@expressionsphotobooth3807]

@@asalalawsi i read gm not worth the upgrade from tamron

[@sosomelodies659]

If the USB contacts have metal, it could rust itself out. Should've made a rubber cap for it.

[@TamronVids]

Hi there, the port is weather sealed just like a cell phone port, so no worries!

[@xinyanwang6910]

The biggest improvement compared to the first generation should be the manufacturing. G1 is made in China, but G2 is made in Japan. That's probably why G2 has better sharpness and build quality

[@Pompez_]

Darn there is too much choices with that range there is 2 of Tamrons Sigma and Samyang

[@CC-gt3ro]

Very strange they don’t provide a rubber cover for the usb-c. I don’t believe it is waterproof because of this missing. Moisture resistant maybe but not waterproof, not even water resistant. That ´s my opinion only, maybe it is, until someone through sone waters into it, we won’t know…

[@TamronVids]

Hi there, the port is weather sealed just like a cell phone port, so no worries!

[@VinceDae]

you have an exposed USB-C on nearly all smartphones and they can be submerged to 2 meters etc ;D

[@brunoryker7941]

The biggest problem with the lens is that is not a 24-70mm. I find the first version not going to 24mm wide made me stop using the lens. I always had to bring a wider lens along also. When you carry a 24-70mm you can almost always get the shot. I wish they made a 24-70mm instead.

[@JS_72020]

That is what the Sony and Sigma are for. The point of this 28-75mm is to reduce size and weight and still cover the majority of the range.

[@kane4013]

Awww No image stabilisation 🥱

[@es_flightsim]

Yikes! no protective cover for usb port?! 👎😟😔

[@forrestgalt2832]

No cover on the port? Put a small piece of Gorilla Tape over it. Done.

[@jacoville]

This guy doesn’t know what he is talking about