Sony
Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM
Prime/zoom
92
/ 100
From $1,598
VS
Tamron
Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Prime/Zoom
92
/ 100
From $1,899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM lands at 92 and Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM 92
vs 92 Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Score breakdown
Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM
92 sharpness 92
af 88
build 90
value 86
Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
92 sharpness 92
af 91
build 94
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM | Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD |
|---|
Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
FAQ: Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM vs Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Which is better, Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM or Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM worth the price? +
At $1,598, Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sharpness.
Is Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD worth the price? +
At $1,899, Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in build.
Does Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM or Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.