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Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD — Prime/Zoom
Tamron

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD

Prime/Zoom

92
/ 100
From $1,899
VS
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM — Prime/zoom
Canon

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Prime/zoom

92
/ 100
From $2,099
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD lands at 92 and Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics

Pick Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM if…

  • ✓Proven optical formula
  • ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
  • ✓Strong resale
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD

Compared on the build sub-score

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD leads on build (94 vs 90).

Autofocus

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD leads on af (91 vs 88).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD 92
vs
92 Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Score breakdown

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
92
sharpness 92
af 91
build 94
value 84
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM
92
sharpness 92
af 88
build 90
value 86

Specs side-by-side

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD versus Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM — full spec comparison
Spec Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Pros
  • +Proven optical formula
  • +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
  • +Strong resale
Cons
  • −Mount-specific
  • −Older AF motor on some
  • −Heavier than modern counterparts

FAQ: Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD vs Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Which is better, Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD or Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM? +

Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

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.

Is Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM worth the price? +

At $2,099, Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD or Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM 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.

Which is better for build, Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD or Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM? +

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD — leads on build (94 vs 90). Compared on the build sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD or Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM? +

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD — leads on af (91 vs 88). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.