Lens comparison · Sony E / FE · updated 5 November 2026
Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 vs Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II
Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G270-180mm · f/2.8 · 855gSony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II70-200mm · f/2.8 · 1045g
Verdict
Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 has more in its favour on paper. The Sony lens is the mount maker's own, while the Tamron is a third-party alternative.
Choose the 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 for
- less weight (855g vs 1045g)
- a lower price (about £660 vs £1,800)
Choose the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II for
- more reach (200mm vs 180mm)
| 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron | Sony |
| Focal length | 70-180mm | 70-200mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 855 g | 1045 g |
| Stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 67mm | 77mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,199 | £2,799 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £554–£769 | £1,679–£1,919 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 better than the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
The 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 offers less weight (855g vs 1045g), a lower price (about £660 vs £1,800); the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II offers more reach (200mm vs 180mm).
Which is better value, the 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 or the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
On Sony E / FE, the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 costs about £660 against about £1,800 for the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE (and other mounts: Nikon Z).