Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM - Monture Canon EF-S | Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD - Monture Canon EF-S |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef-s | canon-ef-s |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 18-50 mm | 18-270 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Prime | No | No |
| Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
Pick Model A if you prioritize a brighter maximum aperture for low-light shooting and sharper image quality at the wide end, or if budget is a key factor. Model B stays the better choice if you need a versatile all-in-one zoom range for travel or situations where swapping lenses isn’t practical, despite its dimmer aperture and higher price.