Tamron 150-500 | Is it BETTER than SONY 200-600? In the Field Review

What did I like, which lens did I prefer, what's not to like? Is the Tamron lens maybe even better than the SONY 200-600? Let's find out!
I recently had the chance to field test the TAMRON 150-500 F/5-6.7 DiIII VC VXD and jump on this opportunity to show you this lens, but to also make a few videos with the Sony gear! In this video I also use a SONY A1 and the SONY FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS lens.
I will have a few videos coming up for instance SONY A1 + 200-600 vs Canon R5 + RF 100-500.
Let me know in the comments what you thi8nk. Do you want me to keep using different brands, other than just Canon?

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This is the equipment I use:
Canon EOS R5
Canon EOS R6
Canon RF 100-500 L IS
RF Extender 1.4x
RF Extender 2x
RF 800 F11
RF600 F11
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Canon 600 L IS III (I have v. II)
Canon EF 5.6/400 L
Canon 1.4x TC III
Canon 2x TC III
Canon 600 EX - RT
Wimberley Head II
Gitzo 5543LS (new version of my tripod)
Wimberley Flash Bracket
Wimberley M-6 Extension Post
Better Beamer (check for compatibility)
Flash Battery (Godox & Flashpoint is the same)
Power Cord
Y connector
Novoflex STA-SET
LensCoat LensHide
LensCoat Lens Hoodie
Canon 2.8/70-200 II
Canon 4/24-70
Canon 4/16-35 L IS
JBL Clip3 Speaker
Sandisk Extreme Pro CFexpress Card type B 512GB
Sandisk Extreme Pro
Panasonic Eneloop Pro
Minox 8x43
Canon LP-E6N
Manfrotto Mini Ballhead
FStop Gear Sukha Backpack

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 INTRO
1:07 I am using Sony Gear!?
1:46 First Impressions
3:34 Shaky Image Stabilisation
5:23 Auto Focus Performance
6:37 AF for Birds in Flight
7:45 IMAGE REVIEW
9:24 Why I am using HIGH ISO
11:57 Birds in Flight IMAGES
14:47 Action Images
16:56 A1 & A9II with 150-500 VS SONY 200-600
18:26 150-500 vs 200-600 IMAGE REVIEW
22:35 Which is the right lens for you?
24:34 What's NOT to like about 150-500
26:36 MFD
27:07 What's the right CAMERA for the lens???
28:35 More Sony Gear coming!

[falcocolumbarius]

I was always thinking "His videos are so good and informative, I'd love him to test sony gear and hear his opinion about other brands in bird photography".
So I'm very happy and looking forward to your upcoming vidoes! You are doing the best bird photography reviews in my opinion - keep up the fantastic work!

[joshuathomas]

I use the Tamron 150-500 paired with an A6400. Yes sometimes I miss focus. But. This combination cost me less than 2000 dollars. Which is the cost of the Sony lens. So. I’m happy with it. Works well.

[princeharbinger]

Be nice to see you review the Tamron again with the latest AF update.

[paulclarke]

I use this lens with my A6600 and am very pleased with the results. Not many non professional people can afford the cameras you use. I also get 750mm reach from my combination. I also have animal eye auto focus.

[skep]

Great video... it addressed my concerns in every way. I had been leaning towards the sony 200-600 but was very concerned about weight and portability. I think that I'm now leaning towards the Tamron. I only have an A6000 so I wonder if the slight distinctions you found with your more professional cameras would even apply. But the joy of going out and trying to do the best that you can is always there...

[plinkyplanky]

Brilliant, i'm very much looking forward to the A1 and R5 comparison, particularly in terms of tracking performance.

[daryl]

Great review and comparison, sadly it doesn't make my decision much easier with al these great e-mount options! Would love to see the sigma 100-400 (ultimate portability) tamron and 200-600 go head to head.

[Kozitaju]

What a sharp review. I have the Tamron and found some very interresting and encouraging tips. Thank you Jan !

[mikebyrne]

Another fabulous review. Trying to decide between these two lenses, and you've given me lots to think about. Thanks!!

[jaypainespotter]

Jan's videos are always top notch. I shoot Canon but it's nice to see what else is out there.

[zoltantolgyesi]

Best video of yours so far imo. Very well explained. Thanks.

[elouisamckenzie]

Great video!!!! very well done, achieving all my expectations.

[pjkdiver]

great video. I wonder how the tamron 150-500 would perform on the sony a6700?

[brucegraner]

Always interesting to see what a professional photographer thinks about using other gear. Duade Paton has been doing some interesting comparisons with the new OM-1 to his Canon gear. I don't expect either of you to change from your preferred systems but especially knowing how less expensive gear (that most of us can afford) stacks up against the the top tier gear your profession demands is of great interest to me, especially how the keeper rates may vary. Your reviews of the Canon R7 were of similar interest as well, especially when used with the 100-500mm lens. Thanks for the effort you put into these videos.

[kaksas]

very good review and very professional, this video really helped me. Thank u

[nsphotography]

I recently sold my Sigma 100-400 lens due to being underwhelmed, maybe a bad copy. I have been going between 70-200mm Sony (as no other 3rd party lens), 100-400 Sony and the 200-600 Sony. Seeing a great deal of positive feedback and my photography at an enthusiasts level it would appear this 150-500 suits my requirements to the T. I have no interest in using it for video work and I am using it for motorsport, field sports and the occasional wildlife shoots. I would hope the A7R III would be a good price point match for this lens as in UK its about £1, 800.00.

Thank you for your review and image examples, I listened to every word as it was very informative, clear and comparable. Keep up the good work.

[tdawg]

I like the Tamron. Mostly because it’s so compact and can be used for macro as well.

My complaint is it doesn’t seem like it focuses pin sharp. Might be flaw in the resolving power of the glass or the lens tech itself but I feel like it could definitely be sharper.

[mhakangunes]

Again This a very useful comparison, thanks. As a potential RF 100-500 user, I would like to hear the comparison between these two lenses.

[jobane]

Thanks for the video! We will try this new Tamron on A7iii / A7c / A6400.

[KenWoo]

Very informative review! As a Sony A7III owner, I picked the Tamron over the Sony FE 200-600 lens.