Nikon Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI-S vs Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Both are Nikon F prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI-S if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.5 vs f/2.8)
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.3 m
Spec differences
8 differences| Nikon Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI-S | Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Tamron
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.8
|
f/2.5
⅓ stop faster
|
| Weight |
270 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
58 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
63.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
52 mm
|
55 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.3 m
|
0.25 m
closer
|
| Optical design |
9 elements / 9 groups
|
10 elements / 9 groups
|
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon F both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 24mm both
- Autofocus motor
- Manual focus both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Nikon Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI-S
This 24mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Our notes
Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
This 24mm f/2.5 wide-angle prime lens from Tamron fits Nikon F mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
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