Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S vs Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Pick the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S if

• You want the lighter lens to carry: 600 g lighter (900 g vs 1500 g)
• You want a wider view: 24mm vs 70mm at the wide end
• You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.38 m vs 0.95 m
• You want a compact lens: 133 mm vs 194 mm long

Pick the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD if

• You need more reach: 200mm vs 70mm at the long end
• You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S does not
• You prefer a newer design: released 2012 vs 2007
• Our notes say it suits: Sports and events, portraits at distance, wildlife at moderate range

Our notes

Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S

This 24-70mm f/2.8 fast standard zoom lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.

Our notes

Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Tamron's first-generation f/2.8 telephoto zoom with Vibration Compensation and a USD focus motor, later replaced by the G2. It weighs about 1,500 g and focuses as close as 1.3 m.

Pros

• Constant f/2.8 aperture
• Built-in stabilization (VC)
• USD ring-type autofocus
• 77mm filter thread

Cons

• Weighs about 1,500 g
• Autofocus and VC are less refined than on the G2