Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S vs Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S is lighter by 570g.
- Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S goes wider (24mm vs 70mm).
- Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD reaches further (200mm vs 70mm).
| Spec | 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S | SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Tamron |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 24-70mm (wider) | 70-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2007 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | n/a |
| Af motor | SWM | n/a |
| Elements | 15 | n/a |
| Weight g | 900.0 (lighter) | 1470 |
| Filter mm | 77 | n/a |
| Length mm | 133.0 | 197.0 |
| Diameter mm | 83.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.38 (closer focusing) | 1.3 |
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.
Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD
A 70-200mm f/2.8 full-frame fast telephoto zoom lens, the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series with Vibration Compensation. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.