Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR vs Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD
Both are Nikon F telephoto zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.95 m vs 1.5 m
- Our notes say it suits: Sports and events, portraits at distance, wildlife at moderate range
Spec differences
11 differences| Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR | Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Tamron
|
| Format |
not listed
|
Full frame
|
| Weight |
1470 g
|
1500 g
|
| Length |
215 mm
|
194 mm
shorter
|
| Diameter |
87 mm
|
85.8 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
1.5 m
|
0.95 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.13×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
23 elements / 17 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
USD
|
| Released |
not listed
|
2012
|
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture, filter thread, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon F both
- Type
- Telephoto Zoom both
- Focal length
- 70-200mm both
- Max aperture
- f/2.8 both
- Filter thread
- 77 mm both
- Image stabilization
- Yes both
Our notes
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR
The Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR is a fast telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
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
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