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

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Specification comparison
Spec AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD
Brand Nikon Tamron
Mount Nikon F Nikon F
Type Telephoto Zoom Telephoto Zoom
Focal length 70-200mm 70-200mm
Max aperture f/2.8 f/2.8
Filter mm 77 n/a
Stabilized Yes n/a
Min focus m 1.4 1.3 (closer focusing)
Weight g n/a 1470
Length mm n/a 197.0

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II

The second-generation 70-200mm f/2.8 pro telephoto for Nikon FX cameras, with vibration reduction and a silent-wave motor.

Pros

  • Constant f/2.8
  • Vibration reduction
  • Sharp

Cons

  • Heavy (about 1.5 kg)
  • Focus breathing at close range
  • Larger than the f/4

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.

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