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Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S vs Tamron E 35-150mm f/2-2.8 2.0-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z

Both are Nikon Z telephoto zoom lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S if

  • You need more reach: 200mm vs 150mm at the long end
  • You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Tamron E 35-150mm f/2-2.8 2.0-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z does not
  • You want bigger close-ups: 0.2× vs 0.18× maximum magnification
  • Our notes say it suits: Sports, weddings, portraits

Pick the Tamron E 35-150mm f/2-2.8 2.0-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)
  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 250 g lighter (1190 g vs 1440 g)
  • You want a wider view: 35mm vs 70mm at the wide end
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.33 m vs 0.5 m
  • You want a compact lens: 160.1 mm vs 220 mm long

Spec differences

15 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S and the Tamron E 35-150mm f/2-2.8 2.0-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S Tamron E 35-150mm f/2-2.8 2.0-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z
Brand
Nikon
Tamron
Focal length
70-200mm
35-150mm
Max aperture
f/2.8
f/2 1 stop faster
Weight
1440 g
1190 g lighter
Length
220 mm
160.1 mm shorter
Diameter
89 mm
89.2 mm
Filter thread
77 mm
82 mm
Min focus distance
0.5 m
0.33 m closer
Max magnification
0.2× larger
0.18×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
21 elements / 18 groups
21 elements / 15 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
VXD
Image stabilization
Yes stabilized
No
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
Released
2020
2023
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Telephoto Zoom both
Format
Full frame both

Our notes

Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S

A professional telephoto zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with an internal-zoom design and vibration reduction. Its length stays constant while zooming.

Pros

  • Constant f/2.8
  • Internal zoom
  • Vibration reduction
  • Weather-sealed S-Line build

Cons

  • Heavy (1.44 kg)
  • Large

Our notes

Tamron E 35-150mm f/2-2.8 2.0-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z

This 35-150mm f/2-2.8 full-frame standard zoom lens from Tamron fits Nikon Z mount cameras. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.

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