Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM vs Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO
Both are Canon EF telephoto zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM if
- You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO does not
- Our notes say it suits: Sports and action, weddings, concerts and events
Pick the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.95 m vs 1.2 m
Spec differences
12 differences| Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM | Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Canon
|
Tamron
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
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| Weight |
1480 g
|
not listed
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| Length |
199 mm
|
not listed
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| Diameter |
88.8 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
1.2 m
|
0.95 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
0.21×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
8
|
not listed
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| Optical design |
23 elements / 19 groups
|
not listed
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| Autofocus motor |
USM
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
Yes
stabilized
|
No
|
| Released |
2018
|
not listed
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5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture, filter thread. Show all
- Mount
- Canon EF both
- Type
- Telephoto Zoom both
- Focal length
- 70-200mm both
- Max aperture
- f/2.8 both
- Filter thread
- 77 mm both
Our notes
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM
The third version of Canon's pro 70-200mm f/2.8 telephoto zoom, with image stabilization and a weather-sealed L build for sports, weddings and events.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- Fast ring USM autofocus
Cons
- Heavy to carry all day
- Large front element shows fingerprints and dust
- Only a modest step over the II
Our notes
Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO
This 70-200mm f/2.8 full-frame fast telephoto zoom lens from Tamron fits Canon EF mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
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