Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro vs Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6

Both are Nikon F lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Tamron

Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro if

You need more reach: 300mm vs 210mm at the long end

Pick the Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

9 differences

Specifications that differ between the Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro and the Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6
	Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro	Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6
Brand	Tamron	Tokina
Type	Macro	Telephoto Zoom
Focal length	70-300mm	70-210mm
Filter thread	62 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.95 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.5×	not listed
Aperture blades	9	not listed
Optical design	13 elements / 9 groups	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed

2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all

Mount: Nikon F both
Max aperture: f/4 both

Our notes

Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro

This 70-300mm f/4-5.6 macro zoom lens from Tamron fits Nikon F mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.

Our notes

Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6

Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6: a telephoto zoom lens with a 70-210mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4-5.6, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.