Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Tele-Macro vs Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
Both are Nikon F lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Tele-Macro if
- You want a wider view: 70mm vs 75mm at the wide end
- You need more reach: 300mm vs 205mm at the long end
Pick the Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
4 differences| Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Tele-Macro | Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Tamron
|
Vivitar
|
| Type |
Macro
|
Telephoto Zoom
|
| Focal length |
70-300mm
|
75-205mm
|
| Max aperture |
f/4
|
f/3.8
|
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- Mount
- Nikon F both
Our notes
Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Tele-Macro
Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Tele-Macro: a macro zoom lens with a 70-300mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4-5.6, made for Nikon F mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
Our notes
Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
A 75-205mm f/3.8 telephoto zoom lens, the Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
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