Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro vs Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM
Both are Canon EF telephoto zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro if
- You need more reach: 300mm vs 200mm at the long end
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.95 m vs 1.2 m
Pick the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM if
- You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro does not
- Our notes say it suits: Travel and landscape, hiking telephoto, outdoor sports
Spec differences
14 differences| Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro | Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Tamron
|
Canon
|
| Format |
not listed
|
Full frame
|
| Focal length |
70-300mm
|
70-200mm
|
| Weight |
not listed
|
760 g
|
| Length |
not listed
|
172 mm
|
| Diameter |
not listed
|
76 mm
|
| Filter thread |
62 mm
|
67 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.95 m
closer
|
1.2 m
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.21×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
8
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
20 elements / 15 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
USM
|
| Image stabilization |
No
|
Yes
stabilized
|
| Released |
not listed
|
2006
|
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture. Show all
- Mount
- Canon EF both
- Type
- Telephoto Zoom both
- Max aperture
- f/4 both
Our notes
Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro
Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro: a full-frame telephoto zoom lens with a 70-300mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4-5.6, made for Canon EF mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Our notes
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM
A compact, light telephoto zoom with a constant f/4 aperture and stabilization. Popular with travel, landscape and wildlife photographers who watch their weight.
Pros
- Light and compact for the range
- Sharp optics
- Stabilized
- Dust and water resistant
Cons
- Slower than f/2.8 versions
- Blurred backgrounds are harder to achieve
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