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Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro vs Vivitar Series One 70-210mm 1:3.5 SN 22...

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Verdict at a glance

  • Vivitar Series One 70-210mm 1:3.5 SN 22... is faster by 0.4 stops (f/3.5 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
  • Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro reaches further (300mm vs 210mm).
Specification comparison
Spec AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro Series One 70-210mm 1:3.5 SN 22...
Brand Tamron Vivitar
Mount Nikon F Nikon F
Type Telephoto Zoom Telephoto Zoom
Focal length 70-300mm 70-210mm
Max aperture f/4.0 f/3.5 (faster)
Filter mm 62 n/a
Min focus m 0.95 n/a

Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro

A popular telephoto zoom for Nikon DSLRs with a 62mm filter thread and a macro mode. It has no stabilization.

Pros

  • Macro mode
  • Compact for its range
  • Full-frame coverage
  • 62mm filter thread

Cons

  • Slow aperture
  • No stabilization
  • Slower focusing than newer lenses

Vivitar Series One 70-210mm 1:3.5 SN 22...

Vivitar Series One 70-210mm 1:3.5 SN 22...: a telephoto zoom lens with a 70-210mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

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