Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro vs Tamron SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
| Spec | AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro | SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron | Tamron |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 70-300mm | 70-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/4.0 |
| Filter mm | 62 | 62 |
| Min focus m | 0.95 (closer focusing) | 1.5 |
| Af motor | n/a | USD |
| Stabilized | n/a | Yes |
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
Tamron SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD
A stabilized full-frame telephoto zoom from Tamron with a USD focus motor and a 62mm filter thread. It focuses as close as 1.5 m.
Pros
- Vibration Compensation
- USD autofocus
- Full-frame coverage
- Compact for a stabilized telephoto
Cons
- Slow at 300mm
- Plastic build
- Soft at the long end wide open
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