Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro vs Tamron SP AF 180mm F/3.5 Di LD (IF) Macro
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Tamron SP AF 180mm F/3.5 Di LD (IF) Macro 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 goes wider (70mm vs 180mm).
- Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro reaches further (300mm vs 180mm).
| Spec | AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro | SP AF 180mm F/3.5 Di LD (IF) Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron | Tamron |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Macro |
| Focal length | 70-300mm (wider) | 180mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/3.5 (faster) |
| Filter mm | 62 | 72 |
| Min focus m | 0.95 | 0.47 (closer focusing) |
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 AF 180mm F/3.5 Di LD (IF) Macro
A long 180mm macro lens that offers 1:1 reproduction with a comfortable working distance. It has a 72mm filter thread and a minimum focus distance of 0.47 m.
Pros
- True 1:1
- Long working distance
- Sharp optics
- Solid build
Cons
- No stabilization
- Heavy at about 920 g
- Large for travel
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