Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED vs Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro
Both are Nikon F lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED if
- You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro does not
Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/4 vs f/4.5)
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.95 m vs 1.5 m
Spec differences
15 differences| Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED | Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Tamron
|
| Type |
Telephoto Zoom
|
Macro
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Max aperture |
f/4.5
|
f/4
⅓ stop faster
|
| Weight |
745 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
143.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
80 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
67 mm
|
62 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
1.5 m
|
0.95 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.5×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
17 elements / 12 groups
|
13 elements / 9 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
SWM
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
Yes
stabilized
|
No
|
| Released |
2006
|
not listed
|
2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon F both
- Focal length
- 70-300mm both
Our notes
Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED
A 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 telephoto zoom lens, the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Our notes
Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 LD Macro
This 70-300mm f/4-5.6 macro zoom lens from Tamron fits Nikon F mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
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