Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR vs Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

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Nikon

AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR

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Tamron

SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Verdict at a glance

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is lighter by 40g.

Specification comparison
Spec	AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR	SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD
Brand	Nikon	Tamron
Mount	Nikon F	Nikon F
Type	Telephoto Zoom	Telephoto Zoom
Focal length	70-200mm	70-200mm
Max aperture	f/2.8	f/2.8
Released	2016	n/a
Format	full-frame	n/a
Groups	18	n/a
Af motor	SWM	n/a
Elements	22	n/a
Weight g	1430.0	1470
Filter mm	77	n/a
Length mm	202.5	197.0
Stabilized	Yes	n/a
Diameter mm	88.5	n/a
Min focus m	1.1 (closer focusing)	1.3
Max magnification	0.21	n/a

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR

A pro telephoto zoom for Nikon FX cameras with fluorite elements, vibration reduction and a lighter build than earlier versions.

Pros

Constant f/2.8
Fluorite elements reduce weight
Vibration reduction
Fast AF

Cons

Heavy (1.43 kg)
Large

Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

A 70-200mm f/2.8 full-frame fast telephoto zoom lens, the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series with Vibration Compensation. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

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