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Quick answer
The Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) is a short telephoto prime lens covering 90mm at f/90.0 for the Nikon F mount. Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
About this lens
The Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) is a short-telephoto prime lens covering 90mm at f/2.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series. A 1:1 macro lens that also works well for portraits.
Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) specifications
What can you shoot with the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E)?
At 90mm this is a short telephoto prime, which typically suits:
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
- Isolating subjects from the background
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 90mm | 22.6° | 27° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 135mm | 15.2° | 18.2° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) use?
It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E)?
It is a fixed 90mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/90.0. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 90mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/90.0.
What is the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 135mm on full frame, with a 15.2° horizontal and 18.2° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 (172E) fit?
Any Nikon F-mount camera, including Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, and Nikon D3100 and 35 more.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
