Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 vs Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
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Key differences
- Closest focus: 0.27 m on the NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8, against 0.30 m on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
- Max magnification: 0.48× on the NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8, against 0.38× on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
- Optical stabilisation: Yes on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2, against No on the NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8.
- Weight: 795 g on the NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8, against 855 g on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
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| Lowest price today | $1,296.95 new | $1,099 new |
| Optics | ||
| Focal length | 70–180mm | 70–180mm |
| 35mm equivalent | 70–180mm (full frame) | 70–180mm (full frame) |
| Maximum apertureLower f-number lets in more light. A zoom wins only when it is as bright at both ends. | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| Elements / groups | 19 / 14 | 20 / 15 |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Closest focus | 0.27 m (best) | 0.30 m |
| Max magnification | 0.48× (best) | 0.38× |
| Focus & handling | ||
| Autofocus | Yes (STM) | Yes (VXD) |
| Optical stabilisation | No | Yes (best) |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Internal zoom | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Teleconverter compatible | Yes | No |
| Size & weight | ||
| Weight | 795 g (best) | 855 g |
| Diameter × length | 83.5 × 151 mm | 83 × 156.5 mm |
| Filter thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Green marks the better figure where “better” is unambiguous. A dash means the maker doesn't publish it or we haven't verified it yet.

