Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S vs Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
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Key differences
- Closest focus: 0.30 m on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2, against 0.50 m on the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S.
- Max magnification: 0.38× on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2, against 0.20× on the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S.
- Internal zoom: Yes on the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S, against No on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
- Weight: 855 g on the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2, against 1,360 g on the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S.
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| Lowest price today | $2,396.95 new $2,649 used | $1,099 new |
| Optics | ||
| Focal length | 70–200mm | 70–180mm |
| 35mm equivalent | 70–200mm (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 | 21 / 18 | 20 / 15 |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Closest focus | 0.50 m | 0.30 m (best) |
| Max magnification | 0.20× | 0.38× (best) |
| Focus & handling | ||
| Autofocus | Yes (STM) | Yes (VXD) |
| Optical stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Internal zoom | Yes (best) | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Teleconverter compatible | Yes | No |
| Size & weight | ||
| Weight | 1,360 g | 855 g (best) |
| Diameter × length | 89 × 220 mm | 83 × 156.5 mm |
| Filter thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
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