Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) vs Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) and Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR.
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Product |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Name | Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) | Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR | |
| Manufacturer | Tamron | Nikon |
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Release Date and Price |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Release Year | 2008 | 2007 |
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| MSRP | N/A | 199 USD |
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Lens Type |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 33 cm | 28 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | No | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F5,6 at 55 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Construction | 16 elements / 14 groups | 11 elements / 18 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Focal Length | 28-75 mm | 18-55 mm |
| Zoom Range | 47 mm | 37 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VR |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Length | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Weight | 510 gr | 265 gr |
Other |
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di Macro (motorized) |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | DA09 | HB-45 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Model A09NII , adds autofocusmotor to Nikon cameras. Canon-owner get similar performance with the older model with the same name. |
