Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM vs Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM and Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR .
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Product |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Name | Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM | Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR | |
| Manufacturer | Tamron | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Release Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | N/A | 589 USD |
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Lens Type |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Macro |
Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-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 | 95 cm | 150 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | No | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 17 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Focal Length | 70-300 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 230 mm | 230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VR II |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Length | 116 mm | 143 mm |
| Weight | 435 gr | 725 gr |
Other |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro BIM |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | DA17 | HB-15 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | This is an updated version of the Tamron 70-300, for Nikon cameras that lack a built in autofocus motor. |
