Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR vs Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR and Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR | Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR | |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Tamron |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Release Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 1049 USD | N/A |
| Buy it today |
|
|
Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Lens Type | Superzoom | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EFNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Motor Type | No information | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 50 cm | 95 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 3,1 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 28 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable 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 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Construction | 19 elements / 14 groups | 13 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Focal Length | 28-300 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 272 mm | 230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR II |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Length | 114 mm | 116 mm |
| Weight | 800 gr | 435 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Tamron 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di Macro |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-50 | DA17 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | There is a version with build in autofocus motor, for Nikon cameras. Check ”Options” |
