Tamron AFA034N700 70-210mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
What Buyers Say
Tamron AFA034N700 70-210mm
The Tamron 70-200mm f/4 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money. Users highlight its versatility for sports, studio, and travel photography, though some note softness at f/4 and a plastic build that scratches easily. Overall, it is seen as a great alternative to heavier f/2.8 lenses for non-professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile for sports and travel
Cons
- Softness at f/4 aperture
- Plastic body scratches easily
- Heavy for some users
- No f/2.8 background blur
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and excellent low-light performance. Users love its versatility for travel, video, and long exposures, often pairing it with other lenses in the budget trinity. A few note it's not as premium as the S-line or Nikon 14-30mm, but most agree it offers incredible value for the price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great value for money
- Versatile for travel and video
Cons
- Not as premium as S-line lenses
- Some prefer wider 14-30mm range
- Build not as exceptional as premium trinity
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron AFA034N700 70-210mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 210 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 13 |
| Groups | 14 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.85 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USD | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 950 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.1 | 1:5.26 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron AFA034N700 70-210mm
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong versatility (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong aperture (66th percentile)
- Below average build (21st percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.