Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Nikon
86 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
98 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Weight and portability 6
Low light performance 5
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 17 |
| Groups | 15 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.57 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
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Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
