Nikon NIKKOR 1960 17-35mm
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 1960 17-35mm
This classic Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8 lens is praised for its rugged build, sharp optics, and fast autofocus, making it a favorite among professionals for landscapes, portraits, and reportage. Users note it performs best on lower-megapixel FX cameras like the D700 and 35mm film bodies, while cautioning about potential autofocus squeak in some copies and heavy weight. Despite its age, it remains a versatile and reliable wide-angle zoom that delivers excellent color and contrast.
Pros
- Rugged all-metal construction
- Sharp optics with excellent contrast
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Versatile for landscapes, portraits, and reportage
- Accepts 77mm filters
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Potential autofocus squeak in some copies
- Not ideal for high-megapixel FX cameras
- Shadow from built-in flash at 17mm
- Expensive
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 1960 17-35mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | — | 17 |
| Groups | — | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | — | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.74 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | — | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 1960 17-35mm
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 75mm offers 8.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
