Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S 105mm
Nikon
73 Overall Score
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
93 Overall Score
Scores
Professional
Budget
Portrait
Video Cinema
Macro
Landscape
Street
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S 105mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 105 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 17 |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Nano Crystal and ARNEO Coatings | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.63 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 290 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:1 | 1:2.7 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S 105mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S 105mm0.128score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.090score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S 105mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
