Nikon NIKKOR 20071 400mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20071 400mm
The Nikon 180-400mm f/4E TC1.4 FL ED VR lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, versatility, and build quality. Users praise its built-in teleconverter and fast autofocus, especially when paired with the Z9. While the weight is noted as a drawback, many consider it a worthwhile investment for professional wildlife, sports, and safari photography.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity
- Built-in 1.4x teleconverter
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Versatile zoom range
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Built-in TC reduces sharpness at f/5.6
- No hard case included
- Requires tripod or monopod for comfortable use
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 28-300mm super-zoom wins praise for its lightweight design, versatile focal range, and solid image quality. Users appreciate the compact build and smooth zoom mechanism, but note the slow aperture and trade-offs in sharpness compared to more expensive zooms. Verified reviewers find it an ideal travel lens that pairs well with Sony bodies.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Versatile 28-300mm focal range
- Smooth zoom ring operation
- Compact build for travel
- Good integration with Sony bodies
Cons
- Small maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Reduced sharpness vs. premium zooms
- Not an internal zoom lens
- Slow autofocus at high fps on some bodies
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20071 400mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 180 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 400 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 27 | 20 |
| Groups | 19 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 8★ | 2 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 3.23 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 2.00 m | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4 | 1:3.8 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20071 400mm
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average build (8th percentile)8th %ile
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20071 400mm
No current pricing available
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
