Tamron Di III VC AF014P-700 18-200mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III VC AF014P-700 18-200mm
This Tamron 18-200mm lens is praised for its versatility and value, offering a wide zoom range that eliminates the need to swap lenses. Users appreciate the sharpness at mid-range focal lengths and the solid build, but note that image quality softens at the long end, especially in low light, and autofocus can be slow. Some warn about gray market sellers and lack of warranty, while others find the barrel distortion at 18mm and weight to be minor drawbacks for the price.
Pros
- Versatile zoom range
- Great value for money
- Solid build quality
- Good sharpness at mid-range
- Useful macro capability
Cons
- Soft at long end
- Slow autofocus
- Barrel distortion at 18mm
- Poor low-light performance
- Heavy for some users
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di III VC AF014P-700 18-200mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | — | 7 |
| Groups | — | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | — | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/18 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.40 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping motor | pulse stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 18 mm★ | 55 mm |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III VC AF014P-700 18-200mm
- Strong macro (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Below average optical (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average bokeh (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC AF014P-700 18-200mm
No current pricing available
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 20 specs.
