Nikon NIKKOR 2205 800mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 2205 800mm
The Nikon 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and incredible reach, making it a top choice for wildlife and bird photographers. While users note the high price and significant weight, they generally consider it a worthwhile investment for the image quality it delivers. A few concerns include the lack of an Arca-Swiss groove on the foot and the unavailability of a replacement dedicated teleconverter as a spare part.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and precise autofocus
- Incredible reach for wildlife
- Great image quality with teleconverter
- Handles well despite size
Cons
- Very high price
- Heavy weight
- Dedicated teleconverter not available as spare part
- No Arca-Swiss groove in lens foot
- Requires tripod or monopod for stability
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 2205 800mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | super-telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 800 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 800 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 20 |
| Groups | 13 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/5.6 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 4.59 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 5.90 m | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.67 | 1:3.8 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 2205 800mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average build (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average bokeh (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
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
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.