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Tamron Di II A14M 18-200mm

62 Street Score
18-200mmf/18Nikon FIS
Why we recommend this

The world’s lightest 11x zoom at 397g, this Nikon APS-C lens covers 18-200mm with a built-in motor for compatibility with newer bodies. A budget-friendly all-in-one travel zoom, it includes a hood and 6-year warranty but lacks stabilization and weather sealing. Best for casual shooters wanting a single versatile lens for travel, portraits, and close-up macro work.

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Price $90
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Also available open box & refurbished:
Used $200 Amazon
Tamron Di II A14M 18-200mm lens

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Tamron Di VC USD 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3

84 Street Score
100-400mmf/4.5Nikon FISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its magnesium alloy construction and 4-stop Vibration Compensation enable sharp, handheld shooting at 400mm without adding heft. The lens's 1.5m minimum focus distance and 1:3.6 maximum magnification deliver close-up detail rarely found in super-telephoto zooms. This lens best suits travel and wildlife photographers who need a compact, weather-sealed option for all-day handheld use.

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Price $599
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Tamron Di VC USD 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD 100-400mm lens

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Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2

54.8 Street Score
24-70mmf/22Nikon FISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

The constant f/2.8 aperture combined with 5-stop Vibration Compensation and a sophisticated 17-element optical design with eBAND coatings delivers sharp, high-contrast images in challenging light. Its weather-sealed, moisture-resistant construction and fluorine-coated front element provide durability for field use without a premium price tag. This lens is best for landscape and travel photographers who need a reliable, stabilized standard zoom with full-frame coverage.

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Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens
Price $659
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Also available at:
B&H Photo $1,099 Newegg Black $1,099 Amazon $1,289

Tamron AF020N700 28-300mm

46.3 Street Score
28-300mmf/6.3Nikon FIS
Why we recommend this ▼

Capturing a 10.7x zoom range from 28mm wide to 300mm telephoto with Vibration Compensation, this 540g lens offers a minimum focus distance of just 67mm for macro shooting. Its built-in motor ensures compatibility with Nikon DSLRs that lack a focus drive, while XR Di aspherical optics keep the form compact and portable. This lens suits amateur photographers seeking a single, affordable travel solution for everything from landscapes to close-up details.

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Tamron AF020N700 28-300mm lens
Price $599
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