Nikon NIKKOR 2182 16-35mm
Nikon
85 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
99 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 2182 16-35mm
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Weight and portability 6
Low light performance 5
Scores
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Macro
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Portrait
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Wildlife Sports
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 2182 16-35mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Groups | 12 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal Coat | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.68 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | AF-S | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 35 mm★ | 180 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 2182 16-35mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 2182 16-35mm0.114score per dollar
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.142score per dollar
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
