The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 and the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 with a length of 114mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 and Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 and the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III weighs 550g, 3% (20g) lighter than the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3's weight of 570g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 and the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III is also available in Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 has a focal range of 24-200mm and
8.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 300mm .
On the other hand, the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III has a focal range of 28-75mm and 2.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42 - 112.5mm .