The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 142mm. The Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 with a length of 111mm, is 31mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II's 84mm diameter.
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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II weighs 675g, which means it is 230g (25%) lighter than the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 which has a weight of 905g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a 82mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has the Nikon F (FX) 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 Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is also available in Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
