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 S 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 S is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 with a length of 111mm, is 15mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2's 88mm 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 S weighs 805g, which means it is 100g (11%) lighter than the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 which has a weight of 905g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S and the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S 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.
