The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 and the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD 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 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 175mm. The Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 with a length of 151mm, is 24mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD's 76mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 and Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 and the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD 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. Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 weighs 795g, which means it is 64g (7%) lighter than the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD which has a weight of 859g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 and the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD 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 70-180mm F2.8 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD 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.
Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 has a focal range of 70-180mm and
2.6X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
105 - 270mm .
On the other hand, the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD has a focal range of 70-210mm and 3.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 105 - 315mm .
