In this review, we will be comparing the Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC for the F(DX) Mount and the Nikon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II for the F(DX) Mount, two SuperZoom lenses from Tamron and Nikon. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 18-200mm and F3.5 - F5.6 so they are very comparable in this regard.
We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the following section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.
What type of photography are the Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC and Nikon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC and the Nikon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
| Photography Type |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC |
Nikon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II |
| Bird/Wildlife | Average | Average |
| Sports | Good | Good |
| Portrait | Good | Good |
| Travel | Excellent | Excellent |
| Street | Good | Good |
| Wedding | Good | Good |
| Walk Around | Very Good | Very Good |
| Vlogging | Good | Good |
| Landscape | Good | Good |
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC weighs 400g, which means it is 165g (29%) lighter than the Nikon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II which has a weight of 565g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the SuperZoom Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
SuperZoom Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for Size Comparison
Lens Mounts
Both the Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC and the Nikon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II has the same Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC is also available in Canon EF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of 18-200mm and the fastest aperture of F3.5 - F5.6.