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Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical IF Macro vs Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD

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Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD

SuperZoom | Nikon F (FX)

Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical IF Macro
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Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD

SuperZoom | Nikon F (FX)

Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD
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Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD vs Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD and Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD, two SuperZoom lenses by Tamron. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 28-300mm focal range and a max aperture of F3.5 - F6.3 so they are very comparable in this regard.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD Key Specs

  • 28-300mm Focal Range
  • F3.5 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 555g.
  • Diameter: 99mm
  • Length: 78mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.49m

Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD Key Specs

  • 28-300mm Focal Range
  • F3.5 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 540g.
  • Diameter: 74mm
  • Length: 96mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.49m
  • Max Magnification:0.29x

What type of photography are the Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD and Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD and the Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD
Bird/WildlifeAverageAverage
SportsGoodGood
PortraitGoodGood
TravelExcellentExcellent
StreetGoodGood
WeddingGoodGood
Walk AroundVery GoodVery Good
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeGoodGood

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD is the longer of the two lenses at 96mm. The Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD with a length of 78mm is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD has a larger diameter of 99mm compared to Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD's 74mm diameter.

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 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD weighs 540g, 2% (15g) lighter than the Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD's weight of 555g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'SuperZoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.

SuperZoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Nikon 28-300mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR
115mm
83mm 800g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM
219mm
104mm 1970g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF Macro Lens Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR LD
84mm
73mm 420g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 28-200mm F3.8-5.6 XR Di Aspherical IF Macro Lens Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR
75mm
71mm 354g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD and Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.

Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD is also available in Canon EF mount.

Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD is also available in Canon EF and Sony Alpha mounts.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 28-300mm and the fastest aperture of F3.5 - F6.3.

Reasons to choose Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical IF Macro over Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD

Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Length 78mm vs 96mm 18mm shorter

Reasons to choose Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD over Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical IF Macro

Weight 540g vs 555g 15g lighter
Diameter 74mm vs 99mm 25mm smaller in diameter
Max Magnification 0.29x vs x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical IF Macro and Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD
Image Stabilization Yes vs Yes Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical IF Macro and Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming
Weather Sealing No vs No not safe under rain and dust



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Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR VC LD vs Tamron 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Tamron
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type SuperZoom SuperZoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX) Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 28-300mm 28-300mm
Image Stabilization Yes Yes
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom - -
Zoom Lock Yes Yes
Zoom Ratio 10.7X 10.7X
Aperture
Max Aperture F3.5 - F6.3 F3.5 - F6.3
Min Aperture F22.0 - F40.0 F22.0 - F40.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 7
Optics
Optical Elements 18 19
Optical Groups 13 15
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.49m 0.49m
Max Magnification unknown 0.29X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Yes Unknown
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 555g 540g
Diameter 99mm 74mm
Length 78mm 96mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Unknown Unknown
Filter Thread 67mm 67mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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