The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD and the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF 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 AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF with a length of 83mm, is 9mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF has a larger diameter of 79mm compared to the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD's 73mm 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. Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD weighs 510g, which means it is 35g (6%) lighter than the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF which has a weight of 545g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF:
Lens Mounts
Both the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD and the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF 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 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD is also available in Canon EF , Sony Alpha and Pentax KAF mounts.
Focal Range
Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD has a focal range of 28-75mm and
2.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42 - 112.5mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF has a focal range of 24-85mm and 3.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36 - 127.5mm.