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Tamron AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8G ED

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Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD

Standard Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

Tamron AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF
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Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED

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Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD vs Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD for the F(FX) Mount and the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED for the F(FX) Mount, two Standard Zoom lenses from Tamron and Nikon.

We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the next section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.

Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD Key Specs

  • 28-75mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 510g.
  • Diameter: 73mm
  • Length: 92mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.33m

Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED Key Specs

  • 24-70mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 900g.
  • Diameter: 83mm
  • Length: 133mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.38m

What type of photography are the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD and Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED 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 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD and the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageAverage
PortraitVery GoodVery Good
TravelVery GoodVery Good
StreetVery GoodVery Good
WeddingVery GoodVery Good
Walk AroundVery GoodVery Good
VloggingVery GoodVery Good
LandscapeVery GoodVery Good


Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED is the longer of the two lenses at 133mm. The Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD with a length of 92mm, is 41mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED also has a larger diameter of 83mm compared to the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD's 73mm diameter.

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 AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD weighs 510g, which means it is 390g (43%) lighter than the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED which has a weight of 900g.


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

Standard Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR Lens Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR
155mm
88mm 1070g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon 24-120mm f4G ED VR
104mm
84mm 710g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm F3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens Nikon 24-85mm F3.5-4.5G ED VR
82mm
78mm 485g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f3.5-5.6G ED-IF VR Lens Nikon 24-120mm f3.5-5.6G ED-IF VR
94mm
77mm 575g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2
111mm
88mm 905g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f2.8 ED-IF Lens Nikon 28-70mm f2.8 ED-IF
122mm
89mm 935g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF Lens Nikon 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF
83mm
79mm 545g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art Lens Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM
108mm
88mm 1020g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD and the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED 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.
Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED has a focal range of 24-70mm and 2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36 - 105mm.

Reasons to choose Tamron AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF over Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8G ED

Focal Length - Tele 75mm vs 70mm 5mm more Tele coverage
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Weight 510g vs 900g 390g lighter
Diameter 73mm vs 83mm 10mm smaller in diameter
Length 92mm vs 133mm 41mm shorter
Filter Thread 67mm vs 77mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Minimum Focus Distance 0.33m vs 0.38m can focus closer to the subject

Reasons to choose Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8G ED over Tamron AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF

Focal Length - Wide 24mm vs 28mm 4mm Wider coverage
Optical Zoom 2.90x vs 2.70x More flexible focal coverage
Diaphragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust

Common Strengths of Tamron AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF and Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8G ED
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs Yes Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Tamron AF 28-75mm F2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF and Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8G ED
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming




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Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR LD vs Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Nikon
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Standard Zoom Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX) Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 28-75mm 24-70mm
Image Stabilization No No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom - -
Zoom Lock Yes -
Zoom Ratio 2.7X 2.9X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Min Aperture F32.0 F22.0
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 7 9
Optics
Optical Elements 16 15
Optical Groups 14 11
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.33m 0.38m
Max Magnification - -
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual No Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Yes Yes
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 510g 900g
Diameter 73mm 83mm
Length 92mm 133mm
Weather Sealing No Yes
Filter Thread 67mm 77mm
Filter Notes non rotating -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code - HB-40
Tripod Collar No No
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