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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 vs Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD

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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2

Wideangle Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2
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Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD

Wideangle Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 vs Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD, two Wideangle Zoom lenses by Tamron.

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 SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Key Specs

  • 15-30mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1110g.
  • Diameter: 98mm
  • Length: 145mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD Key Specs

  • 17-35mm Focal Range
  • F2.8-4 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 460g.
  • Diameter: 84mm
  • Length: 93mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

What type of photography are the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and the Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD
Bird/WildlifePoorPoor
SportsPoorPoor
PortraitFairFair
TravelAverageGood
StreetAverageGood
WeddingFairFair
Walk AroundAverageGood
VloggingGoodVery Good
LandscapeVery GoodVery Good
MacroFairFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is the longer of the two lenses at 145mm. The Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD with a length of 93mm is 52mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 also has a larger diameter of 98mm compared to Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD's 84mm 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 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD weighs 460g, 58% (650g) lighter than the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2's weight of 1110g.


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

Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8G ED Lens Nikon 14-24mm f2.8G ED
132mm
98mm 970g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon 16-35mm f4G ED VR
125mm
83mm 685g Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX Lens Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX
133mm
90mm 950g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f2.8D ED-IF Lens Nikon 17-35mm f2.8D ED-IF
106mm
83mm 745g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD Lens Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD
145mm
98mm 1100g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED Lens Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED
83mm
83mm 370g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM
135mm
96mm 1150g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM Lens Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM
120mm
87mm 670g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD 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 SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is also available in Canon EF mount.

Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD is also available in Canon EF mount.

Focal Range

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a focal range of 15-30mm and 2.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 22.5 - 45mm.
Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD has a focal range of 17-35mm and 2.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 25.5 - 52.5mm.

Reasons to choose Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 over Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD

Focal Length - Wide 15mm vs 17mm 2mm Wider coverage
Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Max Aperture - Tele 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing

Reasons to choose Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD over Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2

Focal Length - Tele 35mm vs 30mm 5mm more Tele coverage
Optical Zoom 2.10x vs 2.00x More flexible focal coverage
Weight 460g vs 1110g 650g lighter
Diameter 84mm vs 98mm 14mm smaller in diameter
Length 93mm vs 145mm 52mm shorter

Common Strengths of Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust
Common Weaknesses of Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming



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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 vs Tamron 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di OSD Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Tamron
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX) Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 15-30mm 17-35mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No -
Zoom Ratio 2.0X 2.1X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8-4
Min Aperture F22 F16-22
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 7
Optics
Optical Elements 18 15
Optical Groups 13 10
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.28m 0.28m
Max Magnification 0.2X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Micromotor
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes No
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale Yes No
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 1110g 460g
Diameter 98mm 84mm
Length 145mm 93mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread Unknown 77mm
Filter Notes Canon version accepts rear gel filters -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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