The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD 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 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 with a length of 111mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 88mm.
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 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD weighs 825g, 8% (80g) lighter than the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2's weight of 905g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 and the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.
Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD is also available in Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.