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Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD F(FX) Mount Review

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD

Main Features

  • 70-210mm Focal Range
  • F4 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 859g / 1.89 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 76mm x 175mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.95m
  • Max Magnification: 0.32x
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Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD Overview


Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Telephoto Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with F(FX) Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeGood
SportsGood
PortraitAverage
TravelFair
StreetFair
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingPoor
LandscapeAverage
MacroAverage

Reasons to Buy Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Distance Scale
Hood supplied
Full-time Manual Focusing
Internal Focusing
Fast Aperture at Tele end
Constant f4 aperture throughout the range
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
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CONs

We couldn't find any significant Cons for the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD



Lens Mount

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is compatible with cameras that have a 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 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is also available in Canon EF mount.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD has a maximum diameter of 76mm and total length of 175mm. It weighs 859g / 30.3 oz.

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD has a filter thread of 67mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD:

  • 67mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 67mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 67mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD has a focal range of 70-210mm and 3.0X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 105 - 315mm.



Weather Sealings

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Weather Sealings of the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD

The Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D850.

Optical Image Stabilization

The Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Tripod Collar

With a total length of 175mm and a weight of 859g, the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is a large lens. Unfortunately, the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD doesn't come with a tripod collar but Tamron offers an optional Model A034TM tripod collar which you can use to attach the lens directly to a tripod or monopod instead of attaching the camera. This connection helps to better balance the lens/kit combination due to the size and weight of the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD.
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Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD Tripod Collar

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Focusing Mechanism of the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD

Zoom Method

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD features Rotary (internal) zoom method where the length of the lens doesn't change while you are zooming in or out. Even though this design has a size disadvantage in general compared to extending designs, it has the benefits of better sealing against dust and moisture, no zoom creep and no weight balance shift while zooming.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.32x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.95m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.32x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Telephoto Zoom type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Tamron 70-200mm f2.8 LD: 0.32x - (Compare)

Aperture

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f4 from 70mm all the way to the 210mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
70mm F4 F32
210mm F4 F32

Optical Formula

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD's optical formula consists of 20 elements in 14 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 3 low-dispersion elements
  • fluorine coating

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Optical Construction of the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD

Lens Hood

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Body Colour

Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD amongst Camera Decision readers.

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Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Tamron
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 70-210mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock No
Zoom Ratio 3.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4
Min Aperture F32
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 20
Optical Groups 14
Special Elements 3 low-dispersion elements + fluorine coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.95m
Max Magnification 0.32X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 859g
Diameter 76mm
Length 175mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 67mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar No
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