Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR vs Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Nikon Z) has a better min focus distance (19 cm vs 50 cm).
- Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Nikon Z) has a better weight (395g (13.9 oz) vs 570g (1.26 lb)).
- Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Nikon Z) has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Nikon Z) has a better length (88.2mm vs 114mm).
- Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Nikon Z) has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 24-200mm | 16-30mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 19 | − |
| Optical Groups | 15 | − |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 84° – 12.2° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm | 19 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 0.2x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $899 | $849 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 76.5mm | 76.2mm |
| Length | 114mm | 88.2mm |
| Weight | 570g (1.26 lb) | 395g (13.9 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
