Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 vs Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Nikon Z)
The bottom line
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to what you shoot, and let size, price and handling break the tie.
Choose the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 if…
- ✓You like close-focus work — 0.36x magnification vs 0.25x.
Frequently asked
Is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 or the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Nikon Z) better?
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to what you shoot, and let size, price and handling break the tie.
Who should choose the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8?
Choose the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 if you like close-focus work — 0.36x magnification vs 0.25x.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 70-180mm | 70-180mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 21 | 22 |
| Optical Groups | 15 | 18 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 34° – 14° | 34° – 14° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 27 cm | 52 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.36x | 0.25x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,049 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 83mm | 80mm |
| Length | 155.5mm | 165.6mm |
| Weight | 795g (1.75 lb) | 855g (1.88 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
