Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro vs Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro and Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II .
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Name | Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro | Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Manufacturer | Sigma | Tamron |
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Release Date and Price |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Release Year | 2008 | 2005 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 580 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Superzoom |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF-SNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Motor Type | No information | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 20 cm | 45 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Maximum Aperture |
F2,8-4,5
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F2,8 at 17 mm F4,5 at 70 mm Variable Aperture |
F3,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F6,3 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Construction | 15 elements / 12 groups | 15 elements / 13 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Focal Length | 17-70 mm | 18-200 mm |
| Zoom Range | 53 mm | 182 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Length | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Weight | 490 gr | 398 gr |
Other |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | LH780-04 581 | AD06 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Model A14N |