Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro vs Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro and Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Name | Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro | Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro | |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Tamron |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Release Year | 2008 | 2007 |
Release Date | ||
MSRP | 599 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Superzoom |
Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Mount | Nikon F | Canon EFNikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | No information | No information |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 18 cm | 49 cm |
Maximum Magnification | ||
Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 28 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Construction | 12 elements / 9 groups | 18 elements / 13 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Focal Length | 60 mm | 28-300 mm |
Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
272 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VC |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Length | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Weight | 425 gr | 555 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro |
Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di VC |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 67 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | HB-42 | DA20 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
Other | Model A20 |