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Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2

Canon EF Autofocus OIS

Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1500 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
95 cm
Length
193.8 mm

At a Glance

This full-frame telephoto zoom for Canon EF offers 70-200 mm at a constant f/2.8 aperture. The optical stabilizer supports handheld shooting. Minimum focus distance is 95 cm, with a magnification of 1:6.1. It has a circular diaphragm and a removable tripod mount, and weighs 1.5 kg. It fits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Good for

  • Sports
  • Wildlife
  • Events
  • Portraits

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
70 mm
Max. focal length
200 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
23
Groups
17
Weight
1,500 g (3.31 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
95 cm (37.4 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.1 (0.16×)
Length
193.8 mm (7.63 in)
Diameter
88 mm (3.46 in)
Released
February 2017

Manufacturer data: tamron.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 fit?

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 112-320 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensTamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS II USMCanon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USMCanon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM
Focal length70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8
Weight1,500 g1,490 g1,590 g1,310 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance95 cm120 cm140 cm150 cm
Length193.8 mm199 mm197 mm193.6 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesno
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Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2: FAQ

Does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has autofocus.

Does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 have image stabilization?

Yes, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 weigh?

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 weighs 1,500 g. It is 193.8 mm long with a diameter of 88 mm.

What filter size does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 use?

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is 95 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 112-320 mm in full-frame terms.

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