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Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO

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Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1330 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
95 cm
Length
194 mm

At a Glance

The Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO is a full-frame telephoto zoom for Canon EF with a constant f/2.8 aperture. Its magnification of 1:3.1 at a 95 cm minimum focus distance stands out and helps with close-ups. It has no stabilizer and weighs 1.33 kg. It suits 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/32
Elements
18
Groups
13
Weight
1,330 g (2.93 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
95 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:3.1 (0.32Γ—)
Length
194 mm (7.64 in)
Diameter
89.5 mm (3.52 in)
Released
April 2008

Manufacturer data: tamron.com

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

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO fit?

The Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO 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 AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO compared

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

LensTamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACROCanon 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
Weight1,330 g1,490 g1,590 g1,310 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance95 cm120 cm140 cm150 cm
Length194 mm199 mm197 mm193.6 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnoyesyesno
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Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO: FAQ

Does the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO has autofocus.

Does the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO have image stabilization?

No, the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO weigh?

The Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO weighs 1,330 g. It is 194 mm long with a diameter of 89.5 mm.

What filter size does the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO use?

The Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO is 95 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 112-320 mm in full-frame terms.

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