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Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus OIS

Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1470 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
130 cm
Length
188.3 mm

At a Glance

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is a full-frame telephoto zoom for Nikon F-mount. Its aperture stays at f/2.8 across the whole zoom range, which allows shorter shutter times and shallow depth of field. The VC optical stabilizer counters camera shake. At 1.47 kg it suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits, and a tripod mount is included.

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
23
Groups
17
Weight
1,470 g (3.24 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
130 cm (51.18 in)
Max. magnification
1:8 (0.13×)
Length
188.3 mm (7.41 in)
Diameter
85.8 mm (3.38 in)
Released
November 2012

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 F/2.8 Di VC USD fit?

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensTamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USDNIKKOR 70-200mm F/2.8E FL ED VRNikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VRNikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
Focal length70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8
Weight1,470 g1,430 g1,470 g1,540 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance130 cm110 cm140 cm140 cm
Length188.3 mm202.5 mm215 mm205.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesyes
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Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD: FAQ

Does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD has autofocus.

Does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD have image stabilization?

Yes, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD weigh?

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD weighs 1,470 g. It is 188.3 mm long with a diameter of 85.8 mm.

What filter size does the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD use?

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD is 130 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.

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