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

Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus

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

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1150 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
95 cm
Length
194.3 mm
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At a Glance

This full-frame telephoto zoom for Nikon F-mount runs from 70 to 200 mm and holds f/2.8 throughout. A magnification of 1:3.1 at a 95 cm minimum focus distance gives it real close-up ability for a zoom of this kind. It weighs 1.15 kg and has no stabilizer. It suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Good for

  • Sports
  • Wildlife
  • Events
  • Portraits

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Technical Specifications

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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
1,150 g (2.54 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
95 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:3.1 (0.32×)
Length
194.3 mm (7.65 in)
Diameter
89.5 mm (3.52 in)
Released
May 2008

Manufacturer data: tamron.com

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

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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 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

Full frame:
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

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

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

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

LensTamron SP AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRONIKKOR 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
Weight1,150 g1,430 g1,470 g1,540 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance95 cm110 cm140 cm140 cm
Length194.3 mm202.5 mm215 mm205.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnoyesyesyes
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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 1,150 g. It is 194.3 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 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.

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