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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR vs Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD

Product Comparison: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR vs Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD

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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Zoom Lens

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Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD for Nikon DSLR Cameras

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General Specifications

Brand

Nikon

Tamron

Model

AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR

SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD

Origin

China

About the Product

Powerful zoom with extended reach. With a 200-500mm focal length range and constant f/5.6 aperture, this FX-format lens introduces a new level of super-telephoto versatility. Whether you shoot wildlife, birds, planes, or fast-paced sports, this lens delivers unwavering performance.

Capture the power and beauty of wildlife, birds, travel destinations, and exciting sports action close-ups with this high-performance 150 - 600mm long-range zoom. VC (Vibration Compensation) and USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) enable you to shoot crisp images of fast-moving, distant subjects handheld, while proprietary Tamron optical technology, including eBAND Coating, works to suppress flare and ghosting for impressively clear, vibrant images.

Key Specs

Mount Type

Nikon F-Bayonet

Maximum Aperture

5.6 /f

5 /f

Minimum Focal Length

200 millimeters

150 millimeters

Maximum Focal Length

500 millimeters

600 millimeters

Lens Type

Telephoto zoom

Size & Weight

Height

4.2 in.

4.13 in.

Width

4.2 in.

4.13 in.

Depth

10.5 in.

10.1 in.

Weight

81.2 oz.

68.8 oz.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Zoom Lens

It's a pity, but it's too heavy for me.
Lens is bulky.

Imaging

Minimum Focus Distance

86.6 in.

106.3 in.

Field Of View

FX 12°20' - 5° / DX 8° - 3°10'

16°25' - 4°8'

Zoom Type

Rotating

Manual

Focus

Manual Focus, Auto Focus

Auto Focus, Manual Focus

Optical Stabilization

Yes

Features

Brand Compatibility

Nikon

Sensor Type Compatibility

FX Format / DX Format

Full-Frame

Lens Groups and Elements

19 Elements in 12 Groups

20 elements in 13 groups

Number of Aperture Blades

Filter Diameter

95 millimeters

Extras

AF-S (Silent Wave Motor), Zoom Ratio 2.5 x, Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, IF Lens, Super Integrated Coating, Vibration Reduction

VC (Vibration Compensation), USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive), Equipped with full-time manual focus mechanism, Moisture-resistant construction, Protection rubber, New eBAND (Extended Bandwidth & Angular-Dependency) Coating