Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
Nikon
81 Overall Score
vs
Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Tamron
100 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED | Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | — | 16 |
| Groups | — | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.07 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | RXD |
| Stabilization | — | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.20x | 1:4.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
- Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
No current pricing available
Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
