Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm
Nikon
78 Overall Score
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
93 Overall Score
Scores
Professional
Budget
Portrait
Video Cinema
Macro
Street
Landscape
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 17 |
| Groups | 7 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 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 | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 163 mm★ | 180 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:1 | 1:2.7 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong macro (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm0.401score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.337score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
