Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
93 Overall Score
Scores
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Travel
Portrait
Video Cinema
Macro
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 17 |
| Groups | 7 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
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 Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm0.489score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.337score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm wins 5 specs while Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 wins 7.
