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Black cylindrical telephoto zoom lens with silver focus and zoom rings, Nikon mount visible at base

Tamron

Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 SP G2 camera lens - Nikon

SKU CH-285Y-0723G

A telephoto zoom covering 70 to 200 mm with a constant f/2.8 aperture, vibration compensation rated to five stops, ultrasonic autofocus with full-time manual override.

  • Focus systemManual Focus
  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Bright f/2.8 constant aperture for low-light shooting
  • One XLD and five LD elements reduce colour fringing
  • BBAR and eBAND coatings cut flare and ghosting
  • Vibration Compensation up to five stops steadies handheld shots
  • Ring-type USD motor gives fast autofocus with full-time manual override

Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 SP G2 Lens

The Tamron SP 70-200mm G2 is a telephoto zoom lens for Nikon F-mount cameras with a constant f/2.8 aperture. It uses XLD and LD glass elements plus BBAR and eBAND coatings to minimise aberrations and flare. A Vibration Compensation system corrects up to five stops of shake for steadier handheld shots.

Suits portrait and event shooters.

Photographers who need a fast, stabilised telephoto zoom for portraits, events or sports will benefit from the ring-type USD autofocus and full-time manual override. The dust- and moisture-resistant build supports outdoor use. Buyers who require wider focal lengths or a lighter prime lens should consider other options.

Constant f/2.8 aperture across 70-200mm range

The fixed f/2.8 maximum aperture is maintained throughout the entire zoom range, providing consistent exposure and depth-of-field control from 70mm to 200mm. This single specification determines whether the lens matches the low-light and subject-isolation requirements of the intended shooting style.

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Price $1,155.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTAMRON
Model nameNot Available
Product typeZoom Lens
Audio & video
Focus systemManual Focus

Questions about this item

Which Nikon camera bodies can use the 70-200mm f/2.8 SP G2 lens?

The lens uses the Nikon F mount so it works on FX and DX SLRs, and on Z-series mirrorless cameras via the FTZ adapter.

Will the Vibration Compensation system still help when I shoot handheld with an older DSLR that lacks in-body stabilization?

Yes, the built-in VC provides up to five stops of shake correction independently of the camera body.

How can I confirm the autofocus motor is operating correctly after mounting the lens?

Half-press the shutter and listen for the quiet ring-type USD drive moving the focus group, then check that the focus-distance window updates smoothly.

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