CDS wrote:
I currently use a Nikon ED AF 80-200mm 1:2.8 (1988 made in Japan) with a Nikon D610 & D750.It was initally used on my Nikon F4 which is now resting in the old photography box.
Im thinking of replaceing it with a TAMRON - 70-200MM F/2.I LD , which I think will have a faster focus response.
The question is , am I trading a better focus for less quality glass, or is the galss the same. The one thing I do know is the Nikon is very heavy wih out a tripod mount.
Any thoughts?
Focus is slightly faster with the Tamron LD. Sharpness is actually lower on the Tamron LD model. The newest Tamron 70-200mm F2.8 G2 would be a better choice, both in focus speed and in sharpness.