Tamron 70-200 2.8 VC G2: I am looking to acquire an 70-200 2.8 lens and I was wanting to know if anyone has an experience with the Tamron 70-200 2.8 VC G2 lens. I have the Tamron 35mm...

authorizeduser Loc: Monroe, Michigan

I am looking to acquire an 70-200 2.8 lens and I was wanting to know if anyone has an experience with the Tamron 70-200 2.8 VC G2 lens. I have the Tamron 35mm 1.4 lens and I am most happy with it. Nikon is out of the question as I can not afford $2800. Lens will be used on a Nikon D810 camera.

Thanks to all who reply .........

BigMo

I bought it for my granddaughters dance shows, where the light changes every few seconds and it works great. Also ended up using for soccer games especially the night games. Played with both Nikon and the Tamron in the camera store and didn’t see much difference. Very pleased with it.

saxman71 Loc: Wenatchee

I own both the Tamron 70x200mm, f/2.8 and the 24x70mm, f/2.8 that I couple with a Nikon D810. While I tend to use the 24x70mm more often, the 70x200mm lens delivers exceptional photos. High end Tamron lenses are well built. I have never been sorry I purchased either lens.

chuckrem Loc: Katy, Tx

I have one and use it on a Nikon D750. It's a great lens. I don't think you would be disappointed with it.

authorizeduser Loc: Monroe, Michigan

I went ahead an bought the Tamron 70-200 2.8 Di VC USD lens. Mounted to my D810 this setup is on the heavy side. Photos are super sharp. The only thing I noticed is when turning the zoom ring from 200 back to 70 it is slightly stiffer than going from 70-200. The sales guy showed me a $2100 Nikon 80-200 2.8 VRII which did the same thing, only worse. I was told this is normal and will get easier with use, so I am happy. Matches well with the D810 36MP sensor. 6 year warranty to boot .........

Drbobcameraguy Loc: Eaton Ohio

I bought mine used here on the hog. I love it. I had an older 80-200f2.8 Nikon without VR. Nice lens but the Tamron is better. You should be very happy in my opinion.

FiddleMaker Loc: Merrimac, MA

authorizeduser wrote:

I am looking to acquire an 70-200 2.8 lens and I was wanting to know if anyone has an experience with the Tamron 70-200 2.8 VC G2 lens. I have the Tamron 35mm 1.4 lens and I am most happy with it. Nikon is out of the question as I can not afford $2800. Lens will be used on a Nikon D810 camera.

Thanks to all who reply .........

I have the Tamron 24-70 2.8 G2 for my Nikon D750 and I really like it. Super fast focus. No regrets at all. I could have opted for its Nikon cousin but I did not want to shell out $2,800 for a heavier lens.

starlifter Loc: Towson, MD

Took this with my Tamron 70-200 G2 2.8 on my Nikon D810. Very Nice lens as all Tamrons G2 versions. I also have the 15-30 and 24-70.

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Charles Whittier

I have one and can tell you it is an excellent lens. Worth the price.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

authorizeduser wrote:

I am looking to acquire an 70-200 2.8 lens and I was wanting to know if anyone has an experience with the Tamron 70-200 2.8 VC G2 lens. I have the Tamron 35mm 1.4 lens and I am most happy with it. Nikon is out of the question as I can not afford $2800. Lens will be used on a Nikon D810 camera.

Thanks to all who reply .........

The Nikon 70-200 2.8 FL lens does go on sale. The last time it went on sale it was about $2100.00. You will have to be patient but the rewards of owning the finest, sharpest, 70-200 2.8 lens in the world will pay dividends every time you shoot it.

FiddleMaker Loc: Merrimac, MA

starlifter wrote:

Took this with my Tamron 70-200 G2 2.8 on my Nikon D810. Very Nice lens as all Tamrons G2 versions. I also have the 15-30 and 24-70.

Excellent !!! I also get very good results with my Tamron 24-70 G2.

FiddleMaker Loc: Merrimac, MA

starlifter wrote:

Took this with my Tamron 70-200 G2 2.8 on my Nikon D810. Very Nice lens as all Tamrons G2 versions. I also have the 15-30 and 24-70.

Has anyone done a comparison between the Tamron 70-200 G2 and the Nikon equivalent ? I think there are 2 versions of the Nikon 70-200 but I am not sure.

MrMikeFRPh Loc: Here, not there

I've had mine for about a month now and so far I love it. I shot a few kids baseball games, and then tried 2 minor league professional games. The photos were more than acceptable, and any faults lie with the photographer.
I bought this to practice/learn sports photography and have not been disappointed. Today I'm shooting high school soccer. Using on a Nikon D500.

KLambar Loc: New Jersey

I have that lens and use it on my D850.

MKMuffin

The G2 is the follow-on to the original lens. The firmware on the G2 can be updated through the Tamron Tap, which is a $60 (approximate) gadget that connects to your home computer. The G2 is my "go-to" lens for everything from portraits to wildlife and landscape photography. It seems heavy but there's a lot of glass in there.