Tamron SP G005NII
As the first f/2.0 macro lens for APS-C DSLRs, it pairs a bright maximum aperture with a class-leading 100mm working distance and two LD elements for sharp 1:1 magnification. Internal focusing and a full-time manual control mechanism offer precise handling, while the 400g build and 93mm equivalent focal length make it a versatile portrait option. This lens is best for Nikon DX-format macro shooters who prioritize a fast aperture and extended working distance for detailed close-up work.
About This Lens
The Tamron SP AF60mm F/2.0 Di II LD Macro Lens with Nikon Mount?is the first medium telephoto macro lens designed for APS-C size DSLR cameras that features a fast maximum aperture of F/2.0, one stop faster than the F/2.8 maximum aperture found on conventional macro lenses in the same class. The SP AF 60mm F/2.0 covers an equivalent angle of view of 93mm when converted to the 35mm format. With its fast F/2.0 maximum aperture, this new macro lens delivers dramatically attractive blurred background effects. And the addition of Internal Focusing (IF) and Full Time Manual Focus Control Mechanism to its list of highlight features makes this lightweight and compact 1:1 macro lens incredibly easy to use. FEATURES: World's first F2 Macro for APS-C DSLRsLongest working distance in its class (100mm)93mm equivalent on APS-C DSLRsFull-time manual control mechanismTwo LD Glass elementsInternal FocusingIdeal for portrait and macro shootingBuilt-In-Motor for use on all Nikon DSLR cameras
- World's first F2.0 Macro for APS-C DSLRs; ideal for portrait and macro shooting
- Longest working distance in its class (100mm); Two LD Glass elements
- 93mm equivalent on APS-C DSLRs
- Full-time manual control mechanism; Internal Focusing
- For Nikon digital SLRs
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong macro (91th percentile) 91th
Cons
- Below average bokeh (1th percentile) 1th
- Below average aperture (1th percentile) 1th
- Below average versatility (34th percentile) 34th
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile) 35th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 60 |
| Focal Length Max | 60 |
| ED Elements | 2 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/60 |
| Min Aperture | 2 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Built-In-Motor |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 100 |
| Max Magnification | 1:1 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Tamron SP G005NII | Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS | Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z | Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 | Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 60mm | 70-200mm | 55mm | 14-24mm | 28-200mm | 35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/60 | 2.8 | f/1.4 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/1.7 |
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Nikon Z |
| Stabilization | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 400 | 176 | 280 | 649 | 413 | 180 |
| AF Type | Built-In-Motor | HLA | STM | stepping motor | Autofocus | STM |
| Lens Type | macro | telephoto | prime | wide-angle | macro | prime |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamron SP G005NII | 53.3 | 0.9 | 44.4 | 91 | 35.3 | 1 | 43.6 | 34 | 60.3 | 34.5 |
| Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Compare | 53.3 | 87.2 | 93.2 | 46.2 | 99.7 | 79.1 | 62.7 | 79.6 | 89.9 | 99.9 |
| Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z Compare | 85.5 | 94.9 | 72.8 | 94.6 | 49.7 | 94.8 | 79.9 | 34 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Compare | 85.5 | 81.2 | 55.5 | 97.6 | 82.5 | 79.1 | 0 | 69.2 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 Compare | 53.3 | 71.9 | 73.7 | 87.8 | 91.2 | 65.6 | 0 | 95.9 | 89.9 | 99.5 |
| Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z Compare | 85.5 | 92.7 | 92.8 | 72 | 63.1 | 91.8 | 62.7 | 34 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
Usage Scores
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