Tamron A034
Offering a constant f/4 aperture across its 70-210mm range, the 20-element optical design with three LD glass elements and internal zooming mechanism delivers sharp, sag-free results in a 848g body. Its best-in-class 1:3.1 maximum magnification and 37.4-inch close-focus distance allow for detailed near-macro telephoto shots, complemented by moisture-resistant sealing. This lens suits Nikon full-frame shooters prioritizing event, portrait, and close-up versatility over travel portability.
About This Lens
Model A034 boasts the highest?in?class maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.1 and the shortest?in?class* MOD of 37.4 in. The shorter working distance enables photographers to capture close?up images of small objects like flowers while using a telephoto zoom. *Among 70?200mm F/4 class interchangeable lenses for full?frame DSLR cameras.
- High-performance while maintaing constant f/4 aperture
- Moisture–Resistant Construction with layered protection
- 20 elements in 14 groups with 3 LD glass elements
- Internal zooming mechanism prevents lens "sagging"
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong optical (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong versatility (82th percentile) 82th
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong aperture (66th percentile) 66th
Cons
- Below average build (18th percentile) 18th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 70 |
| Focal Length Max | 210 |
| Elements | 20 |
| Groups | 14 |
| ED Elements | 3 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | 4 |
| Min Aperture | 4 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 kg / 1.9 lbs |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | USD |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 950 |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.1 |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Tamron A034 | 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 | Sony G SEL1655G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 70-210mm | 70-200mm | 55mm | 14-24mm | 28-200mm | 16-55mm |
| Max Aperture | 4 | 2.8 | f/1.4 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | true | true | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 848 | 176 | 280 | 649 | 413 | 494 |
| AF Type | USD | HLA | STM | stepping motor | Autofocus | XD Linear Motor |
| Lens Type | telephoto | telephoto | prime | wide-angle | macro | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamron A034 | 53.3 | 63.8 | 17.8 | 38.8 | 91.2 | 65.6 | 43.6 | 82.2 | 44.4 | 79.7 |
| 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 |
| Sony G SEL1655G Compare | 98 | 81.2 | 67 | 62.5 | 95.8 | 79.1 | 0 | 85 | 89.9 | 34.5 |
Usage Scores
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