Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di LD : Specifications and Opinions

Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di LD

The Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di LD is a tele lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 2008 to 2020 (discontinued). The focus is done by Lens AF motor (non-ultrasonic), it does not have image stabilization. The average price was 642 €;

84 users have given it an average vote of 9.3 out of 10.

MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Canon EF: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Canon EF.

Nikon F: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Nikon.

Sony A-mount: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Sony A-mount.

Pentax: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Pentax.

Specifications
Focal lenght	70-200 mm
Angle of view	34.4 - 12.4°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/2.8
Aperture blades	9
Lenses/Groups	19 elements in 16 groups
Min. focus distance	0.95 meters
Reproduction ratio	0.32x
Features
Zoom type	Ring, interal
Stabilization	No
Focus	Lens AF motor (non-ultrasonic)
Internal Focus	Yes
Built and notes
Tripod ring	Yes
Extenders	Yes
Filters	77 mm
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	No
Weight	1330 g
Dimensions	90 x 194 mm
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The following opinions have been automatically translated with Google Translate.

Gattoq

sent on 18 Gennaio 2026

Pros: Practical, punchy

Cons: Perhaps the lack of the stabilizer (present instead in the next model)

Opinion: What can I say.. I had the "stabilized" brother in repair and I immediately looked for a replacement for some upcoming shooting. I found this model at a really bargain price (and probably those who sold it used it very little); I must say that it surprised me, it is really practical and I also used manual focus, selectable from the ring itself (without going looking for who knows what button): Maybe it's because I'm back in the days of analog cameras and lenses but I found it really good. Repaired the official 70-200 this one I certainly did not resell it indeed it willingly remains in the lens park. The results are very good, of course you have to keep in mind that you can run into the error of micro-blur. fortunately the hand is still quite steady (even if I use the f4 as a maximum aperture)

Angelo68

sent on 08 Gennaio 2026

Pros: On K1 really remarkable autofocus, a very high level of sharpness and a soft and pleasant blur

Cons: The only real flaw, in my opinion, is the weight

Opinion: I purchased the Tamron 70-200 f/2.8 Macro second-hand after reading very mixed opinions about the quality of the lens. From the first shots, however, I was pleasantly surprised, used on Pentax K1 offers a truly remarkable autofocus speed, a very high level of sharpness and a soft and pleasant blur. It is, ultimately, a lens that struck me positively much more than I expected. The only real flaw, in my opinion, is the weight, combined with the already robust K1 becomes a rather demanding combination to carry around. You must therefore carefully evaluate when and how much you are willing to move with this setup. That said, it remains a truly remarkable goal.

Paolo Calderara

sent on 13 Marzo 2025

Pros: Price, color rendering, image balance (sharpness, colors, detail)

Cons: manual focus, weight (but with 2.8 brightness at all apertures is normal), no weather sealing

Opinion: In 2020 I bought a Pentax k1 Mk 2 camera body which in my opinion is an excellent camera except for sports photos, with too low shutter speed. In addition to the Pentax 24-70 I needed a medium telephoto and I was leaning towards the 70-200. I have been monitoring the price of the Pentax 70 200 f2.8 for a year but the price has never dropped below 1800 €, excluding purchases from Japan / USA or "scam" suppliers. I found the Used Tamron for less than 400 € and I didn't hesitate to buy it. It was a surprise !. Apart from the fact that it is in excellent condition, it works really well and pairs great with the K1. The autofocus works well, at least for landscape and portrait photos. The greatest advantages are the balance of the images (detail with the full frame, colors, sharpness) and the solid construction. In my kit there are mainly Pentax lenses but I also have two Sigma, including the 150 - 500 mm that I use with the Pentax K 5 for sports photos. I tried to compare the Sigma 150-500 with the Tamron at the same focal length (200mm) and I have to say that the Tamron comes out on top with no history. I know that this is an incorrect comparison due to the difference in characteristics of the two lenses. The Tamron is on another level and deserves the SP (Superior performance) label in its own right. I agree with those who say that the age of a lens (2008 in this case) is not necessarily a problem: a good lens remains a valid friend if used for what its potential is. It makes no sense to compare a lens that costs less than €400 with an original that you don't get for less than €1800.

Carlojvan Pellegrini

sent on 18 Agosto 2023

Pros: Construction, aesthetics, balance

Cons: Lack of tropicalization, stabilization and focus stroke limiter.

Opinion: Purchased instead of the Nikon 70/200 f4 VR, built in Thailand, after owning the top, for others, Nikon 70/200 f2.8 VR, I must say that it is an excellent lens with an amazing value for money. I read about speed problems for AF, not suitable for sports photography; looking in the Sports gallery, the photos of Philip Mok, I realize that, if I achieve similar results, for me it would be more than fine. Tested on planes on landing, it's fine at the moment. I have it for too little to say more, but from the first photos I consider it suitable for me. I reserve the right to post more, positive or negative, when I have tried it on outdoor courts or in gyms. For now it is a pleasure to have it. Sorry to intrude

Lorenzo Vezzali

sent on 03 Maggio 2021

Pros: Optical performance, price, aesthetics, macro (little macro).

Cons: Manuel focus NOT continuous, AF useful only for static photos.

Opinion: I have to say thank you to Tamron for creating this goal, which allows photo amateurs like me to approach a lens with professional openness without too much expense. This 70-200 f2.8 was my photography school and I'm very fond of it. Let's start with listing its flaws, first of all the non-continuous manual focus and the autofocus itself. Let's be clear, nowadays this is a lens that lends itself to landscape and portrait use, however the AF sometimes does not find the subject, even if stationary, and consequently looks for it from 0.95m until infinity. Especially for this reason the inability to act in full time MF makes the shooting experience nervous. The manual focus, however, is managed by a beautiful and large ring placed at the end of the barrel. What convinced me instead is optical performance. Tamron wasn't churning out targets like the G2 at the time, able to compete with nikon ones, but I think he did a better job with this lens than expected. To make you understand I also have a newer 24-70 2.8 G1 and I think this 70-200 is relatively superior to him, especially in colors. Finally the lens is sharp already at TA (except in close ups where at 2.8 it is soft), while closing it becomes very sharp. The lack of stabilisation is certainly felt when the light falls, but honestly I have never felt able to criticize it for this also because I prefer not to have it rather than have a poor stabilization from the non-first-class objective of 2008.

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