Comparison of Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor and Tamron SP AF 300mm f/2.8 LD IF

Attribute	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor ×	Tamron SP AF 300mm f/2.8 LD IF ×
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.16	0.141
Filter Size (mm)	52	43
Focus Details	Internal with SWM; 3 focus modes (M, M/A and A/M), focus preset with Memory Recall, Focus Limiter Switch	Internal; Focus ring slides back and forth to switch between AF and MF
Closest Focus (m)	2.3	2.5
Lens Construction	11 elements in 8 groups (including 3 ED glass elements and 1 meniscus protective glass element)	10 elements in 7 groups, including 2 LD elements
Length (mm)	267.5	215.9
Focal Length (mm)	300.00	300.00
Diaphragm Blades Type	rounded	-
Brand	Nikon	Tamron
Image Circle	35mm	35mm
Name	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor	Tamron SP AF 300mm f/2.8 LD IF
Weight (g)	2900	2800
Type	Telephoto Prime	Telephoto Prime
Notes	Image Stabilization	Available AF Mounts: Canon, Minolta, Nikon; Included Accessories: Lens Hood, Case
APS Equivalent	450mm	1.5x: 450mm; 1.6x: 480mm
Aperture (f)	2.80 - 22.00	2.80 - 32.00
Diaphragm Blades	9	9
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	8.20	8.00
Diameter (mm)	124	120