Tamron - 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Z Mount Cameras
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$1049 is 21% above the $870 category median.
Brand: Tamron
Category: Lens
A professional Tamron Nikon Z-mount 70-180 mm zoom lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture.
PQS: 92 (computed 2026-04-28 07:03)
GTIN-14: 00725211650027
Key specs
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Focal length
70-180 mm
Max aperture
f/2.8
Mount
Nikon Z
Minimum focus distance
11.8 inches
Weight
1.9 pounds
Pros & Cons
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✓ Pros
No standout strengths detected
✗ Cons
- Weight Kg (0.86) — bottom 23% of lenss
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| Best Buy | 6665272 | 1049.0 USD | In stock | View offer → | 2026-04-28 04:58 |
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Full specs
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| Focal length | 70-180 mm |
|---|---|
| Max aperture | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Nikon Z |
| Weight (kg) | 0.86 |
| Reconciled at | 2026-03-06 10:56 |
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