Nikon
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S — 105mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Jun 2021
Tamron
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Nikon Z Mount
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 — 70–180mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
Wins
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ANIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has higher Max magnification (1 × vs 0.34 ×)
- ANIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has lower Weight (630 g vs 855 g)
- ANIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 34 cm)
- ANIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has lower Length (138 mm vs 167 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has lower Diameter (81 mm vs 83 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
⌀81 × 138 mm
630 g (1.39 lb / 22.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
⌀83 × 167 mm
855 g (1.88 lb / 30.16 oz)
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S is 29mm shorter and 2mm narrower than 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S is 225 g lighter than 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.34 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
630 g vs 855 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 34 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
138 mm vs 167 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 83 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
- ✓
Special elements
Adds GM Aspherical, LD, XLD
- ✓
Custom function button
Only 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 supports it
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
OIS effectiveness
Both 5 stops
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
Pros
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S and 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 at major authorized retailers.
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.