Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 vs Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072)
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for macro — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 | Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 90mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072) (90mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 is first-party (Nikon) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072) is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 price on Amazon →
Check the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072) price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 and the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072)?
The Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 is 50mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072) is 90mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 and Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (F072) fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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