Nikon
Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G
Prime/zoom
88
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Tamron
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Prime/Zoom
88
/ 100
From $899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G lands at 88 and Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G 88
vs 88 Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Score breakdown
Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G
88 sharpness 88
af 84
build 90
value 86
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
88 sharpness 88
af 87
build 94
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G | Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 |
|---|
Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
FAQ: Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G vs Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Which is better, Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G or Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G worth the price? +
At $1,599, Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in build.
Is Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 worth the price? +
At $899, Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in build.
Does Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G or Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.