Canon ef 70 200mm f 2 8l usm vs tamron sp 70 200mm f 2 8 di vc usd?

Both are f/2.8 zooms covering 70-200mm on full frame, and both work the same way on APS-C. On the specs I list, the Tamron is the better buy. It has image stabilisation, and the Canon doesn't. That helps when you're shooting handheld at slower shutter speeds, which is common for sport from the sideline and for portraits outdoors. The Tamron also fits Nikon F as well as Canon EF, so it's the more flexible choice.

If you're on Canon, the Tamron still makes the stronger case here. Check the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM and the Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD pages for the full list of compatible bodies. For what to shoot with it, see Wildlife and sport and Portraits.

Written by Claude from this site's pages.