Nice one Dave! I especially liked the zoom comparisons. Our Tamron 17-28 & 28-200 are by far our fav lenses and I would be confident using nothing else (i do love a fast primes though) :)
Great review, nice to see the 70 and 300mm comparison. I want this for landscape, and I was worried about the darker aperture. It was either this or the 70-180 f/2.8 but not sure that has the reach I need
This was an excellent review. And I agree that stabilization isn't necessary for this kind of lens -- for video use a tripod and for stills shorten shutter speed & boost ISO.
The 70-180 is more than twice the price due to the 2.8 aperture. It's an excellent lens but quite honestly the bokeh doesn't look significantly different in many situations and you have half the reach of the 70-300. It's the nature of the zoom range.
David, how fast was the AF speed? When you went from one subject to another was the AF fast and accurate? I had the Sony version and was disappointed with it so sold it. I was waiting for Tamron or Sigma to come out with their version and try again.
I'm in the same boat axxxxman! Think I'm slightly leaning towards the Sigma 100-400 for that extra reach and lense stabilisation. It's also currently 20% off at DigiDirect at the moment.
Great review David. But I don’t know, looks quite less sharp compared to both my Tamron 28-75mm and 17-28mm. It’s good for its price indeed though. How’s the AF for video by the way?
It is sharp except at 70mm f4.5 on the corner, if you go f5.6 at this focal it should be good. Above that focal it is sharp. I ordered it. Anyway i will use mainly this lens from 80 to 300mm. The advantage is compare to a 28-200 or 28-75 is this 300mm at full frame so it means 900mm maximum with super 35 x1.5 and clearzoom x2 combined. I have the 17-28 and soon the 70-300. Which are the extremes focals that i use most. Maybe in one year i could get the 28-200 for harsh condition scenario where changing the lens os not possible.
@@briandrenth2316 These are my two contenders. It is such a difficult choice. Lighter, no IS, less reach, half the price vs Twice as heavy, IS, more reach, twice the price. I’d love to see an image quality comparison between the two.
@@chopster01 looking forward to a comparison as well. I know right away that the optical IS is a must for video at those focal lengths. I tired holding my a9 steady with my Tamron 28-200 (at 200) and even with the built in Sony IS, the footage was completely unusable. For photo on the other hand, I'm guessing the Tamron will be an excellent option.
I considered selling my 100-400 mm GM for this, but I'm too worried for diffraction on higher apertures. Instead I think I'll get the Tamron 28-200 mm for travel, and leave my 28-75 mm at home. But I'll wait until my wife orders a travel again after covid19. Then I do at least have some longer reach at travels, as 75 mm is a little too little, and the GM 100-400 is too large for travels in my opinion.
I think it is the right decision i will do the same. I have 17-28 f2.8 (outstanding. The best) i have ordered the 70-300 for wildlife and landscape (nearly 900mm possible on sony a7c) and in a year i will get the 28-200 for travel (outstanding and practical in harsh conditions where changing the lens is not recommended, like super cold or humidity condition, sea beach with sands,..) all three lens would be less than 1.5kg...and sony a7c is 509g. So full kit with 3 lens amd azden smx30 mono/stereo microphone for around 2kg. What other package beat it which covers 17-300mm fullframe?
but what about the image stabilisation? on the longest range of 300 mm (450 mm for aps-c ) .. will the lack of stability be a concern shooting a flying bird or running animal ?
@@DavidOastler do you mean that using this lens on a ff camera will crop by 1.5? and will it reduce the image quality megapixels by the same ratio? and is it the same issue with the tamron 70-180mm? many thanks
Did you call that thing a little bug....that think looks like the size of a pickup truck what the heck!!! great work like always buddy but that monster has to go lol.
I cant believe it doesn't have the VC OSS. They used to complain that the 28-200 didn't have that, and that did f5.6 at 200mm. I would want to see a long reach lens with VC from tamron, I guess they had filed a patent for a 200-800 or in that range. would like to see it manifest in reality.
Tamron's philosophy currently seems to be to focus on price, size and weight, all of which means it's unlikely to see stabilization in their lenses. You'll probably need to wait for Sigma if you want 3rd party stabilized telephotos
As others have said, it's all about giving options. If you want OSS then there's the Sony 70-300, it's more expensive, double the price, but it has OSS. If you want cheaper / smaller / lighter, then the Tamron.
Almost all Canon lenses have OS, but they're huge. These small lenses you can use on a small travel tripod. My GM 100-400 is horrible on my travel tripod, I have to bring my old, big oak tripod. That's why I considered selling it for this lens, but I don't like the diffraction of it, I think it kicks in too early. So I guess I keep my GM still.
I cant quite digest the argument that optically stabilized lenses need to b heavy. The new Nikon 70-300 APSC lens comes in 2 varieties, one with VR and other without it, the difference is a few grams and few dollars. the VC module is a small floating lens module with electronics around it. it shouldn't weigh or cost more. I think Tamron hasnt designed the current set of lens lineup for e mount to have VC integrated. theyll probably release a new premium grade lineup with VC and better build and more $$$$.
16:13 David Sir was hired for family photoshoot of birds. Cool pics
Thorough test and walk-through. Much appreciated review!
Thanks for watching
Nice one Dave! I especially liked the zoom comparisons. Our Tamron 17-28 & 28-200 are by far our fav lenses and I would be confident using nothing else (i do love a fast primes though) :)
Thanks I love my 28-75mm
Great review, nice to see the 70 and 300mm comparison. I want this for landscape, and I was worried about the darker aperture. It was either this or the 70-180 f/2.8 but not sure that has the reach I need
This was an excellent review. And I agree that stabilization isn't necessary for this kind of lens -- for video use a tripod and for stills shorten shutter speed & boost ISO.
Thanks
Excellent review thanks. Colours look great, I think I will be getting this for travel (when we’re allowed again).
Its a great lens for travel
How does the lens compare to the tele range of the 28-200?
The 28-200 is a better lens but this has the reach and it’s actually great for the price.
Great review! How does it compare to the 70-180mm in terms of image quality and sharpness?
Thanks the 70-180 is a better lens.
The 70-180 is more than twice the price due to the 2.8 aperture. It's an excellent lens but quite honestly the bokeh doesn't look significantly different in many situations and you have half the reach of the 70-300. It's the nature of the zoom range.
Would you recommend 70-300 for weddings?
Or 70-180 Tamron Sony e mount
I currently only own kit lens.
The 70-180 is better
Amazing review, seems like a great value for the money, it's very sharp where it matters.
Yes I agree
Thanks for the very detailed review, David. Have you had a chance to compare this to the Sigma 100-400?
No I haven’t but I’m not sure I would want the weight
This is a review I’d like to see
This one or get a used SonyFE 70-300?
Go to the store and try both
David, how fast was the AF speed? When you went from one subject to another was the AF fast and accurate? I had the Sony version and was disappointed with it so sold it. I was waiting for Tamron or Sigma to come out with their version and try again.
It was good except when there was little contrast
looks like a good lens for the money, I am looking at this one and the Sigma 100-400 which is larger and more expensive....decisions decisions....
Yes it’s great value
I'm in the same boat axxxxman! Think I'm slightly leaning towards the Sigma 100-400 for that extra reach and lense stabilisation. It's also currently 20% off at DigiDirect at the moment.
The hand gestures @ 3:54, 😂🤣
Great review David. But I don’t know, looks quite less sharp compared to both my Tamron 28-75mm and 17-28mm. It’s good for its price indeed though. How’s the AF for video by the way?
It’s not as sharp as those lenses but for the cost and track it’s great
I never tested video.
It is sharp except at 70mm f4.5 on the corner, if you go f5.6 at this focal it should be good. Above that focal it is sharp. I ordered it. Anyway i will use mainly this lens from 80 to 300mm. The advantage is compare to a 28-200 or 28-75 is this 300mm at full frame so it means 900mm maximum with super 35 x1.5 and clearzoom x2 combined. I have the 17-28 and soon the 70-300. Which are the extremes focals that i use most. Maybe in one year i could get the 28-200 for harsh condition scenario where changing the lens os not possible.
Great job as always thanks
Thanks Paul
It has no OSS and does it affect the focus speed and blur on the A6400 (there is no stabilization in the body)?
I found it fine as long as you up the shutter speed
Is this lens good for sports videography and photography?
Yes it’s fine.
How do you think this might compare with the Sigma 100-400?
I’ve not used the Sigma but it would be way heavier
@@DavidOastler thanks!
@@chopster01 keep in mind the sigma has optical IS. so it weighs 2.5 lb, and the tamron weighs 1.2 lb, but no IS
@@briandrenth2316 These are my two contenders. It is such a difficult choice. Lighter, no IS, less reach, half the price vs Twice as heavy, IS, more reach, twice the price. I’d love to see an image quality comparison between the two.
@@chopster01 looking forward to a comparison as well. I know right away that the optical IS is a must for video at those focal lengths. I tired holding my a9 steady with my Tamron 28-200 (at 200) and even with the built in Sony IS, the footage was completely unusable. For photo on the other hand, I'm guessing the Tamron will be an excellent option.
I considered selling my 100-400 mm GM for this, but I'm too worried for diffraction on higher apertures. Instead I think I'll get the Tamron 28-200 mm for travel, and leave my 28-75 mm at home. But I'll wait until my wife orders a travel again after covid19. Then I do at least have some longer reach at travels, as 75 mm is a little too little, and the GM 100-400 is too large for travels in my opinion.
Yes it is too big
I think it is the right decision i will do the same. I have 17-28 f2.8 (outstanding. The best) i have ordered the 70-300 for wildlife and landscape (nearly 900mm possible on sony a7c) and in a year i will get the 28-200 for travel (outstanding and practical in harsh conditions where changing the lens is not recommended, like super cold or humidity condition, sea beach with sands,..) all three lens would be less than 1.5kg...and sony a7c is 509g. So full kit with 3 lens amd azden smx30 mono/stereo microphone for around 2kg. What other package beat it which covers 17-300mm fullframe?
looks good
It’s great value
Would this be a good addition for a Sony A6400?
Yes it is great for the reach.
but what about the image stabilisation? on the longest range of 300 mm (450 mm for aps-c ) .. will the lack of stability be a concern shooting a flying bird or running animal ?
No you just need to make sure your shutter speed is fast enough
What sony A5100 fix?
Jpegs out of the camera usually have way too much sharpness applied...
Hmm...
Did you shoot this video in burst mode with your camera?
I’ve got no idea what you mean.
All of the shots in this video where you're sitting at your desk appear to be recorded at 10fps.
No must be a UA-cam thing
is it an aps-c lens? and what the meaning if i shoot with this lens on a ff camera?
It will crop by 1.5
@@DavidOastler do you mean that using this lens on a ff camera will crop by 1.5? and will it reduce the image quality megapixels by the same ratio? and is it the same issue with the tamron 70-180mm? many thanks
@@gangofarid536 the image quality is the same but you do lose roughly 1/2 the resolution. APSC lenses are best on APSC cameras.
@@DavidOastler but is the tamron 70-30mm an aps-c lens or ff lens? many thanks 💗⚘
Did you call that thing a little bug....that think looks like the size of a pickup truck what the heck!!! great work like always buddy but that monster has to go lol.
Lol
I cant believe it doesn't have the VC OSS. They used to complain that the 28-200 didn't have that, and that did f5.6 at 200mm. I would want to see a long reach lens with VC from tamron, I guess they had filed a patent for a 200-800 or in that range. would like to see it manifest in reality.
You could not expect it for $550 dollars
Tamron's philosophy currently seems to be to focus on price, size and weight, all of which means it's unlikely to see stabilization in their lenses. You'll probably need to wait for Sigma if you want 3rd party stabilized telephotos
As others have said, it's all about giving options. If you want OSS then there's the Sony 70-300, it's more expensive, double the price, but it has OSS. If you want cheaper / smaller / lighter, then the Tamron.
Almost all Canon lenses have OS, but they're huge. These small lenses you can use on a small travel tripod. My GM 100-400 is horrible on my travel tripod, I have to bring my old, big oak tripod. That's why I considered selling it for this lens, but I don't like the diffraction of it, I think it kicks in too early. So I guess I keep my GM still.
I cant quite digest the argument that optically stabilized lenses need to b heavy. The new Nikon 70-300 APSC lens comes in 2 varieties, one with VR and other without it, the difference is a few grams and few dollars. the VC module is a small floating lens module with electronics around it. it shouldn't weigh or cost more. I think Tamron hasnt designed the current set of lens lineup for e mount to have VC integrated. theyll probably release a new premium grade lineup with VC and better build and more $$$$.
That other lens at 13 mins... it’s not the samyang 35 1.8 ?
No it was the pergear 35mm f1.2mm
I normally give you a thumbs down
Thumbs up great video
Lol
3 thumbs down never watch the video
what ff did you test it on?
Sony a7iii