p.2 #2 · Experiences with the Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8?
You should also consider the Sigma 28-105mm 2.8. I've got one as well as 16-35mm and 24-70m GMII and really like it.
snegron7 wrote:
I've read several online reviews of the Tamron 35-150mm f2/2.8, and most of them are positive. The focal length, wide aperture and weather resistance of this lens seem to be exactly what I need. However, I'd like to hear from real people who have actually used this lens (as opposed to online bloggers who most likely get paid to say wonderful things about photography equipment).
I currently own a few Tamron lenses (17-28mm f2.8, 20-40mm f2.8, 28-200mm f2.8/5.6), and I absolutely love them! However, I have also owned (but subsequently sold) Tamron lenses that weren't as great as online reviewers painted them to be (28-75mm f2.8 G2, 24mm f2.8 prime, both showed heavy vignetting up to f5.6). Also, my current 20-40mm f2.8 doesn't render colors as great as my first 20-40mm f2.8 that I regret having sold some time ago.
My reason for wanting this lens is because the larger aperture would work better for low light captures and shallower depth of field for subject isolation/blurred backgrounds compared to my current 28-200mm. The 35-150mm f2/2.8 would pair well with my 17-28mm f2.8 for use in evening street shot captures where low light prevails. Again, my 28-200 works very well in daylight, but f5.6 at the long end is not ideal for low light capture.
I am well aware that this is a heavy lens. I'd like to hear from folks who have actually used this lens. How well does the AF tracking work? Does it show vignetting wide open? If so, at what aperture does the vignetting go away? Is it sharp wide open? How's the weather sealing?
Before I "take the plunge" and buy the 35-150mm f2/2.8, I'd like to hear from those of you who actually used this lens.
p.s. I shoot stills only, no video whatsoever on my A7iv or A7c. My plan is to use it for travel. And, I can't afford the Sony 50-150 f2, so that is not an option. I don't mind the variable aperture of f2/2.8, as I would shoot it at f2.8 most of the time if I could. ...Show more →
p.2 #4 · Experiences with the Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8?
I think if I were to try this lens today, I'd start with the Samyang / Rokinon. It doesn't have as nice AF and has some nasty zoom creep but... It goes on sale and can be had for half the price of the Tamron, if I recall correctly...
p.2 #6 · Experiences with the Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8?
HeavyEd2021 wrote:
Hello All. I too am looking into this lens for the new sony a7rvi. I hope this is the lens to pair it with right out of the gate...🤞
You won’t be disappointed. It’s a superb lens and is so flexible it negates the need for several other lenses. It is heavy, but totally manageable if you carry your camera in a sling bag for quick access. Use it with a 18, 20, or 24mm small prime and there isn’t much you can’t photograph. Or even pair it with a 16-35 or Tamron’s own 17-28/2.8.
p.2 #7 · Experiences with the Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8?
Thanks Mudlake.....
I do plan on adding a 24, then the 16-35. As stated, I want to start with the 35-150 and I think thats the route I'll go. Thanks for the insite.
Best.
Ed.
mudlake wrote:
You won’t be disappointed. It’s a superb lens and is so flexible it negates the need for several other lenses. It is heavy, but totally manageable if you carry your camera in a sling bag for quick access. Use it with a 18, 20, or 24mm small prime and there isn’t much you can’t photograph. Or even pair it with a 16-35 or Tamron’s own 17-28/2.8.
