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bollywood1970
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Location: Canada
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Review Date: Sep 22, 2008
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| Rating: 9
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A great bang for the buck! Good for lowlight photography. Nice wide angle! Great colour/contrast.
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Hunts in low light causing focus to not lock in on target, barrel distortion at 17mm. A little on the noisy side. Hood can cast a shadow when using external flash.
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I recently used this lens to shoot a wedding in bright and low light conditions and the results were not bad! Here is a sample of the shots taken.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/reggies_pics/sets/72157607294942700/show/
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 Sep 22, 2008
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MadPriest
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Location: Canada
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Review Date: Sep 18, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $638.00
| Rating: 8
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Fast, lightweight
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not too fast when the light is poor
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Sep 18, 2008
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enti
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Location: United Kingdom
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Review Date: Sep 14, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
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| Rating: 9
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fast, constant aperture, light, nice action, discreet, good lens-cap, excellent grip, lens hood included
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This is the first non-canon lens I have bought. I was slightly wary, but wanted a general lens for my cropped 450D and felt the Canon equivalent was too big & heavy...I already have a 5D & 24-105 so this is my "lightweight, walk-around" solution.
I have not been disappointed - even when comparing it to Canon lenses much more expensive, this lens feels quality & delivers sharp, accurate photos every time. The relatively small size/weight makes it an ideal match for the smaller EOS bodies.
The image quality is sensational, the manufacturing quality beats some of my Canon lenses and is first class - nice sticky grip, "damped" zoom action, accurate & quick focusing.
In terms of value for money, this takes some beating. I love my L's and will not try to compare this to them, but this tamron compares extremely well to the consumer Canons, yet delivers at a much lower price point.
If I were trying to be critical, the motor is slightly noisy (but not annoyingly so) and I'm so used to Canon zooms that I find the "opposite direction" zoom a bit fiddly (but that is hardly a major concern either).
All in all, an excellent lens, especially for the price.
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Sep 14, 2008
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zincmask
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Location: United States
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Review Date: Sep 11, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $450.00
| Rating: 10
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IQ, Apeture(2.8), Price,
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Bokeh, Lowlight AF performance, Slower AF compared to Ultrasonic lens
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Great lens! I have changed from 18-55 kit lens, to 24-105 L lens, and finally to Tamron 17-50. Since I got this lens, my 50.8 lens eating dust!! Sharp wide open!! It can stand against prime lens , if just looking at the sharpness. But I do like the bokeh from the nifty-fifty. But it has better AF than 50.8, which for me it means, it's more reliable. Anyways, must try!!!
(Oh BTW, it took me 3 tries to pick the right lens! =(
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Sep 11, 2008
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vve77
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Location: Netherlands
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Review Date: Aug 31, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: Not Indicated
| Rating: 9
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Sharpness, price, constant f/2.8 aperture at all focal lengths
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CA sometimes visible, occasional focus hunting in low light
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For the price it's nearly impossible to get a better performing lens.
I also considered the Sigma 17-70, but I'm glad I've chosen the Tamron. Sharpness is very good at all focal lengths and aperture settings. Barrel distortion at 17 mm is there, but not much of a problem. F/2.8 is perfectly usable at all focal lengths which makes it a good indoor lens.
Focus is generally acurate, but on my 350D it sometimes hunts in low light or in some backlit conditions. I've read this is mostly a 350D issue. I've seen it focus a number of times in complete darkness though using AF assist beam.
The lens is very resistant to flaring. CA is well controlled, but visble in some shots at pixel level. Nothing really to worry about.
The AF is noisy, but I don't mind. The zoom ring turns opposite to Canon, but I like it that way.
At EUR 320 ($470) it is almost guaranteed to please you.
It's been said that there may be quality issues with the Chinese-built version. I've got the Japanese-built lens.
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Aug 31, 2008
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zshaft
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Location: Japan
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Review Date: Aug 31, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $330.00
| Rating: 9
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very sharp, price, +hood, not heavy, good for low-light condition
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noisy, distortion.
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i bought this lens in my country about a month ago.
just got recommendation from someone, to replace the kit lens (canon 400d).
after i tried the lens in certain locations n events, i become very pleased with the IQ it brings. Very sharp images,even in low-light indoors without flash, while the aperture is 2.8.
well, the problems i found from this lens is about the distortion at the widest angle, also from the noise it makes to search the focus, but i think it's still acceptable for me..
(considering the price).
I highly recommend this lens for you who wants to replace the kit lens.
Thanks
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Aug 31, 2008
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photog4fun
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Location: United States
Posts: 113
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Review Date: Aug 29, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: Not Indicated
| Rating: 9
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This lens is my walk around lens. I use it 80% of the time. It is wonderfully sharp and fast and light. I've had it a year and am very happy with it.
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Aug 29, 2008
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pointerDixie21
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Review Date: Aug 22, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $400.00
| Rating: 9
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Sharp as can be at f/2.8, great colors, great contrast, good build quality, and perfect focal range for crop cam walk around lens.
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Zoom ring rotates in opposite direction as Canon and Sigma zoom rings.
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Great lens for the money!!! I wish it were built just a touch better (my Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8 EX DG is better built for half the price). Great focus (although a bit loud) and this lens will be on my 30D most of the time. I think the Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8 is a better bargain, but if you need 17mm or have the money, this is the better lens, despite the inferior build quality.
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Aug 22, 2008
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bellini5
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Location: Georgia
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Review Date: Aug 17, 2008
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Recommend? no |
Price paid: Not Indicated
| Rating: 4
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Small, good construction
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Image quality is on average side (about half of pictures is blur)
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Purchased online from Dell store. Testing in real life brought very unsatisfied results – more than 50% of pictures were out of focus, the remaining still were worse than made by Canon 10-22mm lens (at 17mm). I had to send it to Tamron USA for repair. However, nothing changed after I received it back!
In lab testing (with tripod) the lens showed much better results – sharp in center at any aperture, corner improves gradually at f.4-5.6-8. Is compatible with Canon EF-S10-22mm (at 17mm) and better than Canon EF 28-105/3.5-4.5 (at 50mm).
Very controversial results, so I can not consider it as a stable lens. For my opinion a price for this lens is a bit higher.
Autofocus is fast enough and the motor sound does not bother me.
Camera: Canon EOS350D
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Aug 17, 2008
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ouzzan
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Location: Indonesia
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Review Date: Aug 17, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: Not Indicated
| Rating: 9
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quite sharp when wide open, the low price compared ti 17-55 nikon,
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plasticky (but I have the japan one ;), focus hunt
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Aug 17, 2008
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Etienne Otero
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Location: United States
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Review Date: Aug 4, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $410.00
| Rating: 10
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Fast zoom and focus, super sharp at all mm's.
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none at all...
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The perfect lens... After using the equivalent Nikon 17-55 DX for over a year, bought the Tamron just to try it (after testing 4 different ones at the store and choosing the sharpest of all). I could nos see the difference in quality and color rendition between the two, so the Nikon was sold and I kept the Tamron. Saved $500 on top of that. Bottom line, if you want to buy this lens, try a few of them before you slide the credit card and you'll be very happy.
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Aug 4, 2008
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Edward Gill
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Location: United States
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Review Date: Jul 31, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $400.00
| Rating: 9
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Optical quality, weight, warranty, versatility, reliability, hood provided.
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Focus ring turns, not full time manual focus.
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For optics compare DXO performance on SLRgear:
Outperforms Canon 20mm f2.8 @ 17mm (20mm not tested)
Outperforms Canon 24mm f2.8 @ 24mm
Outperforms Canon 28mm F2.8 @ 28mm
Outperforms Canon 35mm F2.0 @ 35mm
Matches Canon 50mm F1.8 @ 50mm
And it's a constant aperature zoom!
How much more do you want out of a $ 350-400 lens?
Color cast - who cares if you're shooting digital? Since this is a reduced image circle lens color cast would only affect APS film shooters so I don't understand issues with color cast when shooting digital - learn to use custome WB if your needs are that critical.
Construction is solid and stable plus with a six year warranty compared to Canon's one year - again what else do you want?
My cheapo Tamron 19-35mm is four years old and still works perfectly - and still under warranty.
Lens caps are superior to most OEM caps. Comes with a lens hood (not a $20 - $40 extra). Works on my 10D and my 40D - Canon EF-S wont - THANKS CANON! Thank you Tamron, Tokina, and Sigma for making reduced image circle lenses that work on my 10D.
No issues with focusing - but - this lens has fairly substantial field curvature at wide-wide settings so that my be throwing some focusing off. Use center focus point on critical element and re-compose if you must use 17mm at 2.8-4.0. Otherwise stop down for depth of field/focus.
For value, this is a 10+. Not a perfect lens because of field curvature and old motor style (slightly slower focusing than USM lenses). If you get a bad one - you have six years to return for repair, Tamron is vey responsive on their rebates - unlike you know who, and I understand on repair also - but I have never had to have one returned or repaired.
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Jul 31, 2008
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jvarszegi
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Review Date: Jul 25, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: Not Indicated
| Rating: 2
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Cheap for what it is supposed to be
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Not cheap for the performance actually delivered; sharpness, especially wide open; color cast; AF accuracy
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My copy front-focused on two bodies, had a warm color cast, and just wasn't sharp at f/2.8 . This is the last time I fall prey to the hype over bargain lenses.
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Jul 25, 2008
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Deb0.friday
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Review Date: Jul 23, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $410.00
| Rating: 8
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Very sharp at f4 and down. Good focusing speed and excellent accuracy. Excellent performance for price!
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Begins to soften at 3.5 and wider. Noticeable Barrel distortion at 17mm. focusing motor is somewhat noisy. Contrast needs improvement.
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Replaced the kit lens with this one. Very nice upgrade as general purpose. Image quality is excellent at most apertures and focal length. Contrast not as good as Canon glass.
Construction, focusing motor is what holds this unit back from being a 9 or 10. My first copy's outer lip broke and I had to return it. Service was slow, but they fixed it the first time. Would I recommend this lens for those who want the best quality on a budget? YES!!!
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Jul 23, 2008
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emandavi
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Review Date: Jul 12, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $300.00
| Rating: 10
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Wide Angle, fast aperture, works even on 10D or D60/D30 (Unlike Canon's EF-S lenses), and sharp! Price is perfect.
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None
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This is the lens that gets used no matter what event I'm doing. And I own the Canon 70-200 2.8L IS, Canon 24-70 2.8L, Canon 200 2.8L, etc. Almost all my lenses are L lenses, and then I bought this one. It's fantastic. I didn't want to spend money on the Canon 17-40L, and I'm glad I didn't.
So now I've even bought the Tamron 70-200 2.8 lens, and I have no regrets!!!!!
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Jul 12, 2008
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Chester Le
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Review Date: Jul 8, 2008
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $430.00
| Rating: 7
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sharp when focuses correctly
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inconsistent focusing
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I use this on a D200. I've had two copies and both does not focus properly at 2.8 (especially at 17mm). How can I tell? I zoomed in, focus, lock and zoom back out to take the picture. The image is much sharper as a result. This only works well if your subject is stationary. Too bad since this lens has so much potential. BTW, I have the new version with the built-in motor. I borrowed a friend's older copy without the motor and the focus mechanism seems to be a little more consistent. It was slightly soft at 2.8 but not as much as this. I also didn't try to zoom in method on his. Unless you need to (D40, D60, etc), get the older copy while you still can.
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Jul 8, 2008
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