This lens permanently sits mounted on one of my three cameras. It's the ultimate walk around lens. Some have complained that focus is soft at 300mm, but I don't see this as a deal breaker. First off, getting the shot is more important than getting the lens out. This lens replaces both my 18-105mm and 70-300mm together. (Yes, the 70-300 is Full Frame and quite a sharp lens, but sharp means very little when you've missed the shot.) Second, I don't find the lens very soft at 300mm. The train tracks image was taken at 300mm. I am happy with how it turned out.
A few more details about the lens. The extension barrel is a bit stiff while zooming out, but a lot smoother zooming back in. Not ideal for video I suppose, but I use mine for photography only. Auto focus is quick and accurate, and manual focus is smooth. The lens is well built and lightweight, but what crop sensor lens is heavy? Seriously. The weather sealing is a superb touch. I'm a bit of a clean sensor snob, so knowing that the lens is tightly sealed to the camera makes me feel comfortable. As mentioned above, I like the images taken at 300mm, and the close focus at 18mm is insane! Almost touching the subject, making for a macro style photo, as seen in the simple leaf image.
Overall, this lens is well worth the money and I have no issues with it at all.
| Manufacturer | Tamron |
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| Place of Business | COMMACK, NY, 11725 US |
| Item model number | AFB061S700 |
| Product Dimensions | 12.45 x 7.62 x 7.62 cm; 621.42 g |
| ASIN | B09DP27V2S |
