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tamron 17-50 f2.8
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looking for feedback on this lens i’am thinking of getting it ?
is it a good sharp lens ?
thanksHello Phil
I do not have this lens, but from feedback I have read on it, it is one of the sharpest kids on the block. Really good reputation. I have the Tamron 28-75 2.8 and love it, great sharpness and noice colours, so I think you will be more than happy.
Check out http://www.fredmiranda.com for reviews of the Tamron.
Just on this note, I have a 450D and have sold my Canon 50mm 1.4 (used it extremely rarely) and also sold my Canon 17-85 IS lens. I was going to purchase the Canon 18-200 IS lens, but I’m kinda leaning towards the Canon 17-55 f/2.8 (or Sigma equivalent) or the Canon EF 24-70 L.
The camera is used for all types of shots (walkabout and travel mainly) plus family events. I’d like the f/2.8 because I may have a chance of being 2nd shooter at a wedding at some point and I’d like the experience. Plus, the Canon 17-55 has had great reviews.
Does the lack of IS really matter?
All advice welcome.
Regards,
Freddie.
Freddie,
Tamron is better than sigma’s equivalent (18-50/2.8) if we are talking about optics. Sigma’s lenses are much more robust though.
If you can afford canon there is no question – go for it, but it doesn’t offer much more resolution than tamron. And IS is not important for such short focal lenghts. Don’t let it bother you.sup phil, had this lens for a good while know, I bring it everywhere cause it just always suits my needs, the wide angle is great!
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