I dont remember testing it, but my lens and camera are with Tamron for firmware update and calibration. Great review! As for the VC issue mentioned above, Ive tested this on three lenses very recently. The biggest challenge now will be to actually GET a copy of the lens. Was I disappointed? Please note the above quotation is an indicative cost and actual monthly payments may vary by +/- 2p per month. It works perfectly for me. Another great choice for what you are looking at shooting is the Tamron 15-30 VC. Two very different lenses, although both have beautiful drawing in the bokeh region. 1: talk or opinion widely disseminated with no discernible source Thanks for the kind feedback. Thanks! Option 1: 70-200 f2.8 + 2x extender Heres hoping you can land the lens sooner rather than later. That's all. Because, while I understand it is in every sense of the word, more camera than most need, a little tiny voice in the back of my mind keeps popping up and saying what about those few times you do shoot sports of birds. Dustin, i really liked your web site and especially reviews about lenses. The 50mm f.1.4 Rokinon for DSLRs looked good indeed in your 50mm lens comparison feature, but that size and weight of prime lens is not something Im at all keen to carry about and have to attach by means of an adapter. Zeiss Batis 85mm f1.8 flat port with focus control. Erich with greetings vom Vienna. Thank you very much! The same site shows the Canon 35 f/2s coma is not very good even at f/2.8 and at that aperture is almost as bad as the Tamron wide open. They both have their merits, strengths, and weaknesses. Robert, rest of the website is extremely good. Heres a voter for small, sharp and upscale f.2.0 and f.2.8 full-frame prime lenses: Unlike decades earlier, we are little catered to these days, except by Pentax with some excellent, but older primes. I rely on auto-focus. I also encountered same problem as Peter. I get a lot of requests to do other brands, but I barely have time to keep up with what Im already doing. Again, thanks for your efforts and professionalism. The people that love the 50L really love it. i also am a pastor with the PAOC for over 30 years and also have a photography business in Nova Scotia. I will have a copy in hand again within a month, and Ill be sure to test that and add a note in the comment section here. Wilfred, thank you very much. Any idea on IR and/or nightscape/astrophotography performance of this lens, i.e. The sharpness in mRAW mode was terrible in comparison to true 12 MP. What do you think about making a short video of how it has been processed. Ron, thanks for the nice feedback. Ive slowly been building up my collection and this 20mm is the last I need. deutliche Kratzer, die mit dem Fingernagel sprbar sind), Sehr deutliche Gebrauchsspuren / Abnutzungen mglich (z.B. Hello Dustin, He sold the 5D MkIII within six months. To be perfectly honest this is just about 1 out of 2 available reviews I can find on the net. I like this Tamrons rendering quite a bit, myself. Looking to enjoy the quality of a Sony camera without the prohibitive price? I like the quality of my Nikon DSLR and Nikkor lenses and this just feels the same. Hows that? Im not quite sure where you are coming from or precisely what your point is. Your included images were also a great help. Thanks for taking the time to write. The new 70D would be somewhat better in this regard. Thx for the afford and time to share you're experience with us Dustin. Calibration helped but not so much as I would wish. A lens rendering is a matter of taste. Shooting vintage glass like this is really a blast. YOUR CONTENT, ALWAYS CONNECTED: The Alpha 7 IV has livestreaming at up to 4K15p or Full HD 60p without the need for a capture card to keep you connected with your audience at all times. I had hoped that IQ would me markedly better with the 100-400. Awesome review, Dustin! It was a joy to find your site and blog. especaily birds and their feather structurs are easiy ruined by a littel bit of shake. Some people love it, though. Harry, I will add an image or two to the lens gallery page. I know it has imperfections, but I keep getting drawn back to it. Since first taking up with SLRs many decades past, I quickly found the typically 52mm F.O.V. Is it the fact that you know that the Tamron has weather resistance, or something else? Both of your bodies have good ISO performance, so this may work for you. . I just have em all, since although Im not a Canon DSLR user [Pentaxian], the 10-18mm, for example, remains a keeper for its 15mm equivalent F.O.V. I just purchased this lens. That discussion aside, however, the amazing stabilization of the new zoom is a HUGE asset at that focal length. C. Hi, while I personally compared it against other Canon models, a number of other reviewers have compared it to Sony and Nikon bodies and come to a similar conclusion. Alexis. . That can throw off exposure value. Ive even had news reporters begging me to send images to them virtually as they happened. I was afraid of such answer I decided to wait. Beautiful photos shot with an amazing lens! A beautiful picture almost poetic in its presentation of the event!!! You had more time with those lenses! Arie, I dont actually have the lens in my hand at the moment, and I dont know that I actually physically tested for that. Mode, [Slow & Quick Motion] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. I didn't really think Tamron had it in them to make a lens like this. XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4 ch (48 kHz 24 bit), MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2 ch, Rec. I hope that never happens to me since Im on a motorcycle and those situations dont end up as well. Jetzt gebrauchte Medien und Elektronik finden, Alle Preise inkl. I have waited along time to buy this lens. 16 Mbps)), TC / UB, Auto Slow Shutter, Gamma Disp. However my question is just like other 3rd party lenses how fast and accurate its focus speed and does sharpness good for FX camera? I am now booked for some more reading! Question: does the lens have a hard stop at infinity or does it go past? Two bodies, however arranged, also obviates any real need for a compromized walkaround zoom or kit lens* for many. wird somit nicht separat auf der Rechnung ausgewiesen. I will be interested in seeing how the cheaper model tests out, as that is really going to be the primary competitor for the Tamron in terms of size and price. The lens is really a joy to handle and focus. I believe it will work with the 1.4x extender on a 5d3, but expect the image quality to be seriously degraded. I live the composicin you have choose for the pics. With VC ON the shakes and Jello effect are still very noticeable, especially horizontally and the handheld image looks like theres no stabilization system at all. I use the lens with the Canon 5D MkIII camera. http://www.nickenglishphotography.com/blog/2016/3/sigma-50mm-f1-4-art-dg-vs-canon-ef-50mm-f1-2-l-usm-lens-review-comparison. Peter, you have a menu option to select 2, 3, 5, or 7 bracketed shots. I am a Zeiss lens ONLY person, and I do not think to move from it, even if the cost bits me sometimes. Lol. Brian. Jetzt Newsletter bestellen und 6 Rabatt sichern! Im definitely scheduled to get the Tamron 85 VC for testing. Did you try the 44-2 on the 6D? Looks like the waiting list is adding up! The 100-400L works nicely for portraits, but it is never going to have quite the shallow depth of field as the 70-200. Your reviews on vintage lenses have helped me save money, and through the patience required become a better photographer. That would give me a much better idea of its sharpness compared to my current lenses. adapter but Im having more success achieving accurate focus with manual so Im going to swap to the Samyang to save some pennies for the Sony Zeiss 35 1.4 lens. and since i am at it, what about the image quality or sharpness of this lens compare to Tamron 70-300mm USD given at the same focal length too? This lens continues to impress in many ways even after newer and more expensive releases.
But if ever there were a pause for reflection for me on a wide angle, it would be this Tamron 15-30 that you have so eloquently reviewed alongside the two Canons! In my opinion in whole range (28-300mm) absolutely minimal usable F value is F/5.6 but better use F/8 or higher if you don't want to throw that lens to the wall because of image quality.
Simply delicious! The more robust build will give you more peace of mind, and the better results are worth the bigger investment. Once I had the focus dialed in, it is really great for chronicling events and general purpose shooting. Thanks. And this dreaminess and magical softness at f/1.2 make objective specifications like sharpness almost irrelative. RUMOR: Sony is rumored to announce three new APS-C E lenses within the next weeks: Two far primes and a zoom! (Ambient light, Flash light), Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Those are my only two real complaints about it. The arena hopes for more passionate writers such So I ceased using it. Ill take a look at your website when I get a chance. Dustin, can you confirm the Kenko works on the 100-400 II? It seems you're using only 67mm circular filters with this lens But maybe you have an idea? I saw a link to this review of the 35IS on the Canon Rumors site several months ago, and after reading the review, I put the lens on my wish list. Your mileage may vary, as they say. My 70-200 does it much better. Tamron is going to continue to sell a ton of 150-600 VCs because the lens is fairly competent while not being overwhelming in size, weight, or price. I have the Canon EF 35mm F/2 IS lens which is great for the work I do. Ive responded to this in a direct message, but suffice it to say that the lens becomes very sharp by about f/5.6 and has great contrast. (Great company to deal with), Nice and indeed very informative review Dustin. Please check out my website as well and tell me what you think. I've also contacted Zeiss through their Facebook page so let's see if they respond. Even though the speed and buffer is a drag I find myself grabbing it more than the 7dm2 when I am shooting raptors. excellent walk through, i for one have a whole stack of Images taken on such overcast days sitting in my hard drive waiting to be brought back to life. I wish you shoot Sony mirrorless as I would love to see your videos for our lenses too , Check this out: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/qdslrdashboard/id912760548?ls=1&mt=8. Thanks for good review with solid information and samples. What do you think. It comes down to your own priorities. It focuses very quickly on the M3 (and did on the M, too), but not as quietly as STM lenses. I want to buy this 18-200 lens or 16-300 in the near future (for landscape & travel photo). The B&W images are great too! Could you show us where you came up with this? I want to buy a ultrawide les for wedding photography and this Tamron 15-30 will be my pick. . Enjoy! I own a manual 50mm and the slow kit lens and would really like to own lens that is the worlds best. It is especially helpful as you have reviewed so many, to be able to compare so many lenses by the same evaluation criteria. It is always a bit of a shame to me that Sony users dont have an either/or option when it comes to VC, as the VC/IS systems in many lenses is more capable than the in camera stabilization. Best, Great, youd think. Neben der Garantie stehen dir selbstverstndlich auch die gesetzlichen Gewhrleistungsrechte zu. When I changed my EOS 5D to new EOS 6D I made a quick resolution test between 11MP mRAW from 6D and 12 MP RAW from 5D. I am using a canon FF with the 17-40 for RE photography. I got to know your website recently and like it a lot because your comments combine common sense, enthusiasm and useful examples. No problem, Terry. Thank you for the review. If you have another problem, just email Amplis and let them know the details of your order and what you are trying to do and they assured me they will process it for you. I dont remember testing it, but my lens and camera are with Tamron for firmware update and calibration. Great review! As for the VC issue mentioned above, Ive tested this on three lenses very recently. The biggest challenge now will be to actually GET a copy of the lens. Was I disappointed? Please note the above quotation is an indicative cost and actual monthly payments may vary by +/- 2p per month. It works perfectly for me. Another great choice for what you are looking at shooting is the Tamron 15-30 VC. Two very different lenses, although both have beautiful drawing in the bokeh region. 1: talk or opinion widely disseminated with no discernible source Thanks for the kind feedback. Thanks! Option 1: 70-200 f2.8 + 2x extender Heres hoping you can land the lens sooner rather than later. That's all. Because, while I understand it is in every sense of the word, more camera than most need, a little tiny voice in the back of my mind keeps popping up and saying what about those few times you do shoot sports of birds. Dustin, i really liked your web site and especially reviews about lenses. The 50mm f.1.4 Rokinon for DSLRs looked good indeed in your 50mm lens comparison feature, but that size and weight of prime lens is not something Im at all keen to carry about and have to attach by means of an adapter. Zeiss Batis 85mm f1.8 flat port with focus control. Erich with greetings vom Vienna. Thank you very much! The same site shows the Canon 35 f/2s coma is not very good even at f/2.8 and at that aperture is almost as bad as the Tamron wide open. They both have their merits, strengths, and weaknesses. Robert, rest of the website is extremely good. Heres a voter for small, sharp and upscale f.2.0 and f.2.8 full-frame prime lenses: Unlike decades earlier, we are little catered to these days, except by Pentax with some excellent, but older primes. I rely on auto-focus. I also encountered same problem as Peter. I get a lot of requests to do other brands, but I barely have time to keep up with what Im already doing. Again, thanks for your efforts and professionalism. The people that love the 50L really love it. i also am a pastor with the PAOC for over 30 years and also have a photography business in Nova Scotia. I will have a copy in hand again within a month, and Ill be sure to test that and add a note in the comment section here. Wilfred, thank you very much. Any idea on IR and/or nightscape/astrophotography performance of this lens, i.e. The sharpness in mRAW mode was terrible in comparison to true 12 MP. What do you think about making a short video of how it has been processed. Ron, thanks for the nice feedback. Ive slowly been building up my collection and this 20mm is the last I need. deutliche Kratzer, die mit dem Fingernagel sprbar sind), Sehr deutliche Gebrauchsspuren / Abnutzungen mglich (z.B. Hello Dustin, He sold the 5D MkIII within six months. To be perfectly honest this is just about 1 out of 2 available reviews I can find on the net. I like this Tamrons rendering quite a bit, myself. Looking to enjoy the quality of a Sony camera without the prohibitive price? I like the quality of my Nikon DSLR and Nikkor lenses and this just feels the same. Hows that? Im not quite sure where you are coming from or precisely what your point is. Your included images were also a great help. Thanks for taking the time to write. The new 70D would be somewhat better in this regard. Thx for the afford and time to share you're experience with us Dustin. Calibration helped but not so much as I would wish. A lens rendering is a matter of taste. Shooting vintage glass like this is really a blast. YOUR CONTENT, ALWAYS CONNECTED: The Alpha 7 IV has livestreaming at up to 4K15p or Full HD 60p without the need for a capture card to keep you connected with your audience at all times. I had hoped that IQ would me markedly better with the 100-400. Awesome review, Dustin! It was a joy to find your site and blog. especaily birds and their feather structurs are easiy ruined by a littel bit of shake. Some people love it, though. Harry, I will add an image or two to the lens gallery page. I know it has imperfections, but I keep getting drawn back to it. Since first taking up with SLRs many decades past, I quickly found the typically 52mm F.O.V. Is it the fact that you know that the Tamron has weather resistance, or something else? Both of your bodies have good ISO performance, so this may work for you. . I just have em all, since although Im not a Canon DSLR user [Pentaxian], the 10-18mm, for example, remains a keeper for its 15mm equivalent F.O.V. I just purchased this lens. That discussion aside, however, the amazing stabilization of the new zoom is a HUGE asset at that focal length. C. Hi, while I personally compared it against other Canon models, a number of other reviewers have compared it to Sony and Nikon bodies and come to a similar conclusion. Alexis. . That can throw off exposure value. Ive even had news reporters begging me to send images to them virtually as they happened. I was afraid of such answer I decided to wait. Beautiful photos shot with an amazing lens! A beautiful picture almost poetic in its presentation of the event!!! You had more time with those lenses! Arie, I dont actually have the lens in my hand at the moment, and I dont know that I actually physically tested for that. Mode, [Slow & Quick Motion] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. I didn't really think Tamron had it in them to make a lens like this. XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4 ch (48 kHz 24 bit), MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2 ch, Rec. I hope that never happens to me since Im on a motorcycle and those situations dont end up as well. Jetzt gebrauchte Medien und Elektronik finden, Alle Preise inkl. I have waited along time to buy this lens. 16 Mbps)), TC / UB, Auto Slow Shutter, Gamma Disp. However my question is just like other 3rd party lenses how fast and accurate its focus speed and does sharpness good for FX camera? I am now booked for some more reading! Question: does the lens have a hard stop at infinity or does it go past? Two bodies, however arranged, also obviates any real need for a compromized walkaround zoom or kit lens* for many. wird somit nicht separat auf der Rechnung ausgewiesen. I will be interested in seeing how the cheaper model tests out, as that is really going to be the primary competitor for the Tamron in terms of size and price. The lens is really a joy to handle and focus. I believe it will work with the 1.4x extender on a 5d3, but expect the image quality to be seriously degraded. I live the composicin you have choose for the pics. With VC ON the shakes and Jello effect are still very noticeable, especially horizontally and the handheld image looks like theres no stabilization system at all. I use the lens with the Canon 5D MkIII camera. http://www.nickenglishphotography.com/blog/2016/3/sigma-50mm-f1-4-art-dg-vs-canon-ef-50mm-f1-2-l-usm-lens-review-comparison. Peter, you have a menu option to select 2, 3, 5, or 7 bracketed shots. I am a Zeiss lens ONLY person, and I do not think to move from it, even if the cost bits me sometimes. Lol. Brian. Jetzt Newsletter bestellen und 6 Rabatt sichern! Im definitely scheduled to get the Tamron 85 VC for testing. Did you try the 44-2 on the 6D? Looks like the waiting list is adding up! The 100-400L works nicely for portraits, but it is never going to have quite the shallow depth of field as the 70-200. Your reviews on vintage lenses have helped me save money, and through the patience required become a better photographer. That would give me a much better idea of its sharpness compared to my current lenses. adapter but Im having more success achieving accurate focus with manual so Im going to swap to the Samyang to save some pennies for the Sony Zeiss 35 1.4 lens. and since i am at it, what about the image quality or sharpness of this lens compare to Tamron 70-300mm USD given at the same focal length too? This lens continues to impress in many ways even after newer and more expensive releases.
But if ever there were a pause for reflection for me on a wide angle, it would be this Tamron 15-30 that you have so eloquently reviewed alongside the two Canons! In my opinion in whole range (28-300mm) absolutely minimal usable F value is F/5.6 but better use F/8 or higher if you don't want to throw that lens to the wall because of image quality.
I dont remember testing it, but my lens and camera are with Tamron for firmware update and calibration. Great review! As for the VC issue mentioned above, Ive tested this on three lenses very recently. The biggest challenge now will be to actually GET a copy of the lens. Was I disappointed? Please note the above quotation is an indicative cost and actual monthly payments may vary by +/- 2p per month. It works perfectly for me. Another great choice for what you are looking at shooting is the Tamron 15-30 VC. Two very different lenses, although both have beautiful drawing in the bokeh region. 1: talk or opinion widely disseminated with no discernible source Thanks for the kind feedback. Thanks! Option 1: 70-200 f2.8 + 2x extender Heres hoping you can land the lens sooner rather than later. That's all. Because, while I understand it is in every sense of the word, more camera than most need, a little tiny voice in the back of my mind keeps popping up and saying what about those few times you do shoot sports of birds. Dustin, i really liked your web site and especially reviews about lenses. The 50mm f.1.4 Rokinon for DSLRs looked good indeed in your 50mm lens comparison feature, but that size and weight of prime lens is not something Im at all keen to carry about and have to attach by means of an adapter. Zeiss Batis 85mm f1.8 flat port with focus control. Erich with greetings vom Vienna. Thank you very much! The same site shows the Canon 35 f/2s coma is not very good even at f/2.8 and at that aperture is almost as bad as the Tamron wide open. They both have their merits, strengths, and weaknesses. Robert, rest of the website is extremely good. Heres a voter for small, sharp and upscale f.2.0 and f.2.8 full-frame prime lenses: Unlike decades earlier, we are little catered to these days, except by Pentax with some excellent, but older primes. I rely on auto-focus. I also encountered same problem as Peter. I get a lot of requests to do other brands, but I barely have time to keep up with what Im already doing. Again, thanks for your efforts and professionalism. The people that love the 50L really love it. i also am a pastor with the PAOC for over 30 years and also have a photography business in Nova Scotia. I will have a copy in hand again within a month, and Ill be sure to test that and add a note in the comment section here. Wilfred, thank you very much. Any idea on IR and/or nightscape/astrophotography performance of this lens, i.e. The sharpness in mRAW mode was terrible in comparison to true 12 MP. What do you think about making a short video of how it has been processed. Ron, thanks for the nice feedback. Ive slowly been building up my collection and this 20mm is the last I need. deutliche Kratzer, die mit dem Fingernagel sprbar sind), Sehr deutliche Gebrauchsspuren / Abnutzungen mglich (z.B. Hello Dustin, He sold the 5D MkIII within six months. To be perfectly honest this is just about 1 out of 2 available reviews I can find on the net. I like this Tamrons rendering quite a bit, myself. Looking to enjoy the quality of a Sony camera without the prohibitive price? I like the quality of my Nikon DSLR and Nikkor lenses and this just feels the same. Hows that? Im not quite sure where you are coming from or precisely what your point is. Your included images were also a great help. Thanks for taking the time to write. The new 70D would be somewhat better in this regard. Thx for the afford and time to share you're experience with us Dustin. Calibration helped but not so much as I would wish. A lens rendering is a matter of taste. Shooting vintage glass like this is really a blast. YOUR CONTENT, ALWAYS CONNECTED: The Alpha 7 IV has livestreaming at up to 4K15p or Full HD 60p without the need for a capture card to keep you connected with your audience at all times. I had hoped that IQ would me markedly better with the 100-400. Awesome review, Dustin! It was a joy to find your site and blog. especaily birds and their feather structurs are easiy ruined by a littel bit of shake. Some people love it, though. Harry, I will add an image or two to the lens gallery page. I know it has imperfections, but I keep getting drawn back to it. Since first taking up with SLRs many decades past, I quickly found the typically 52mm F.O.V. Is it the fact that you know that the Tamron has weather resistance, or something else? Both of your bodies have good ISO performance, so this may work for you. . I just have em all, since although Im not a Canon DSLR user [Pentaxian], the 10-18mm, for example, remains a keeper for its 15mm equivalent F.O.V. I just purchased this lens. That discussion aside, however, the amazing stabilization of the new zoom is a HUGE asset at that focal length. C. Hi, while I personally compared it against other Canon models, a number of other reviewers have compared it to Sony and Nikon bodies and come to a similar conclusion. Alexis. . That can throw off exposure value. Ive even had news reporters begging me to send images to them virtually as they happened. I was afraid of such answer I decided to wait. Beautiful photos shot with an amazing lens! A beautiful picture almost poetic in its presentation of the event!!! You had more time with those lenses! Arie, I dont actually have the lens in my hand at the moment, and I dont know that I actually physically tested for that. Mode, [Slow & Quick Motion] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. I didn't really think Tamron had it in them to make a lens like this. XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4 ch (48 kHz 24 bit), MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2 ch, Rec. I hope that never happens to me since Im on a motorcycle and those situations dont end up as well. Jetzt gebrauchte Medien und Elektronik finden, Alle Preise inkl. I have waited along time to buy this lens. 16 Mbps)), TC / UB, Auto Slow Shutter, Gamma Disp. However my question is just like other 3rd party lenses how fast and accurate its focus speed and does sharpness good for FX camera? I am now booked for some more reading! Question: does the lens have a hard stop at infinity or does it go past? Two bodies, however arranged, also obviates any real need for a compromized walkaround zoom or kit lens* for many. wird somit nicht separat auf der Rechnung ausgewiesen. I will be interested in seeing how the cheaper model tests out, as that is really going to be the primary competitor for the Tamron in terms of size and price. The lens is really a joy to handle and focus. I believe it will work with the 1.4x extender on a 5d3, but expect the image quality to be seriously degraded. I live the composicin you have choose for the pics. With VC ON the shakes and Jello effect are still very noticeable, especially horizontally and the handheld image looks like theres no stabilization system at all. I use the lens with the Canon 5D MkIII camera. http://www.nickenglishphotography.com/blog/2016/3/sigma-50mm-f1-4-art-dg-vs-canon-ef-50mm-f1-2-l-usm-lens-review-comparison. Peter, you have a menu option to select 2, 3, 5, or 7 bracketed shots. I am a Zeiss lens ONLY person, and I do not think to move from it, even if the cost bits me sometimes. Lol. Brian. Jetzt Newsletter bestellen und 6 Rabatt sichern! Im definitely scheduled to get the Tamron 85 VC for testing. Did you try the 44-2 on the 6D? Looks like the waiting list is adding up! The 100-400L works nicely for portraits, but it is never going to have quite the shallow depth of field as the 70-200. Your reviews on vintage lenses have helped me save money, and through the patience required become a better photographer. That would give me a much better idea of its sharpness compared to my current lenses. adapter but Im having more success achieving accurate focus with manual so Im going to swap to the Samyang to save some pennies for the Sony Zeiss 35 1.4 lens. and since i am at it, what about the image quality or sharpness of this lens compare to Tamron 70-300mm USD given at the same focal length too? This lens continues to impress in many ways even after newer and more expensive releases.
But if ever there were a pause for reflection for me on a wide angle, it would be this Tamron 15-30 that you have so eloquently reviewed alongside the two Canons! In my opinion in whole range (28-300mm) absolutely minimal usable F value is F/5.6 but better use F/8 or higher if you don't want to throw that lens to the wall because of image quality.