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Ok bought this lens as after a trip to sea world, constantly having to swap lenses and miss action, I decided to buy a combined prime/zoom lense. Price was a major consideration, I looked at Sigma and Nikkors, the Nikkor was binned on cost grounds, I simply couldnt justify it, the Sigma was worse quality than the Tamron so I went with the Tamron. I do like the lense , it works really well, I find it slightly slower to auto-focus when zoomed in compared with my nikkors, my two real niggles (and they are fairly minor as I havent taken then lense off the camera since it arrived)are 1) using cokin square filter system, if the filter isnt level then it shows in your image, especially if you use a screw in filter as well, and two I miss the AF/MF setting thats on nikkors lenses, other than that a great bit of kit at a decent priceRead full review
The Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di II is a versatile, well-rounded lens. The lens produces sharp images at both ends of the 18-200 range. The lens does seem to suffer from slight outward creep, though I have noticed the same problem with the Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3D DC. The major upside to the Tamron and Sigma 18-200's is their affordability, especially when compared to the Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR II (about $400.00 more on average). The Tamron lens did leave something to be desired with regard to focus noise, especially after being spoiled by the Nikon's Silent Wave motor. However, the construction of the Tamron lens is probably what bothers me most. The lens has a cheap "feel", being made of lightweight and less durable materials, but one may notice this only after dealing with heavier and bulkier Nikkor lenses. I have read articles stating that the seals on the lens are easily penetrated, though I have had no experience with this problem. Generally speaking, this Tamron lens is a good product for novice and expert photographers alike, and it won't force you to break the bank. If you are willing to spend some extra cash, I would point you in the direction of the Nikkor lens mentioned above.Read full review
It's a good all-in one lens,and good value.lt looks well made,with a metal lens mount,and focuses fine. Unfortunately,I was a bit hasty,and bought the earlier version, without vibration reduction (VR),which is important at the longer end of the zoom,so I may have to sell it,in order to get the later version! It goes well with my Nikon D80,and D3100 camera bodies,and is certainly lighter than the two kit lenses it replaces,so still a good buy.
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Tamron quality, this lens has a terrific focal range yet is compact and not too heavy, the lack of I.S. isn't too great a hardship.
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This lens is good for travel.Its great for vacations.The lens works well,outside,and has great color. Photos are sharp.Its light,but has a good zoom,200mm and if you need a wide lens,its there also,at amazing 18mm. If you are just starting off,and just a Mom or Dad,this would be a good lens to start out with.If you need a fast lens then just go out,and buy a 50mm Nikon 1/8 For low light. This will keep you going for a while. This lens will work for a Soccer game,or football,during the Mornings,and afternoon. This lens would not be good for low light night games.But if the sun is out it will do a fine job.
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