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Tamron 35-150mm F/2.8-4 Di VC OSD

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Product Overview

Tamron 35-150mm F/2.8-4 Di VC OSD is a full-frame all-in-one zoom lens for Canon EF- and Nikon F-mount DSLR systems. It covers a large focal range while maintaining high levels of optical performance enough to satisfy most consumers.
The 35-150mm lens features a relatively large maximum aperture for a lens that delivers close to 5x optical zoom. With optical image stabilization (VC, Vibration Compensation), the Tamron is capable in a wide range of shooting situations.
Tamron also touts the superb optical performance of this lens, specifically in terms of resolution, bokeh, and flare-resistance.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 69%
Pros
  • Optically stabilized
  • Zoom lock prevents zoom creep
  • Weather-sealed
  • Good image quality
Cons
  • Variable maximum aperture
  • All-in-one lenses tend to offer lower IQ
  • Slow autofocus

What external reviewers found

External score 71%
Pros
  • Excellent image stabilization
  • Dust and splash protection
  • Wide-open f/2.8 aperture
Cons
  • Some distortion
  • Rotating focus ring

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Specifications

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External Reviews

pcmag[1]

Reviewer score 71% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from pcmag have found:
At 35mm f/2.8, it scores 4,267 lines on a center-weighted evaluation. Resolution ticks up as the aperture is narrowed. At 35mm, the lens exhibits 1.9 percent barrel distortion. There's a bit of distortion, yes, and edges aren't as crisp.
Pros
  • Excellent image stabilization
  • Wide-open f/2.8 aperture
  • Dust and splash protection
Cons
  • Rotating focus ring
  • Some distortion

References

  1. ^ Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Review. [pcmag].

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