picsman Loc: Scotland

If the tamron is anything like my 24-70 it has slow AF. May not be a problem for you but it is for me.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I like my Tokina 16-28mm. Below are lots of links to lens comparison sites.

http://lensvslens.com/
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/lenses
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx
http://www.diyphotography.net/this-website-helps-you-choose-your-next-lens-based-on-the-photos-you-like/
https://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://lenshero.com/lens-comparison
http://www.lenstip.com/lenses.html
http://www.dxomark.com/Lenses/Compare
http://www.lenscore.org/

Mary Kate Loc: NYC

If you have read all the reviews and have an understanding of the two. You make your choice. I wonder who the "first" person had to go to when making a decision??

chemdoc Loc: West Coast

I tested both of those lenses last year before buying the Nikon 14-24. I had earlier purchased the Tamron 24-70 F/2.8 for my D750 and it is mostly an excellent lens. The problem I found with it was softness at the edges and even after sending it back to Tamron twice for adjustment and exchanging it for another copy, they eventually told me that it was in spec and could not perform better.

Because of this experience, even with the glowing reviews of the Tamron 15-30, I decided to test both before choosing a wide angle zoom. I must admit that it was nearly impossible to detect any differences in the sharpness of the two lenses and this lens exhibited no loss of sharpness at the edges. The Tamron lens does have vibration reduction (not usually an issue with a wide angle). It is however, noticeably heavier than the Nikon. In the end, I went with the Nikon as it has a long standing reputation as a superb lens and I have not been disappointed. However, if cost is a concern, then the Tamron gave a nearly identical performance in terms of image sharpness.

Phil

dcampbell52 Loc: Clearwater Fl

I have the Tamron DX 10-24mm lens and I don't care for it. I wanted the Nikon 10-24 which had better reviews and was a studier lens. My wife bought me the Tamron for my birthday because it was cheaper (and less expensive). Remember, on a DX, a 10-24 (either Tamron or Nikon) will give an image similar to a 15-36 FX lens on an FX camera.

Just as a remark about my current lens purchase requirements (and I wish I had started it sooner). I ONLY purchase FX lenses now. This is because I can use the FX lens on both FX (My D610) and DX (my D70s and D7100) cameras. Yes DX lenses can be used on FX cameras but they will either display the image as a circle in the middle 2/3rds of the sensor or the camera will automatically shift to DX mode (negating the reason for purchasing an FX camera).

My feeling is that If you are spending the money on a lens, go the extra little bit to begin with and get the FX lens....NOTE: I also get the better quality lenses and not the "KIT" lenses. They cost more but they have better construction (generally), better aperture choices, and better glass.

frodoboy

I own the Tamron 15-30 for Canon and it is spectacular! For astrophotography, it can't be beat -even with the acclaimed Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 which I also owned and sold after I saw the results with the Tamron! The only caveat is the filter. You have to buy a 150mm filter attachment if you plan to use any sort of circular polarizer or ND filters. The Nikon is similar. Canon makes a new 16-35mm f/2.8 lens that has filter threads, but like the Nikon, it is twice the price of the Tamron and doesn't have much better quality shots. I'd definitely go with the Tamron!

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

I have shot Nikon for over 48 years both professionally and for fun. The sharpest zoom lens I own is the 14-24. It is sharper than my 14, 18, 20, and 24mm primes. There is really not a choice here is there?

mleuck

My gut told me Nikon, even after reading all the posts. So, Nikon it is! You are right, there really was not a choice.

frodoboy

Good choice. You can never really go wrong with Nikon or Canon if you have the bucks but the Tamron is still a fantastic lens and sooo sharp!

Apaflo Loc: Anchorage, Alaska

In this case there is a better choice. Look up the MTF charts for those two lenses. The people saying they picked the Tamron over the Nikon did so for good reason. Test chart shots demonstrate that too. And reviews all suggest that the test differences show up in practice.

Most of the suggestions to go with the Nikon lens are based on Nikon bias (which is not necessarily bad) gained from comparing other lenses than the two of interest here.

Also be aware that DxOmark, on a D810, rates the Tamron 1 unit sharper and with slightly less vignetting and one unit less for chromic abberations. The Nikon is 0.4% distortion though, compared to the Tamron at 0.5%. The Tamron has VR and the Nikon does not.

All that said, here is the ultimate comparison:

http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2015/02/just-the-lenses-tamron-15-30mm-f2.8

The resale price of the Nikon will probably be better than the Tamron. Hence if you tend to sell off your lenses the Nikon has an advantage.

Satman Loc: Indy

Instant serial number verification to insure that you have purchased a Tamron USA imported lens with 6-Year Limited USA Warranty and eligible for any qualifying rebate

Access to product information in the event of loss or theft

Has a 6 year Waranty, and you can send it back once a year for cleaning and inspection..

Check Tamron's web site for more reasons to by Tamron Lenses...

Vince68 Loc: Wappingers Falls, NY

Here are links for reviews on both lenses and comparisons, done by the same person. If it is possible, go to a store and see if they will let you try both lenses on your cameras. Take some shots in the store and compare the real life results yourself. See how you like the operation/feel/quality/etc of each lens. I always check the below website for reviews and have based most of my purchases from their reviews and trying out products if at all possible.

https://photographylife.com/reviews/tamron-15-30mm-f2-8/

https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-14-24mm-f2-8g/

Good luck.

IBM

The vc , VR. Stableizer on a lens this fast and limited zoom does not need a vc , it's a selling ploy , you won't see it on the good lenses. You
Should be able to hand hold and and get a perfect shot , unless it's dusk out and you can barley see subject , then use flash or tripod .

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

My clients don't really care about MTF scores, not they have ever heard of it in the first place. MTF are scores only, not photographs. MTF will not make a good photographer, only time, practice, and learning skills will make a good photographer. Using OME is the only way I have forged a reputation for dependable work over the years. MTF can be used as something to consider, but should not be used as a decision maker.

Apaflo Loc: Anchorage, Alaska

Is your reputation even close to Roger at Lens Rentals who did the MTF charts and provided expert interpretation?