dlbackus

I'm somewhat new at photography...I've been taking pictures of my kids sporting events and some landscapes for a long time, but recently decided to put more effort into the hobby. I have a Nikon D3400 with the 2 kit lenses. I'm looking for one lens that would be more versatile when hiking. I've tried the shorter lens, but found it doesn't cut it if there is something across the lake, or wildlife across the way or in a tree. Unfortunately the 70-300 doesn't cut it while hiking and there is something closer to capture. I'm thinking of getting the Tamron 18-400mm. Any thoughts on this lens, or is there something else that would be comparable and get the job done in multiple situations. Most times on a hike there isn't time to change lenses. Also, the longer range would give me even better sports shots.

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

The Tamron 18-400mm lens is a top selling crop sensor lens by Tamron. I own the Nikon AF-P 70-300mm. On a crop sensor, I get a FOV of 450mm with it on the long end. Which is satisfactory for me. But I need my Nikon 18-55mm kit lens to get the low end. I could cover that range with just one lens, and more, with the Tamron 18-400mm. On the long end, with a crop sensor, I could get a FOV of 600mm. I'm hoping to sell my 70-300mm to get the Tamron. Price is $649. Photographers on this forum love this lens.

docshark Loc: Millersville, PA

Got it. Love it.
-Doc

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

The search feature did not reveal this recent thread: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-510305-1.html

bigwolf40 Loc: Effort, Pa.

Go to this link and you will see my post using lens at all of the different ranges. Great lens as far as I'm concerned. I think that folks saying they have trouble with it don't know how to use it..... http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-510305-1.html....Rich

willaim Loc: Sunny Southern California

At $649.00 it's a great lens for what you want it for. It'll give you 27mm-600mm on your crop sensor camera. AF is fast and quiet. Go for it, you won't be sorry.

Motorbones Loc: Fair Oaks, CA

I bought the Tamron 18-400 a few months ago and have been very happy with it. It's not perfect, but has a lot of bang for the buck. If there's a photography store near you, you can try renting it first... if you want. I do some research on it first just to make sure, but I believe you wouldn't be disappointed with it. The range on the lens is borderline stupid. Here are some examples:

http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-488273-1.html Moonshot
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-486972-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-485342-1.html This shows the range of the lens.

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

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dlbackus

wow! Thanks everyone. This has been super helpful. I'll be heading to the local camera store soon to see if they carry it, and maybe I can try it out for a bit before buying.