Results from a Tamron 150-600 (G1) rental
Jan 21, 2019 18:16:13 #
I got a whale of a deal to rent a Tamron 150-600 generation 1 lens for a week. While I knew it was G1, I had no experience with this length of lens, so I figured practice was practice. Sure enough, a learning curve presented itself, but it was fun to just putter along and see some results. I see exactly what people have said were the weakness in this product, but overall was still very satisfied with the overall results.
I am looking forward to renting the G2 as well as the Nikon 200-500 to get some comparisons. These were all taken with my Nikon D7500. The Osprey were taken using a monopod, the others hand held. As always, downloading will show the best results.
I am looking forward to renting the G2 as well as the Nikon 200-500 to get some comparisons. These were all taken with my Nikon D7500. The Osprey were taken using a monopod, the others hand held. As always, downloading will show the best results.
Very early morning, not great light
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At about 75 yards
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About 130 yards
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About 50 yards
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This male was in a very dark spot and I had to try several types of exposures to get this result
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at about 40 yards after sunset in the shadows
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Jan 21, 2019 18:32:08 #
Uuglypher wrote:
Well...I’ll take your word for it!
Dave
Dave
Sorry, try again please. I didn't attach properly the first time....
Jan 21, 2019 18:32:31 #
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Jan 21, 2019 18:35:54 #
swartfort wrote:
try now. I fixed it I think....
Really great job! Makes me want to try one.
Jan 21, 2019 19:04:43 #
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Jan 21, 2019 19:33:20 #
I tried the 150-600 G2 and the Nikon 200-500. Both were very close in qualty and build. I purchased the Tamron G2 for the following reasons. It gave me wider and longer possibilities. The tripod collar was Arca-Swiss. $100. Less.
I took it to S. Africa and was glad I did. I got some of the sharpest bird shots ever.
I took it to S. Africa and was glad I did. I got some of the sharpest bird shots ever.
Jan 21, 2019 21:15:19 #
Jan 21, 2019 21:43:28 #
I like the first one best. The lighting is beautiful and makes it more interesting.They are all excellent.
Jan 21, 2019 21:46:54 #
I own the G1 Tamron & love it for wildlife shooting. It's easy to hand hold for short periods of time because of the weight.
Jan 22, 2019 05:50:58 #
Great bird captures. I have the G2 lens and am thoroughly satisfied with it. The first time I used it I just couldn't believe how fast it focused. Its almost instantaneous. The lens is extremely sharp. Mahalo for sharing.
Jan 22, 2019 07:01:51 #
You did very well with it! I rented one almost 4 years ago and purchased it, still happy with it.
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