Tamron 150-600 availability.
Mar 23, 2014 22:02:22 #
I just got mine the other day from B&H. So contact them to see what the wait time is.It's worth the wait, so hopefully before your trip.
Good luck
Good luck
Mar 24, 2014 07:22:07 #
Mar 24, 2014 07:48:04 #
hulgar wrote:
I got mine a little over a week ago from B&H. It was on backorder for 5 weeks.
How's it working out?
Mar 24, 2014 12:15:45 #
hulgar
Loc: Iowa
I like it for it's intended purpose- mainly wildlife, not BIF, although it tracks pretty well in AI Servo on my Canon 6D as long as I'm not using the 1.4X Kenko teleconverter I have. It is sharp and has good IQ. I sold a Canon 400mm 5.6 after I tested the Tamron. I was very fond of that lens and it has a good reputation. I wouldn't have sold that lens if I didn't like the Tamron.
Mar 24, 2014 13:53:09 #
hulgar wrote:
I like it for it's intended purpose- mainly wildlife, not BIF, although it tracks pretty well in AI Servo on my Canon 6D as long as I'm not using the 1.4X Kenko teleconverter I have. It is sharp and has good IQ. I sold a Canon 400mm 5.6 after I tested the Tamron. I was very fond of that lens and it has a good reputation. I wouldn't have sold that lens if I didn't like the Tamron.
That's great. Can't wait for mine to arrive.
Mar 24, 2014 15:05:58 #
I would love anyone's opinion of this lens as I am seriously looking to order it for my Nikon. Please let us know! thanks!!
Mar 24, 2014 15:13:50 #
I actually found one (Canon mount) in a local camera shop that was a Ritz Camera before the current owner bought it. I had been on a waiting list for a long while before I found this shop. So, I guess what I am saying is don't quit trying the local shops because they get them in from time to time, especially the ones that have a history of selling a lot of Tamaron equipment. Oh, by the way it is well worth the effort!
Mar 24, 2014 15:30:42 #
gene McKinnon wrote:
I actually found one (Canon mount) in a local camera shop that was a Ritz Camera before the current owner bought it. I had been on a waiting list for a long while before I found this shop. So, I guess what I am saying is don't quit trying the local shops because they get them in from time to time, especially the ones that have a history of selling a lot of Tamaron equipment. Oh, by the way it is well worth the effort!
thanks for posting...may I ask which camera? and your settings?
Mar 24, 2014 15:49:33 #
Canon 60D. ISO 125, 1/800, f6.3 @ 600mm subject distance was 101 meters. I did crop from the original 11x17 to 6x9. I didn't start taking wildlife photos until the middle of December so I have a lot to learn about it but I am getting used to this lens and like it.
Mar 24, 2014 15:55:16 #
Mar 24, 2014 16:12:39 #
Adorama and B&H Photo have them in stock. $1069.99. Shipping is free(standard) unless you want to pay for next day or express. No sales tax(savings in itself) except for N.J. Unless you have a very steady hand, use a tripod.
Mar 24, 2014 16:46:12 #
pchoudhury
Loc: Sugar Land, Texas
I have ordered Tamaron 150-600 for my Nikon with B&H and it is still in back order .It is over 4 weeks now. I sure hope it is worth waiting, time will tell
Cheers
Pinak
Cheers
Pinak
Mar 24, 2014 17:01:35 #
Sorry about that. I thought I saw it in stock. Must be that my 80 year old eyes are playing tricks on me. Anyway those are very reputable camera stores and I buy from them.
Mar 24, 2014 17:16:49 #
pchoudhury
Loc: Sugar Land, Texas
I agree B&H is very reputable store. They are keeping me updated with the status once a week.
Mar 24, 2014 20:00:35 #
willaim wrote:
Adorama and B&H Photo have them in stock. $1069.99. Shipping is free(standard) unless you want to pay for next day or express. No sales tax(savings in itself) except for N.J. Unless you have a very steady hand, use a tripod.
Sorry to disagree but B&H has a mile long waiting list. I Don't know about Adorama...but my guess it's at least a half of mile.
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