Manufacture Discontinued Lens (Page 3): Correct! My Argus C3 was discontinued 52 years ago. (mine is actually from 1953), So If a device is good, and it's taken care of, it's not a...

James Slick Loc: Pittsburgh,PA

jerryc41 wrote:

I wouldn't be concerned about it being discontinued. Repairs won't be possible at some time in the future, but they probably won't be necessary, anyway. If the specs and price appeal to you, go for it!

Correct! My Argus C3 was discontinued 52 years ago. (mine is actually from 1953), So If a device is good, and it's taken care of, it's not a problem. Every device is discontinued at some point ,(except, perhaps Zippo lighters,Lego blocks...) If it's a good deal go for it!

WayneL Loc: Baltimore Md

maggiemae wrote:

I found this lens on Amazon.com and was wondering ... (show quote)

The D3300 does not have a built in focusing motor so every lens you buy needs a focus motor built in it. Don't know if that Tamron does so keep that in mind when you look for a lens.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

WayneL wrote:

The D3300 does not have a built in focusing motor so every lens you buy needs a focus motor built in it. Don't know if that Tamron does so keep that in mind when you look for a lens.

Of course it does. It's not a manual focus lens.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

maggiemae wrote:

I found this lens on Amazon.com and was wondering ... (show quote)

Strictly optically speaking, the Sigma 18-300 scores better in the Imatest numbers that I have seen. It can also be used with the USB dock for individual customizations.

The Tamron would certainly be OK for getting your feet wet in digital photography - but nothing more than that. It's resale value will take a significant decline - if that matters.

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WayneL Loc: Baltimore Md

mwsilvers wrote:

Of course it does. It's not a manual focus lens.

You need to do some research. Not all AF lenses have focus motors built in.

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

WayneL wrote:

You need to do some research. Not all AF lenses have focus motors built in.

Speaking of "research", it would be a good idea if YOU researched the lens before making uninformed comments on it! You feel the irrational compulsion to start arguments here because you cannot inform yourself of the topic before commenting?

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

WayneL wrote:

You need to do some research. Not all AF lenses have focus motors built in.

Almost all modern auto focusing lenses for Nikon and Canon have focus motors built in. The older AF-D lenses do not. Canon has never had focus motors built into their EOS line. The Tamron 18 270 PZD is identical for both Canon and Nikon except for the mount. It was announced at the end of 2010 and generally available in the first quarter of 2011. Perhaps it is you that should do some research.

cambriaman Loc: Central CA Coast

I had one of those and was quite satisfied with it. I gave it to my son-in-law on a D5000 body when my grand twins were born and he has been using it for 6-½ years now very happily. It was replaced by a D800e body and a Nikon 28-300mm lens.

DrPhrogg Loc: NJ

maggiemae wrote:

I found this lens on Amazon.com and was wondering ... (show quote)

I would suggest you go to a brick & mortar store, put various lenses on the camera (bring your own SD card) and take a few pictures with each. Do one inside, one outside. Older, used glass is good for a start, but if you are serious, there are (usually) significant improvements in each new generation of lenses. See if you like the results with the new 3rd party lenses as much as Nikon. You can buy excellent refurbished glass directly from Nikon at a discount, or look at B&HPhoto or Adaorama.com. Both have good reputations for quality, as well as a good used selection. Return policies are more reliable than Amazon. You might get a better deal on Amazon, but there are also risks. If you want the one on Amazon, see if you can return it if it is not what you expected.

nikonbrain Loc: Crystal River Florida

rgrenaderphoto wrote:

Congratulations, you are a dedicated Sony fanboy. Now stop mansplaining and answer the question. The OP, who has stated she has limited budget for this Tamron lens is not going to go shell out $3000+ for a A7R and even more for the G-Master lenses.

To the OP: Go ahead, buy it. Have a great time. Post some images that will make fanboys jealous.

Exactly what was going to be my reply ,very good.I

jefren Loc: Montgomery, Alabama

My daughter really likes her D3300 with the 2 kit lenses. You might want to see how big and heavy the Tamron is, and think about whether you want a lens that big. If you won't carry it around all day, weight is probably not a problem. That price is nice! Many people reduce cost by buying used or refurbished, or E-Bay. There's no single right answer. Enjoy whatever you get, and don't fret because something else is better in certain situations. Jump in and have fun.

Royce Moss Loc: Irvine, CA

I did lots of research on the Tamron and each rating was pretty average and says it's very soft end at the longer end. If you want that type of lens with reach the Nikon 55 or 70-300, 55-200 are good lenses and not expensive. I have or had all 3 paired with a 3200 and now a 7100. The 35 1.8 is an excellent lens also not expensive. Good for indoors, low light and group shots If you need a lens with more flexibility take a look at the Sigma 17-50 2.8. I got one recently and it is tack sharp and stays on my camera most of the time. When I am out and about during the day I take my 18-140 really good on sunny days and for wildlife an old 75-300 manual focus with push pull zoom that I picked up for $99 that is sharper than the new 70-300 at the longer lengths. So if I were you I would evaluate what I needed the lens for then do your research on each one. Hope this helps you on your decision. Pull the trigger then wait for the Big Brown Truck and the fun begins !!

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Who says the oldies, whether they are cameras, or lenses, can't create very good images. Photographers on this forum still have vintage manual lenses. However, most newer version lenses today, both AF and manual, are in many cases sharper. And much more expensive. I just met someone who owns a dozen of very good Minolta vintage lenses. That he purchased from eBay. Very inexpensively. The D3300 is the best entry-level camera Nikon has manufactured in many years. A 24 megapixels bonanza. It is now discontinued. And the Nikon DX 35mm f1.8, is another very good lens. I got mine New for $197 last year. Owners of the D500 use it.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

jefren wrote:

My daughter really likes her D3300 with the 2 kit lenses. You might want to see how big and heavy the Tamron is, and think about whether you want a lens that big. If you won't carry it around all day, weight is probably not a problem. That price is nice! Many people reduce cost by buying used or refurbished, or E-Bay. There's no single right answer. Enjoy whatever you get, and don't fret because something else is better in certain situations. Jump in and have fun.

The Tamron 18-270 PZD is actually small and light for a superzoom. Its weighs 15.9 oz and has a 62mm filter thread. Its 3 over ounces lighter than Tamron's 16-300 lens, and 9 ounces lighter than Tamron's 18-400 lens. If its too heavy to carry around the OP will have to rethink getting a Micro 4/3rds camera rather than a DSLR .

maggiemae Loc: North Carolina

Thank you all for your input. I think I am going to go with the two kit lenses which give me almost the same range and the 35mm. That should give me enough to play with and learn.