Tamron 18-400mm f3.5 Di II VC HLD Zoom
Jun 1, 2018 09:26:34 #
SueScott wrote:
Hope you don't mind - here are a couple examples of shots with the 18-400.
The castle has been over-sharpened. The result is a halo around the castle. It is not a good example for evaluating this lens.
The greater the focal length range, the greater the compromise.
I do much of my photography while traveling. I want top quality as much as possible. If I though an 18-400 was sufficient, I wouldn't need any other lens for any other photography.
Jun 1, 2018 09:30:43 #
First, I would not trade the Canon 100-400 in for the Tamron 18-400, the quality does not match. I have both and use both. The Canon I use when using a tripod and or in a blind. The Tamron I use when I need to hand hold or using just a monopod. I avoid shooting landscapes or any wide angle shot with the Tamron as I have found the wide settings do not produce sharp images, unless close-up. I have attached a photo taken with the Tamron 18-400 at 18mm, hand held, taken on my recent trip to South Africa.
Jun 1, 2018 09:51:11 #
uniqueharm
Loc: New Jersey
I bought this lens in March to use on my canon 7D Markll. It had a lot of hunting for focus, images bounced around when viewing thru the view finder, nothing viewed stable even though stabilization was on and images were blurry and soft. I returned it and ordered another. Same issue. Even used foCal for calibration and the Tamron Tap. Nothing helped. Contacted Tamron and now getting ready to send it in for calibration and possible repair if needed. So far I am not a happy camper with this lens.
Jun 1, 2018 09:54:02 #
[quote=jcboy3]The castle has been over-sharpened. The result is a halo around the castle. It is not a good example for evaluating this lens
Here is the same shot with no additional sharpening, just a little brightening by tweaking exposure and shadows. Hope that gives a more accurate representation.
Here is the same shot with no additional sharpening, just a little brightening by tweaking exposure and shadows. Hope that gives a more accurate representation.
Jun 1, 2018 09:55:36 #
I have not had that problem with my Tamron 18-400, except for softness of the wide ranges I have been pleased with mine. I also use the 7D Mark II and the 80D.
Jun 1, 2018 10:51:33 #
jaycoffman
Loc: San Diego
I recently switched from the Tamron 16-300 to the Tamron 18-400 as I wanted more reach. I am very happy with the new lens as the pictures seem a bit sharper than the 16-300 and I don't think I've added any burden but the slightly bigger size. I like the greater reach and the IQ seems better at the 300-400 range than the 16-300 was at the extreme. I won't know the final result until I go to Africa on Safari later this year but I expect I'll still be happy with the change.
I agree with all the advice about renting before buying. I did and I spent a day at the San Diego Safari Park and around our city park shooting as much variety as I could. That convinced me that is wasn't a complete mistake to upgrade. But, that means it worked for me and what I want out of my pictures and that's why you should try before you buy.
I agree with all the advice about renting before buying. I did and I spent a day at the San Diego Safari Park and around our city park shooting as much variety as I could. That convinced me that is wasn't a complete mistake to upgrade. But, that means it worked for me and what I want out of my pictures and that's why you should try before you buy.
Jun 1, 2018 11:08:43 #
If you’re critical about your images, stay with you’re Canon lens and the extender. The Canon extender will not work with the Tamron. The Tamron image quality drops off at both ends of it’s zoom range. The Tamron makes a great everyday lens but it doesn’t replace the Canon 100-400.
Jun 1, 2018 13:46:22 #
I have the Tamron 18 - 400 mm f/3.5 - 6.3 Di II VC HLD zoom also. It might just be a typo, but you didn't indicate the f stop at the 400 mm end of the lens, which is 6.3, in other words the lens isn't 3.5 through its full range.
Other than that it is a great lens (speaking as an enthusiast, not a professional). As a matter of fact I am planning to use this lens on my Nikon D850 body, because I can set the Nikon to DX mode and I get a 600 mm reach this way. Some people are against this approach since one loses a lot of megapixels. However, I just bought the D850 and at the moment I don't have the cash to shell out for a full frame 600 mm lens. Also the Tamron lens is quite light.
Having said the above, I will eventually get a full frame long zoom to give my camera what it deserves.
Other than that it is a great lens (speaking as an enthusiast, not a professional). As a matter of fact I am planning to use this lens on my Nikon D850 body, because I can set the Nikon to DX mode and I get a 600 mm reach this way. Some people are against this approach since one loses a lot of megapixels. However, I just bought the D850 and at the moment I don't have the cash to shell out for a full frame 600 mm lens. Also the Tamron lens is quite light.
Having said the above, I will eventually get a full frame long zoom to give my camera what it deserves.
Jun 1, 2018 13:51:25 #
ToBoldlyGo
Loc: London U.K.
tuschapa wrote:
I have the Tamron 18 - 400 mm f/3.5 - 6.3 Di II VC... (show quote)
I would shoot with the full sensor and crop as needed, personally speaking. That way if you do need to crop outside the DX image, you can.
Jun 1, 2018 14:08:37 #
tuschapa wrote:
I have the Tamron 18 - 400 mm f/3.5 - 6.3 Di II VC... (show quote)
Do you own the Nikon200-500mm
I have both the 18-400 and 200-500. I’m taking them both to Gatorland tomorrow early AM. Gatorland opens early for photographers. It’s bird breading season and all who go have a great time.
Jun 1, 2018 15:52:50 #
I use a Tamron 16-300 on my D7100, and it's generally the lens I keep on my camera. We just returned from a Mediterranean trip, going to Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Croatia. I took 2,500 photos that I will use for my own memories and share with friends. My photos' focal length ranged from 16mm to 300mm, but more at the wide end than the telephoto end. At most, I'll view the pictures full screen on my computer, and likely none will ever be printed. For my use, the 16-300 works well, and the 18-400 would work also work well, with a little more range. For others, with higher image quality requirements, they will probably want to stay with the Nikon or Canon lenses.
It's probably best to rent one and see if you can live with the results.
It's probably best to rent one and see if you can live with the results.
Jun 1, 2018 16:45:00 #
billnikon wrote:
The weight of the Tamron 18-400 is 1.56 lbs. The w... (show quote)
Thank you Bill. Appreciate your comment.
Jun 1, 2018 16:49:42 #
deanfl wrote:
I have made 8 posts in the last year with Tamron 18-400 in the title. I just did a search and not one shows up.
My brief opinion on the lens is that if I want to use one lens all day with access to no other lenses, and I want versatility and light weight, this is my choice. For strictly landscapes, I prefer a 16-85. For strictly wildlife, I prefer a 150-600.
My brief opinion on the lens is that if I want to use one lens all day with access to no other lenses, and I want versatility and light weight, this is my choice. For strictly landscapes, I prefer a 16-85. For strictly wildlife, I prefer a 150-600.
I know dean. I did a search first thing and only found one post on the Tamron 18-400. I thought that was strange which is why I put a post up.
Jun 1, 2018 16:54:15 #
denwin580 wrote:
Tamron 18-400 is excellent ! I used a Sigma 18-250 for some years and then went to the Tamron. IâÂÂll never look back. Wonderful lens !!one taken at 18mm the other at 400.It does what I want it to.
Nice examples. Thanks
Jun 1, 2018 16:58:39 #
47greyfox wrote:
In February, I attended a workshop on Peninsula de... (show quote)
After reading all the comments I think that will be a good idea.
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