Tamron SP AF28-105MM F/2.8 LD Lens

Sigma 50-500mm f/4.0-6.3 EX APO RF HSM for Canon

12/05/2004 10:20:35 PM · #1

So I'm look into getting an affordable, compact f/2.8 lens for indoor portraits/candids to hold me over until I can afford the expensinve stuff. I've been looking around and have found some good deals on this lens:

Tamron SP AF28-105MM F/2.8 LD

Does anybody have any experience using this lens? Feedack? Worth $500?

I'm considering this over the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di lens, because of the extra reach.

If you have this lens, I'd be interested in seeing some examples from it.

Thanks!

gusto

Canon EOS-7D

12/05/2004 11:04:45 PM · #2

I have the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR Di Zoom

More here reviews: //www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/showproduct.php?product=187&sort=7&thecat=29

Its a nice lens from what I can tell so far.

doctornick

Apple iPhone 13 Pro

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

12/06/2004 01:02:16 AM · #3

The 28-75 is better quality-wise than the 28-105

Manic

DJI Mini 3 Pro

Kamlan 28mm F1.4 MF for APS-C

12/06/2004 04:58:56 AM · #4

Originally posted by gusto:

I have the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR Di Zoom

Same here, and I'm loving this lens!

Chiqui

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II

Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro

12/06/2004 05:23:08 AM · #5

I have the Sigma 24-135 and I LOVE it. It is not 2.8 accross the board though.

June

Beagleboy

Canon EOS-30D

Tokina AF 12-24mm f/4.0 AT-X Pro DX

12/06/2004 08:02:51 AM · #6

Originally posted by doctornick:

The 28-75 is better quality-wise than the 28-105

And a lot cheaper!

I think the 28-75 will be my next purchase

Message edited by author 2004-12-06 08:03:35.

hyperfocal

Nikon D7000

Nikon MF 105mm f/2.5 AIS

12/06/2004 08:12:52 AM · #7

The tamron is a great lens, however i find that if you use filters much the 82mm threads can be a headache. Although the 500 f8 uses the same size threads you will find most of Nikon's glass uses 52,62 or 77mm attachment size (the 18-70 "kit lens" is an exception at 67 urgh).

If the 2.8 you seek is for DOF control or available light, one lens you really should take a serious look at is the 85mm f1.8D (about $300). It has really nice bokeh, is fast, 62mm threads, and due to rear-focus it focuses extremely fast.

Good luck with your quest.

Steven

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The tamron is no where close to being a "compact" lens. It is a tank.

Message edited by author 2004-12-06 08:16:48.

Sigma 50-500mm f/4.0-6.3 EX APO RF HSM for Canon

12/06/2004 08:35:28 AM · #8

Thanks for the comments/feedback so far. The lens is mainly going to be used for indoor wedding photography. I've read the 28-75mm is a great lens, however I wanted that extra reach, as I have the Nikkor 18-70mm DX(not 2.8).

With the 28-75mm Di, do you still have the crop factor, or is it like the Nikon DX lens that are made specifically for digital?

gusto

Canon EOS-7D

12/06/2004 08:41:22 AM · #9

heres a sample shot from the Tamron AF 28-75mm f2.8 XR Di Zoom

I havnt had much time to test it out. This was shot with the 550EX Manual mode 1/4 power bounced

Message edited by author 2004-12-06 08:41:50.

TerryGee

Canon EOS-30D

12/06/2004 08:49:30 AM · #10

I currently have the canon 28-105 3.5-4.5(great lens for the money).
I am now looking for a 2.8 lens in a similar range.
Does anyone know if the Tamron 28-75 is considerably sharper than the one I have?
I shoot weddings and want the the 2.8 but also really need a sharp lens that focuses in low light easily.
I can't swing the price tag on the Canon 2.8 though.

pitsaman

Canon EOS-30D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

12/06/2004 09:49:53 AM · #11

It looks like a nice lens !

Message edited by author 2004-12-06 09:52:03.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

12/06/2004 06:40:17 PM · #12

Thanks for the examples Martin and Kosta.

Just bumping to see if there is any more info out there for Terry or I.

LindaLee

Canon EOS-40D

12/06/2004 06:47:07 PM · #13

Both of my local camera shops highly recommend the 28-75, saying that it is a great lens for the money, produces nice sharp images, and I do know that the crop factor is still an issue for the 10D, (but I don't know anything about Nikons, sorry.)

gusto

Canon EOS-7D

Sigma 50-500mm f/4.0-6.3 EX APO RF HSM for Canon

12/06/2004 07:13:26 PM · #14

heres another from about 1ft at the full 75 f2.8

below is a 100% crop to show detail

MrYu

Nikon D70

Sigma 100-300mm f/4.0 EX IF HSM for Nikon

12/06/2004 07:41:41 PM · #15

I would also consider nikon VR 24-120G. The same price (or less), and i realize it's not 2.8 that you mentioned, but: 1. it's a great all around lens; 2. at the tele end i very much like it; 3. I would pick nikon over tamron any minute.

Just another option, i do realize it may not be what you are looking for at all.

Or, as a second option, if you need it just for portraits, i would also consider one of the nikon's primes. It would be less expensive too...
Such as 60/2.8, which i absolutely love, it may be too wide for your liking though, then check out the 85 and 105.

12/06/2004 08:02:03 PM · #16

Originally posted by yurasocolov:

Thanks, but it has to be a 2.8, as I need it for low light. My preference would be a Nikkor lens, but I don't have the money to invest right now. I also have a 50mm f/1.8 prime. I need a zoom, as I will be doing candids, so a fixed focal length would not work real well.

Boy, when I started this thread I was pretty set on the 28-105, but now people have got me considering the 28-75 Di. Time to find some more reviews.