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Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

3.7 stars

(based on 14 reviews)

77% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Describe Yourself:

Enthusiast(3), Photo enthusiast(4), Semi-professional(4)

Pros:

Consistent output(10), Durable(9), Easily interchangeable(8), Fast / accurate auto-focus(12), Lightweight(9)

Cons:

Lens creep(5)

Best Uses:

General purpose(6), Landscape/scenery(5), Landscape photography(3), Low light(3), Night photography(3)

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

my sister loves it, awesome.

By wiz

from Albuquerque, NM on 11/7/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

NONE

Best Uses:

Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Night Photography, Sports/Action, Wildlife Photos

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

don't have to change lens as often as it covers most of the situations I need it for.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

One of The Best Lense Ever Finally!!!

By Prad

from Jackson, Mich. on 8/9/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Lightweight, Strong Construction

Cons:

Lens Creep

Best Uses:

Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Weddings/Events

Describe Yourself:

Pro Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

This the Lense Every Pro-Photographer Should Get It. I wish Tamaron would have 16mm Or 18mm x 300mm lense available.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great Lens

By AGS

from Emmett, Idaho on 5/23/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Lightweight, Strong Construction

Cons:

Lens Creep, Poor in Low Light

Best Uses:

Landscape/Scenery, Weddings/Events, Wildlife Photos

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

I love this Lens. It gives me a wide range of Zoom so I only have to carry one lens when I go walking with my family

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Zoom WOW - but Soft, Soft, Soft

By Yerfdog

from Picture Rocks, PA on 4/12/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Lightweight

Cons:

Poor in Low Light, Slow Focus, Soft focus

Best Uses:

1 size for all

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

Bought to go with my new Canon T2i. Wanted a single lens for most pix - but it's only good for 4x6 prints - NOT larger. Extremely soft at all focal lengths. Slow autofocus. NOT AS GOOD as my Canon kit 18-55mm. [...] Decided to buy better glass and keep changing lenses.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Awsome coverage, from wide to 300mm.

By photo enthusiast Bob

from Troy, MI on 4/11/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Great single lens to have, Lightweight, Rugged, Strong Construction

Cons:

No cons

Best Uses:

Great all around lens, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Macro Photography, Night Photography, Sports/Action, Video, Wildlife Photos

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Big Improvement

By Grey Fox

from Sarasota, Florida on 2/21/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Best Uses:

Landscape/Scenery, Portraits, Sports/Action, Travel, Wildlife Photos

Describe Yourself:

Semi-pro Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

Noticeably better than the Canon 28-200mm and 28-300mm lenses. Image stabilization is super.

[1 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Is this plastic?

By Moody Pictures

from NY on 5/15/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Cons:

Lens Creep

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

For the money there are much better lenses out there. I own other lenses... another Tamron (which I was trying to replace with this one), Tokina, Sigma and Canon and in comparison Tamron is very cheaply made! I will be returning mine and getting something else.

[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Like it- glad I got it.

By The Little Traveler

from San Diego, CA on 2/3/2009

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Pros:

Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

I bought this as an all-purpose back up lens. It's brand new, and hasn't got much use yet.
Still, I own other Tamron lenses, and expect the same quality and durablity from this lens.
It does attach easily, and the electronics work fine. Wide angle distortion is within normal range. The vibration control is nice on long exposures. I'm happy with my purchase.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Best Photographic Investment I Ever Made

By Bob D

from Greenville, SC on 1/21/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Sports/Action, Upgrade, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

I use it for general photography. Haven't gotten a poor picture out of it yet and don't expect to. Operation is as smooth as silk, and tho slightly heavy,it is worth carrying every ounce.
Personally, I can find no fault with it.

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Just What I Was Looking For

By Jim

from Auburn, ME on 1/2/2009

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

I shoot a lot of small birds, and water fowl. A tripod just isn't practical. This lens has enabled me to shoot several shutter speeds slower and still get pin sharp results. It will also help in my wedding photography. Won't have to constantly change from long lens to wide angle as often. I am very pleased with the performance of this lens.

[7 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Versatility & Vibration Compensation

By Jeff @ Cinematicphotos

from Garden Grove, CA on 9/30/2008

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Rugged

Best Uses:

General Use, Portraits, Upgrade

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

I really love my Tamron 28-300 mm lens. I have a little problem with being steady all the time and the vibration control (VC) really helps me a lot. It is even better for my girlfriend when she shoots low light situations with the VC. The large lens hood keeps out most of the glare that I have been getting with my 75-300 from canon. I no longer have to change lenses during wedding photography from my 18-55 to a 75-300. The Tamron is far superior in versatility to the canon 75-300mm that I used to have. My girlfriend has loved my lens so much she wants to buy her own. Maybe it will be her birthday present. [@]

[6 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

LOVE IT

By gzc from Bensalem, PA on 9/14/2008

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Lightweight

Best Uses:

General Use, Portraits, Sports/Action

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

Have had this lens for almost a year and it has easily become my all around choice. I have to get my daughter her own for Christmas or I might be loosing mine as she also is a big fan. I have a Canon 30D and she uses a XTsi. The results are great. We do alot of sport photog and action shot as well as portraits.

[12 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

Good all around lens.

By Starstrider from Middle Tennessee on 5/27/2008

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Clean, Sharp Focus

Cons:

Lens Creep

Best Uses:

General Use, Portraits

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

Purchased this lens a few weeks back. It provides clear, sharp images. Focus is reasonably fast and is almost always on my 5D. Great for a walk around lens or in situations where carrying two or three lenses would be a hassle. Vibration compensation allows for shots with shutter speeds that would normally be too slow to shoot without a tripod. Only annoyance is the lens will creep forward via gravity when tilted toward the ground. Not a problem when shooting but you have to be careful when walking with it slung to your shoulder. Be sure to use the lens lock.

[6 of 16 customers found this review helpful]

Bad sample or ???

By Steven G from Denver, CO on 10/14/2007

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Lightweight, Quiet

Cons:

Lens Creep, Poor image quality

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (Vibration Compensation) Aspherical (IF) Auto Focus Zoom Lens for Canon EOS - U.S.A. Warranty:

This lens could be a bad sample, but the image quality is just not acceptable. I am sending it back to exchange for another - hopefully much better.

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