Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR DI-II B.I.M. (Built-in Motor) LD Aspherical (IF) AF Zoom Lens with Macro, for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras - U.S.A. Warranty

2014-04-28T21:00:00

I took the lens for a test drive at the local botanical garden to see how things look at different focal lengths. This lens is great. I was able to get some great telephoto shots inside and and had plenty of light and shutter speeds. It was pretty fast for a large lens. Easy to hold and it holds Cokin filters, which I bought the 62mm adapter for. The zoom is a little hard to move, but I am ok with that, because that tells me that I won't have to worry about the focal length changing while I'm focusing or releasing the shutter. The lens made the camera heavy and I noticed how much I shake when taking pictures, and will need to use a tripod and remote to reduce the movement. But, I really like the results and versatility of this lens, and it's a keeper. Will bring on my trip out of the country.

Chi D.

2014-04-14T21:00:00

Right after receiving this Tamron 18-200 mm lens, I went to the northwestern part of Arizona for a long weekend. Every photo I took was crisp and clean. The first photo is of an old tombstone, showing the landscape. Everything is clean. The second photo is of the same tombstone, but a close-up of the crumbling letters. Again, everything looks groovy. I am thrilled to have one multi-purpose lens in lieu of constantly switching between an 18-55 and 55-200. I am thrilled! And the delivery was SUPER fast!

Staziaw

2014-04-09T21:00:00

I got this lens with the intention of getting distance shots of birds, squirrels etc. not good or even useable from 18-40 and 100-200mm. The images exhibit extreme blur, even on a tripod, color distortion, false contrast and an odd haze possibly due to inferior glass. Even my 18-55 kit lens outperforms this lens. Yes its cheap, but for two hundred, you be much happier with a 35mm or 50mm prime. That or save up for something with better quality like a nikkor 70-300 vr. This was my first and last Tamron lense. Lesson learned.

JOSHUA Z.

2014-01-27T19:00:00

I bought this for my Nikon DSLR. Price was good, performance around edges not quite as good as a Nikon lens, but certainly acceptable. Lens has good function and appearance, plus a rebate from Tamron. I'm very pleased with the purchase. And I appreciate the courteous treatment I received from Avi Hadef, my sales person.

Jim

2013-10-21T21:00:00

I am not an expert. I use my DSLR as a point and shoot, in auto mode :). Pictures are awesome.

Amit

2013-07-08T21:00:00

Great range for both close-up and far away photos without changing lenses.

CHARLES S.

2013-07-05T21:00:00

I do not personally own this lens *YET* However, my day-job is working for a newborn photography company that does in-hospital portrait sessions, and this is the lens they use. I've grown to really love this lens. It's not very light-weight, however it feels very sturdy and well-made. It's very sharp, I've had no problem focusing it, which is great where I work because you have to be quick sometimes. We usually have lights out to use all ambient light in the hospital rooms, so you can guess that it's pretty dark for the camera. I can have my bedroom just as dark as we have the hospital rooms, and my Nikkor kit lens takes a long time trying to focus and usually has a hard time. This lens has no problem at all focusing in the amount of light provided. I love this lens! I am looking forward to purchasing this for my freelance photography in the near future, and HIGHLY recommend this lens for anyone looking for an All-Purpose lens in an unbeatable price range.

Jax

2013-06-24T21:00:00

Bought as gift for relative. Worked as advertised

THOMAS P.

2013-05-20T21:00:00

For the price, and what I use it for, this is a great deal.

Ric

2013-05-20T21:00:00

This is a Swiss Army Knife of lenses and should be your primary lens if you use your SLR casually. Great lens to use on a vacation.

ALLAN A.

2013-04-25T21:00:00

Problems focusing when getting close shots. Adjustment is easy so just getting used to. My Nikkor lenses focuses better. Is this drawback of getting 3rd party lenses???

Shimajin

2013-03-18T21:00:00

It is cheap, but both attractive and practical.

guonong

2013-02-14T19:00:00

I love this lens. My walk around lens is a 35mm, but when I'm on any type of trip I use this lens exclusively. I like the fact that it covers the wide range of 55mm-200mm and I don't have to carry or change lenses. Great for portrait and landscape shots and focuses quickly. I've been getting great Bokeh on all of my wide aperture shots with a nice focus range. I was shopping for a while and finally decided on this lens and I'm greatful I did!

WILLIAM V.

2012-09-09T21:00:00

I found myself to be constantly switching between my 18-85mm and my 70-300mm while missing some priceless shots so now I use this lens as my primary one and rarely need to go to 300mm. The all around performance is good especially in the best part of the center lens, the attachment is tighter than an OEM lens but it gives it a sturdier feel. The focal adjustment ring is also a bit tight compare to my original lens, probably to minimize the creep factor which has bee greatly improved since the first models. At the shortest focal length, subjects close to the frame will be greatly distorted with an effect very close to fisheye lens, which can be interesting. Just remember to take close up portraits a from farther distance and use the zoom or have your subject in dead center leaving the sides empty of any vertical line.

Benoit R.

2011-11-13T19:00:00

Generally, this lens is a great bargain in a travel lens where you don't want to lug and change several lenses. If held steady, pictures are surprisingly sharp, bright, and clear in all but extreme ranges.

DAVID C.

2011-10-30T21:00:00

The unit is well made, and the built in motor works well on Nikon D3000. Taking pictures in a Studio, and Natural light (Boost ISO UP).

JOSEPH C.

2011-10-23T21:00:00

awesome! a good piece of investment for a walk around lense.

stonecold

2011-10-16T21:00:00

I just used this for a family portrait yesterday and many of the pictures turned out awesome.

Capegirl

2011-09-24T21:00:00

Good little lens but very plastic.

GV

2011-09-03T21:00:00

I think its a great lens. I am a beginner but have been very pleased with the quality of my photos.

SJK

2011-06-10T21:00:00

I own the tamron lens 18-200 for my Nikon cameras. I also have a tamron 70-250 Since I got it I rarely use any other lens. This lens is great! It is great for regular shooting or close ups and you don't have to stop to change the lens. My husband & I own a DJ business, and I take pictures of all of our events for the customer and make DVD's for them. Mostly weddings. This lens is great when something happens at another part of the room and you need to quickly zoom in to take the picture. It focus' fast and accurate. I have no regrets on the purchase. It saves me time of changing the lens to another for close-ups, which by that time what is happening I would normally have to miss. I would recommend this to anyone, whether a pro or if you do photography as a hobby.

DIANNE F.

2010-01-15T19:00:00

I use it with Nikon D90 - works well for most situations - great lens for all situations. Some times when LiveView LCD is used, it can not focus and hangs at infinity. I need to change the zoom and move the focus ring to help it focus. Works well with viewfinder. Picture is not as sharp as a 50 mm prime nikon but then i did not expect it to be.

milind

2009-10-05T21:00:00

I have had this Lens about 6 Months. I use it with my D200 and my D80. Well I have to admit that I did not have the funds to purchase the Nikon lens at the time but I am disapointed with either lens.( The Tamron and the Nikon Lens) I purchase both but at different times.So I would suggest that a consumer use what works for him or her.

Freddie O.

2009-06-10T21:00:00

I purchased this lens because the two Nikon lenses I own have "issues." One (18-135mm) constantly freezes up and the other (18 -70mm) has a weak casing. They both take good pictures, but I wanted a lens I could count on to work when I needed it to. I haven't had this lens long enough yet to say if it's better or not.

LORRAINE D.