Lens Review: Tamron SP 70-300 f/4-5.6 Di VC USD

By Mike Zawadzki, Technical Specialist

All the rage the past couple months has been about the new cameras, lenses, and other photography products released at Photokina.  This is certainly justified, everyone wants to see the latest photography products, but there is always an underdog that doesn't get the amount of attention it deserves.  This year I feel that the Tamron SP 70-300 f/4-5.6 Di VC USD lens is the underdog that needs a little bit of the spotlight.  Granted this lens was actually in our warehouse well before Photokina, but tis the season for new products so in my book it is part of the same group of new products.  It's a great performer and has a very attractive price.  Tamron is always running great mail-in rebates too.  Keep reading after the break/jump for my full review of this lens!

TAMRON SP 70-300MM F4-5.6 DI VC USD FOR NIKON F MOUNT

By Mike Zawadzki, Technical Consultant

Tamron USA just announced their newest lens, the SP 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DI VC for Nikon cameras.  Sony and Canon mounts will become available soon as well.  This should be a solid addition from Tamron and it has all of their best features such as Vibration Control and Ultrasonic Silent Drive.  I am sure Unique will be getting this lens soon.  It should be a legitimate competitor to the similar offerings from Canon, Nikon, and Sony.  The Sony model will not have VC as Sony Alpha series bodies have in-body stabilization. The price will be $449 and there is a $50 mail in rebate. Quite a good deal.  Here are some of the basics on the lens...