I’ve always been a prime lens shooter and I’ll always will. But I picked this up along with the 70-180mm from tamron and so far it’s been such an awesome experience.
Thanks a lot for the review. Have bought this lens as a kit for my new a7iii last December. I really love the sharpness. Was doing some interiors. I found that in case of smaller rooms, 17mm is slightly restricting, still fine. For portraits, I'd really would have liked if it would have gone till 35mm. But it's light, internal zooming and takes ring filters.
Tamron has made the right choice here, at least for me . I found most wide zoom too heavy and was considering a prime untill this one . The 17-28mm seems limited at first but i rather have it f2.8 and relatively light and compact instead of wider and longer . It makes me think of my Tokina 11-16 f2.8 on a Canon aps-c dslr but smaller and for ff . It's nice to see new models from non camera makers going differently .
I think tamron wisely understands that people now want small and compact. Plus, with cameras pushing megapixels so high (Sony a7riv) you can use this lens in crop mode and still get excellent resolution. Now you go from 17-42 with excellent image quality and it's small. I think the future of lenses will be smaller technical zoom ranges.
I think you've got a point there. I personally find the crop mode on Sony to be very useful (particularly for event work, where I don't need massive resolution).
@@DustinAbbottTWI Exactly. 18MP is plenty if no cropping and if you aren't doing landscape. Plus, the video performs better in crop on the a7Riii atleast.
Another excellent review. I'll get the Tamron 17-28 after watching your videos on the lens. Would like to have the Sigma 14-24 for that extra 3mm on the wide end but the Tamron is lighter, cheaper and more compact. And perhaps most important - it can take the same front filters as my Tamron 28-200. If I ever need to go wider than 17mm I guess I just have to be creative.
This lens is a workhorse for me, as a wedding photographer in Indonesia. Which usually located on a small - kind of old and dark places (hotels). I use a7R mark 3, and if I need that extra range, I will use the APSC mode and got that reach - something about 42mm .
I own a 17-28 and sometimes it doesn't autofocus. I have to turn off the camera and turn it back on to make the AF work again. This happened a dozen of times already in 2 weeks.
Dear Dustin, I'd like to note that unlike Adobe, the Capture One software doesn't need the update to support all the image corrections in this lens. It uses the data embedded into RAW file. It took a really long way for me to obtain this lens - from cancelling my pre-order, through death of SEL24240 in the beginning of my vacation trip abroad, and finally I'm purchasing the 17-28 today!
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks Dustin. I now have the lens and am appreciating it the more I get to know it. It is definitely a fun lens to use and easy to recommend. I am looking forward to taking it with me when travelling along with the Tamron 28-75 f2.8. The promised companion telephoto lens, if it continues in the same form factor, will be a definite buy in 2020!
It's been a while since I logged on to your channel Dustin as I'm really happy with my gear lineup. A friend asked my opinion about this Tamron and the Sigma 14-24 2.8 and my first port of call is here. After just watching the Sigma 14-24 and now this review I must say for an in-depth gear review there is only ONE stop. Best of luck for 2020.
I'm on the side of not caring about the range from 29mm to 34mm. Almost every time I've had the option, the shot either benefited from being at 35mm or 24mm. Can say one thing. After getting a notoriously bad wide open Samyang 18-28 f/4-4.5, I can say without a doubt that I _really_ want this lens for that extra light, if nothing else. This focal length range is just fine for me.
Just yesterday, Tamron teased pictures of four new Sony E lenses. The video didn't specify the details of any of the lenses but based off of their relative sizes, it's pretty safe to bet that thee of them are primes and one is their ~70-200 entry. The video can be found on the official "TamronVids" RUclips channel. Fingers crossed that the ~70-200 is no shorter than 180 on the long end and that it is in fact f/2.8. I'd really love to buy that before this dining March.
Hello Mr. Abbott....outstanding review. I have been following your many lens reviews for last two years. And you know what, the images you took with this lens ...are some of the bests sets of images among all lens reviews. It proves how much you enjoyed taking pictures with it. I had the Tamron 28-75mm and waited for this one. Because they complement each other. But swapping lenses on a mirrorless camera is still a hassle during a trip in a national park! And as landscapes are my primary interest, I found that 16-35 and 70-200 fullfill 99% of my needs. So I bit the hefty price of 16-35 GM and adapted the new Canon 70-200 f/4L IS II. I tell you Mr. Abbott, this Canon zoom is a fantastic lens. Adapting is no issue at all on A7iii. And I request you to review the new Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD as well. This is a killer lens and I strongly believe it will replace your Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM. Cheers! 😊
Tamron's e mount lenses make going Sony tempting. Since this lens seems to be better at 20mm, the new Sigma 14-24 may be a better choice for a true wide angle lens. Of course, size, weight, filters matter to many. Very nice review. One question. Many say that the problem with a Sony camera is the handling. Ergonomics. How do you like how the Sony A7III feels in the field?
I realized the 14-24mm would have suited me more than the 17-28 when I had already bought the Tamron :( Now selling the Tamron and getting the Sigma would be to much of a money loss
I'll check your video out. I think I got a bad copy of my Sigma. The Tamron was quite better from my tests. Sent the Sigma back and hoping can get a replacement copy soon. I'm probably going to have to wait though to get one 😔
@@DustinAbbottTWI Looking forward to this - as I'm looking at these two lenses at the moment. The range on the Sigma is more interesting than the Tamron.
Hi Dustin, thanks a lot for the review. I'm still dithering on the fence, trying to decide between going the Sony (A7III) road or the Nikon (Z6) road. The 3rd party options for Sony are very compelling, even though I am (possibly irrationally) more drawn to the Nikon option. I think if Tamron had already released their telephoto option, going Sony would be a slam dunk. Here's to hoping it's not far away. Many thanks again for your reviews. I don't think many people fully grasp the amount of work which goes into each one, never mind the amount of work required to produce so many of them.
Hi DA Very nice conclusions on this 17-28 Concerning the wonderpana well finally I'll give a try to the haida M15 that is using magnetic filters. What's interesting with tamron is that between their 15-30/2.8, 17-35/2.8-4 and 17-28/2.8 they have consistency in contrast and colors rendition 👍
Your last point is solid. Tamron has done a good job of producing wide angle lenses that produce vibrant, punchy images - pretty important in wide angle zooms.
Great review @Dustin! Just wondering how you think it compares in image quality to the Sony 20mm f1.8 prime lens? My needs would be primarily: 1. run + gun hand-held documentary video (where having some zoom possibilities can be quite helpful) 2. slick gimbal shots (where beauty and AF are my prime concerns). Struggling to decide between these two options for my new a7siii! All help appreciated!
If you need the flexibility of the zoom, the Tamron is a great choice. The Sony is a bit sharper, but I'm wondering if you would be able to detect that difference in video.
Thanks. FWIW there seem to be a few ppl over on the a7s3 fb groups that think it looks significantly better. I think I am edging toward the 20mm as the tamron 28-75mm cover the vast majority of my live situation doc shooting anyways and I think I will mostly be using the wide either on gimbal or in situations when I can easily adjust my position. I appreciate your input. Keep up the awesome work.
I’m really struggling between the Tamron 17-28 and the Sigma 16-28. I do real estate photography and the 16mm seems more desirable but would I notice the difference? The struggle is real with the decision making 🤦🏽♀️
I know it's considered heresy, but I've been using my Tamron 28-75mm f.2.8 E Mount lens on my Nikon Z7 using the Techart Pro adapter and it's actually quite good for my purposes (your mileage may vary...). The entire setup is not without its occasional idiosyncrasies. I've had my eye on this Tamron 17-28mm f/28 E Mount for as a lightweight ultra-wide lens for the Nikon system as well. I also have Sony bodies (a7s, a7rII, a7III, and practically all the APS-C bodies) so it can do double duty for those. I just like the Nikon system for astrophotography since Sony seems to have dug in its heels on the star-eater issue and I don't see them changing that anytime soon despite what they've told their consumers.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Every one of the full-frame E Mount lenses I've used on the Nikon Z7 so far (Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8, Zony 24-70mm f/4, Sony 28mm f/2, and Sony 85mm f/1.8) has worked using the Techart Pro AF adapter. There is some slight pulsing in some situations and on occasion, I've had to turn off the camera and turn it back on for autofocus to re-engage, but every lens has worked. Again, for my purposes (which isn't all that demanding) they've worked well enough and are snappy. That being said, I'm REALLY looking forward to Nikon releasing an APS-C Z Mount camera since I have some wonderful E Mount Sigma lenses I'd like to try out as a lighter weight kit.
Thank u for another great review, i all ready own it and its amazing, im looking forward to the telephoto zoom from Tamron EF- Greetings for a videographer in Colombia
I need a piece of advise - I am planning to get into travel videos, hence need a wide angle lens. How relevant is fast lens, like f1.8 compared to f2.8... I can get 20mm prime f1.8 at the same price of Tamron f 2.8.. I use Sony A7iii and have a Tamron 28-75..
@@DeanBKK I intend to take night shots too.. I had a great experience with Tamron, although to be fair I haven’t used Sony lenses much.. As you suggested, I may be going for zoom lens f2.8 instead of f1.8..
Thanks for the truly awesome reviews. Which lens would you recommend for landscape, architecture, video and Astro between Laowa 15mmf2 and the Tamron 16-28mm? I'm thinking the 2.8 is not enough for astro. And would a zoom lens be more versitile than prime?
Either lens will do some things better than the other. The Tamron is better for landscape and video. The Laowa is better for architecture. Both about the same for astro.
I returned this and ordered the Sony 24 mm f1.4. Next I will see if I choose the Tamron 75-180 mm f2.8 or the GM 70-200 f2.8? Love my Tamron 28-75 mm:-)
@@DustinAbbottTWI I think the lens was a tiny bit decentered, and there was far more distortion on 17 mm than what I imagined, and I found the corners not to be so sharp as on my 28-75 mm. Too I found myself shooting mostly up to 28 mm the days I had it.
I returned it as well and got the Sigma 14-24mm f2.8 it eats Tamron form breakfast. Very minimal distortion at 14-18mm, much sharper corner too corner, better color and contrast and surprisingly better AF in video then Tamron. Not to mention build quality and the focus hold off and on buttons, well worth the extra $500.
@@royzarga8407 Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Here I live I can live well with a 24 mm, but if I go back to Venice someday, I need a wider angle. Will keep your recommendation in mind!
The glitch is real! The first copy I tried on an A7III glitched with increasing frequency and I constantly needed to take battery out to restore the focus capability. Then I had to replace it with a 2nd copy which glitches in a much lower frequency.
Thanks Dustin. Very thorough review. I just miss the comparison with the Sony Zeiss 16-35 OSS, which for me would the option to consider. What do you think about this?
Good morning , rumor has it that Canon will release 2 new cameras in September a EOS 90D and EOS M6 Mk II both having a 32.5 megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor if you have not heard already. I enjoy watching your videos along with a cup of Joe (No that is not code) to start the day off and learn something informative.
Thanks al these reviews keeps it hard for me to choose! I now use my Canon 17-40 but i like the wide range however i want something better and more reliable than that combo with metabones of sigma. But i like more range so maybe sony 16-35 f4 is for me better but this Tamron seems to have a better iq... hard hard hard.... i love my 28-75 however...
Hi Dustin, I was wondering if the Sony G 20mm is much better than this Tamron in terms of image quality. I’m tempted to go for the Sony prime but the flexibility of this zoom is a huge plus... Thanks for another great review.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thank you, Dustin. I'd rather travel with primes, but I can't afford, say, 20mm and 24mm (plus, perhaps something around 14mm or 18mm). I always wonder what it would be like to have 3 primes instead of one zoom. Would it be limiting or... liberating in some ways (?)
Is there focus breathing? It looked like it in one of the shots but I wasn't sure how bad it is. I shoot mainly video and like to do racks between subjects, so this is important to me. Thanks for the review.
Mr. Abbott, the written review on your website is under the Samyang/ Rokinon lens reviews instead of the Tamron (or Sony) ones. You might want to correct that, so that the review is easier to find.
Dustin, i have the voigtlander 15, f4.5 and the 21, f3.5. I am thinking about selling the voigtlander 21 and buying the tamron 17-28. Does that make sense? How does the tammy compare in IQ to the voigtlanders?
This is a very late comment. Have recently been given a Gen 1, or first iteration, Sony A7R. The very well heeled owner didn't like the low trade in price offered when purchasing a new a7R4. I need to purchase some affordable quality glass. That totally rules out even looking at GM lens. This lens will probably have to suffice as a compromise semi wide angle zoom. However, tbh, that focal length compromise at the wide angle end is a problem. I may need to see if Samyang ( am pretty sure it does) makes wide angle primes , manual focus not a problem as will be shooting very wide e.g landscapes where often just set lens- shooting in aperture priority, at f/11 or f8. Will check your other online reviews to see if Tamron makes a 16-35 type wide angle zoom. However, suspect that this lens is its foray into the Sony ff mirrorless domain. As usual, found your review very helpful.
Many thanks Dustin. These excellent very wide angle lens have been available in Australia for about 2 or so years. As I know, but don't often see, the gentleman who is the managing director of CR Kennardy and Co, a now very large optical importing company, I was able to purchase that very wide angle Sigma zoom for my Canon 6D. It is as good a wide angle lens as I will need. TBH, the Canon L 16-35 2.8 may be an excellent lens, however as with seemingly all L series glass, I cannot or could not justify its purchase. Similarly, whilst the majority of my photos are wider angle, I simply would be wasting,now limited discretionary spending funds by duplicating the Sigma wide angle zoom on the Sony Gen 1 A7R. This is an excellent camera that I have basically bundled with the much underated Sony Z 35 1.8. As you have observed more than once, this is a supremely versatile focal length. Again, I thank you for your considered response.
Dustin thank you so much for the video. One question, speaking purely about IQ: Does this lens perform better than the 16-35GM? (color/sharpness). Thank you again.
This lens has a little more punch than the 17-35 (and obviously has a faster aperture over some of the range). It's been too long for 18-35 for me to compare, plus that lens is only for APS-C, so it's not a real comparison.
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Sorry, I maybe late commenting this review, but I have a dilemma. The choice is strange but I’m in between buying a Tamron 17-28 f2.8 and a Sigma 24mm Art f1.4 as they are almost identically priced and I need a wider and a faster lens as compared to a Sony kit 28-70. On the one hand I like that wider angle of 17mm on a tamron for landscapes and architecture, but f1.4 of sigma looks so appealing for low light or indoor photography as well as it separates an object from a background shooting environmental portraits. So the question is: subjectively what do you think is a better price/picture quality choice? Or maybe You could suggest some other wide angle fast lenses in about 800€ price tag for Sony A7II?
Hi Deny, the Sony 20mm F1.8 G might be a very nice choice, and stay tuned to this space, as there is a new Sigma lens coming that might also fit your needs very well.
Thanks for your review! Furthermore, could ask you guys who has this lens did you notice that the aperture is really loud and gives quite sick noise or just mine is faulty? There is a rubbing, scratching voice when I switch on or off the camera and the aperture goes open and close. When I'm just setting the aperture only has clicking voice. I never felt/heard anything like this before from any lenses. Thanks in advance for the answers.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks for your answer Dustin. Cool, I'm happy then probably I just caught a wrong one. I want to use this lens, so I just return it and hopefully get a silent one next time.
Love this in depth intellectual review thank you. I am looking to complete my wedding and event photography kit. I have the Sony 35mm 1.8 and 85mm Sigma 1.4 ART and am looking for something wider to use for crazy dancefloor pics in low light on the Sony a7iii and a9. My question is do you think the autofocus could hold up in low light for fast moving objects (dancing etc). Thanks for any feedback
I shoot a 20mm and a 28mm; and I think this lens is perfect; wish they had it for the Nikon Z mount; I'd switch. I have too many Nikon lenses to switch and Sony ergos suck. But this lens would be the perfect travel lens.
I'm not sure I agree about the ergonomics (I enjoy using the a7RIII), but the good news is that the basic technology here is probably possible to translate to Nikon Z or Canon RF.
Hi thank you for your thought review. I have Sony a7 iii with Tamron 28-75 and also EOS m with 11-22. Do you think I will experience a great improvement by replacing 11-22 with 17-28? I shoot landscapes with narrow apertures (f/8). Thanks
The 17-28 is the better lens, but it sounds to me like you have a complimentary kit there already - two bodies with different focal lengths on them. One potential advantage of making the switch, however, is that the a7III has much better dynamic range, which will give you some editing advantages.
Hello Dustin, does Tamron 28-75 mm have native correction in the lens (for video) like this one has too? it's the first time I hear about native correction for video, are there other lenses with this capability, Sony, or Tamron? Thank you.
I believe the answer is yes for the 28-75. The same would be true of Zeiss Batis lenses and I assume will be true of the new Sigma lenses designed for FE.
Very informative video @DustinAbbottTWI, I was also looking for a good wide angle lens and this is the one I shortlisted. I'm just doubting the difference between the model number A046 vs A046SF. If you can kindly share, 'would highly appreciate.
Just bought this lens and going to return it. Very cheap compare to Tamron 28-75. Looks like it is not good for the harsh weather due to the opening inside the barrel. Zoom is mediocre, to the point it is completely useless. Better get a prime, like Sony 20mm f/1.8. It also feels that lens itself is very small but in a larger body to make it 67mm. Looks like Tamron cut all possible corners with this lens and it should have been priced no more than $399-$499. Tamron could have made glass wider, not use internal zoom and make this lens at least f/1.8. But with 2.8 it is not good enough for this kind of focal length. Compare to Tamron 28-75 it is night and day in build quality, image quality. If it was 17-35 f/2.8, it would be a good lens, and I suspect, that Tamron is going to release such a lens. Also, I suspect, that Tamron is going to release something like 28-105 f/2.8.
I'm not quite sure on your comparison, as it has a similar build and similar image quality to the 28-75mm. I've never heard any other reviewer say otherwise, too.
Meticulously detailed, technically deep yet easily understandable, outstandingly informative and professionally presented making it easy to focus on real content matter. Dustin, yours is the best channel on RUclips when it comes to knowing about lens. Mostly, it takes atleast 15 to 20 videos for me to subscribe to a channel, but I got the gist of the your high quality content just in 2. Please suggest what would you recommend, will be the best FE lens to pair with Sony A7iii for 1) Kitchen studio indoor background with good lighting setup. Filming tasty style recipe videos to get sharp closeup mouthwatering macro over the top and 40 degree footage while cooking on the heat. Fast timelapse, fast forwards from the oven glass and on stove frying. 2)Cinematic brolls, slow motion while cutting, chopping, pouring, slicing and prepping the food. Also very Important - host/talent presenting prescriptive style narration during intro, in betweens and end to explain tips and techniques to fast prep, cook and present the dish. 3) Small size products(phones), white goods(washing machine) and car reviewing Carwow and MKBHD style videos along with host talking to camera. 4) Business Enterpreneurship Valuetainment, Tai Lopez style videos. host/talent presenting talking to camera on business, finance topics and pointers scrolling or highlighting on the clear seemless white background. CAN ANY ONE LENS DO ALL OF THE ABOVE? SHORTLISTED LENses For FOOD FILMING over the top and 1) Sony FE 90 mm F 2.8 Macro OR 1) FE 35 mm F 1.8 Food close up brolls, ff, slow mo 2)Sony FE 16 to 35 F2.8 GN Or 2) Tamron 17 to 35 F 2.8 Or 2) Sony 16 to 35 F4 FOR TALKING to CAM VIDEOs 3) FE PZ 28 - 135 Mm F4 OSS Cine OR 3) Tamron 28 to 70 F2.8 OR 3) Sony Fe 24 to 105 f4 oss Please suggest if one of these above or some other lens can do all of the above Or would you recommend 2 lens combination? All indoors, with good lighting setup. NOTE: I have a sony 28-70 F3.5 to t.6 kit lense that came with A7iii. Thanks in advance HIGH REGARDS for your work. Sanjay
Just send the questions in the flow of videos, and I'm usually pretty good to respond. I don't always see comments like this, though, if they get buried in a thread.
great review, i have this tamron too and i was wondering if i should put a uv filter on the lens since i had heard that the lenses with the internal zoom, let dust into the front lens, could you tell me if this thing is true or not? thank you
I'm finding the chromatic aberration on this lens to be horrible. I expect some in high contract areas but this goes beyond just "normal" purple fringing. It's ruining photos, especially those of small streams where the corners of the stream look like they are full of purple blueberries. Maybe I have a bad copy but when I took the same photo, same focal length and aperture with my Sony 24-105, there is no chromatic aberration.
Hmmm, that doesn't sound right to me at all. I've seen no evidence of that in either the review copy or the lens I purchased...nor have I seen any other reviewers reporting longitudinal or lateral CA to be a problem.
I understand Dustin. I did find an online review that discussed CA issues but almost all reviews indicated CA was not an issue. I’m not a pixel peeper but a couple of my photos are unusable. I’ve contacted the vendor. I’m going out again today with a UV filter to see if that helps. It may be my copy. Thanks for responding.
That depends on how you think you can control focus. If you are talking about a drive that moves the focus ring, then yes. If you mean just connecting into the camera and controlling focus, then no
@@DustinAbbottTWI thank you for this review. Makes me wish they had a similar zoom for Canon. And thank you for your upcoming review on the Tamron 35 1.4. Hoping it gives the Canon 35mm 1.4 ii a run for the money.
Hi Dustin, if start from fresh, not changing system, canon eos r or a7 iii is better for wedding or any other serious project? I Don’t mind the current lacking option of canon rf lenses. Which you feel more reliable and inspiring for the job? thanks.
The a7III is the more complete camera at this point. The R has some strengths, but I think we'll need to see generation 2 before we see a camera as complete as the a7III
Tamron recently teased their 4 new lenses. (ruclips.net/video/RT82SHSaKB4/видео.html ). It seems like they share 67mm filter threads, and it would be a zoom and 3 primes. If its relative size ratio is correct, the zoom would be ~145mm and the primes would be ~65mm. So, the zoom can't be 70-200 f/2.8, because its opening has to be at least 72mm (200/2.8=71.43). So if it is f/2.8 zoom, at best it would be 180mm at the longer end. The primes look like they have very short flange distances, it would be wide angle lens. Judging by its size, my guess is 24, 35, 50 f/1.8 lenses.
Hi Dustin, thanks for the review. At some point you mention a glitch when you were not able to focus properly. Please check this video ruclips.net/video/HGzRjzeyFos/видео.html Is this something similar? I recently purchased this lens, and have this problem quite frequently so I was able to record the behaviour.
That looks identical to what I saw. I've forwarded your video on to Tamron USA as they tried to diagnose the problem on my copy of the lens without success.
I feel that is very unfair that sony get so much support from Tamron and others and Fuji users gets nothing...Although now with the viltrox 85mm and the upcoming 23,33 and 56 things will be better. Although is not zooms...
Hmmm, the Laowa 15mm F2 is currently priced at $849 while the Tamron is priced at $899. I'm not sure how that is comparing it to a cheap lens. I also compare it to the Tamron 28-75 at the overlapping focal length, and it is essentially the same price.
I think you are misunderstanding. It is traditional for a zoom lens to have a W (wide) and T (telephoto) end of the zoom range whether that is technically true of the focal length or not
@@DustinAbbottTWI On the contrary, telephoto describes a set of lens elements where the effective focal length is _longer_ than physical length of the lens, typically where that focal length is greater than about 85mm (in 35mm terms).
@@rogeryoung3587 I think you still don't understand what Dustin is saying. There is a difference between "telephoto lens" or "telephoto focal length" (as you are describing) and "telephoto END" which is what Dustin is describing. On ANY zoom lens, the "widest" size is called "wide end" and the other one is called "telephoto end". As a counter example, on a 70-200 lens, 70 is called "wide end" even if 70mm is not a "wide focal length. Basically, the "END" word on the description is what makes the definition technically correct.
@@bernardosilva7306 I understand perfectly well what Dustin and you have written. My contention is that it is inaccurate (even though it might be the accepted convention) to describe the longer 'end' of a wide-angle zoom lens as telephoto. Tamron themselves refer to Wide and Tele in their specification for this lens - but they are wrong as well! There are plently of other misnomers in photography, for example - shutter speed. There isn't a fast or slow shutter _speed_ as such, because the blades always travel at the same velocity, irrespective of shutter _duration_ .
I got sick of it, it would be better to show the picture ... If I had a lens, I would have done a much better review on my channel Достал балаболить, лучше бы показал картинку... Если бы у меня был объектив, я бы куда лучше сделал обзор на своем канале
Revisiting all your older reviews for my new A7iv. Thanks again for such a useful content library Dustin!
That’s good to hear. The older reviews are still good resources when you are lens shopping.
this is THE go to site when choosing a lens, thankyou dustin!
That's what I want to hear!
This is exactly what I do. I have a few favourites, but the final decision relies on Dustin’s views.
Mr Abbott is my go to guy when i need to buy a lens, 17-28 will surely complement my 28-75 Tamron nicely
I think it will
I’ve always been a prime lens shooter and I’ll always will. But I picked this up along with the 70-180mm from tamron and so far it’s been such an awesome experience.
They are both very good lenses.
Thanks a lot for the review. Have bought this lens as a kit for my new a7iii last December. I really love the sharpness. Was doing some interiors. I found that in case of smaller rooms, 17mm is slightly restricting, still fine. For portraits, I'd really would have liked if it would have gone till 35mm.
But it's light, internal zooming and takes ring filters.
Fair enough, though those are the corners they chose to cut rather than sacrificing image quality or making it large.
Tamron has made the right choice here, at least for me . I found most wide zoom too heavy and was considering a prime untill this one . The 17-28mm seems limited at first but i rather have it f2.8 and relatively light and compact instead of wider and longer .
It makes me think of my Tokina 11-16 f2.8 on a Canon aps-c dslr but smaller and for ff . It's nice to see new models from non camera makers going differently .
I think the Tokina is a good comparison
The absolute best RUclips channel for any photography products reviews.
Thank you very much!
@@DustinAbbottTWI I thank you for your excellent reviews.
I think tamron wisely understands that people now want small and compact. Plus, with cameras pushing megapixels so high (Sony a7riv) you can use this lens in crop mode and still get excellent resolution. Now you go from 17-42 with excellent image quality and it's small. I think the future of lenses will be smaller technical zoom ranges.
I think you've got a point there. I personally find the crop mode on Sony to be very useful (particularly for event work, where I don't need massive resolution).
@@DustinAbbottTWI Exactly. 18MP is plenty if no cropping and if you aren't doing landscape. Plus, the video performs better in crop on the a7Riii atleast.
Another excellent review. I'll get the Tamron 17-28 after watching your videos on the lens. Would like to have the Sigma 14-24 for that extra 3mm on the wide end but the Tamron is lighter, cheaper and more compact. And perhaps most important - it can take the same front filters as my Tamron 28-200. If I ever need to go wider than 17mm I guess I just have to be creative.
Sounds like fair arguments to me.
This lens is a workhorse for me, as a wedding photographer in Indonesia. Which usually located on a small - kind of old and dark places (hotels). I use a7R mark 3, and if I need that extra range, I will use the APSC mode and got that reach - something about 42mm .
That’s great. I’m glad you enjoy it.
@@DustinAbbottTWI But I do have that glitch, once in a while. Still couldn't understand what exactly causing it
I own a 17-28 and sometimes it doesn't autofocus. I have to turn off the camera and turn it back on to make the AF work again. This happened a dozen of times already in 2 weeks.
They will probably address this with a firmware patch if it is a widely reported problem.
Curious....which body/bodies?
@@tbreit A7 III with 3.01 firmware
As I mentioned, I had that happen once myself, and I suspect that a firmware fix will come
Happen a lot to me aswell..
Dear Dustin, I'd like to note that unlike Adobe, the Capture One software doesn't need the update to support all the image corrections in this lens. It uses the data embedded into RAW file.
It took a really long way for me to obtain this lens - from cancelling my pre-order, through death of SEL24240 in the beginning of my vacation trip abroad, and finally I'm purchasing the 17-28 today!
It's odd that Adobe doesn't have information, as yes, it should be embedded.
I appreciate this review very much. I have this lens on order and am happy that the wait will be worth it!
You'll enjoy!
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks Dustin. I now have the lens and am appreciating it the more I get to know it. It is definitely a fun lens to use and easy to recommend. I am looking forward to taking it with me when travelling along with the Tamron 28-75 f2.8. The promised companion telephoto lens, if it continues in the same form factor, will be a definite buy in 2020!
It's been a while since I logged on to your channel Dustin as I'm really happy with my gear lineup. A friend asked my opinion about this Tamron and the Sigma 14-24 2.8 and my first port of call is here. After just watching the Sigma 14-24 and now this review I must say for an in-depth gear review there is only ONE stop. Best of luck for 2020.
Thanks for the great feedback.
Thanks for the review, highly appreciated! Very useful information with everything you need to know, awesome!
Glad to help out.
Great review once again, mate. Cant wait to see your thoughts on the 35mm 1.2. Tamron are on fire at the moment.
If you’re referring to the 35 mm F1.4, I just started reviewing it yesterday
I'm on the side of not caring about the range from 29mm to 34mm. Almost every time I've had the option, the shot either benefited from being at 35mm or 24mm.
Can say one thing. After getting a notoriously bad wide open Samyang 18-28 f/4-4.5, I can say without a doubt that I _really_ want this lens for that extra light, if nothing else. This focal length range is just fine for me.
I think you will be really happy with the optical performance of the Tamron
Just yesterday, Tamron teased pictures of four new Sony E lenses. The video didn't specify the details of any of the lenses but based off of their relative sizes, it's pretty safe to bet that thee of them are primes and one is their ~70-200 entry. The video can be found on the official "TamronVids" RUclips channel. Fingers crossed that the ~70-200 is no shorter than 180 on the long end and that it is in fact f/2.8. I'd really love to buy that before this dining March.
I've seen that, but I'm not allowed to share more information than what's public.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Which is quite telling on its own 😂
I look forward to your reviews, whenever these lenses are actually out.
Another good video by Dustin Abbott. He tells us what is important to know.
Thank you!
Great review, full of very useful informations... thank you for that good job !
My pleasure.
When in doubt, I know where to come. Thanks a million!
Glad to help out.
Hello Mr. Abbott....outstanding review. I have been following your many lens reviews for last two years. And you know what, the images you took with this lens ...are some of the bests sets of images among all lens reviews. It proves how much you enjoyed taking pictures with it.
I had the Tamron 28-75mm and waited for this one. Because they complement each other. But swapping lenses on a mirrorless camera is still a hassle during a trip in a national park! And as landscapes are my primary interest, I found that 16-35 and 70-200 fullfill 99% of my needs. So I bit the hefty price of 16-35 GM and adapted the new Canon 70-200 f/4L IS II. I tell you Mr. Abbott, this Canon zoom is a fantastic lens. Adapting is no issue at all on A7iii.
And I request you to review the new Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD as well. This is a killer lens and I strongly believe it will replace your Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM. Cheers! 😊
I'm working on the Tamron review right now. I can tell it's a fantastic lens.
Tamron's e mount lenses make going Sony tempting. Since this lens seems to be better at 20mm, the new Sigma 14-24 may be a better choice for a true wide angle lens. Of course, size, weight, filters matter to many. Very nice review. One question. Many say that the problem with a Sony camera is the handling. Ergonomics. How do you like how the Sony A7III feels in the field?
The a7RII/a7III was the first Sony camera I used that I actually liked the ergonomics. I'll be looking at the Sigma 14-24 in a few weeks.
Great review Dustin. Very informative!
You're welcome!
I just did a video on the new Sigma 14-24mm 2.8 for Sony e mount. I bought that over the Tamron, both solid options.
I realized the 14-24mm would have suited me more than the 17-28 when I had already bought the Tamron :( Now selling the Tamron and getting the Sigma would be to much of a money loss
I’ll be looking at the 14-24 in a few weeks and will do a comparison. I was a big fan of the DSLR version of that lens
Dustin Abbott Yep; your review of that version was one of the ones I saw when researching this one, hoping the mirrorless version would be as good!
I'll check your video out. I think I got a bad copy of my Sigma. The Tamron was quite better from my tests. Sent the Sigma back and hoping can get a replacement copy soon. I'm probably going to have to wait though to get one 😔
@@DustinAbbottTWI Looking forward to this - as I'm looking at these two lenses at the moment. The range on the Sigma is more interesting than the Tamron.
Great and informative video, sir! As always!
Thank you
Hi Dustin, thanks a lot for the review.
I'm still dithering on the fence, trying to decide between going the Sony (A7III) road or the Nikon (Z6) road. The 3rd party options for Sony are very compelling, even though I am (possibly irrationally) more drawn to the Nikon option.
I think if Tamron had already released their telephoto option, going Sony would be a slam dunk. Here's to hoping it's not far away.
Many thanks again for your reviews. I don't think many people fully grasp the amount of work which goes into each one, never mind the amount of work required to produce so many of them.
I suspect you’ll see the announcement of the telephoto before the year is out
What range of telephoto are you guys thinking? 75-200? If it’s f2.8(which I’d assume it would be) I’d probably get rid of the 70-200
Hi DA
Very nice conclusions on this 17-28
Concerning the wonderpana well finally I'll give a try to the haida M15 that is using magnetic filters.
What's interesting with tamron is that between their 15-30/2.8, 17-35/2.8-4 and 17-28/2.8 they have consistency in contrast and colors rendition 👍
Your last point is solid. Tamron has done a good job of producing wide angle lenses that produce vibrant, punchy images - pretty important in wide angle zooms.
Great review @Dustin! Just wondering how you think it compares in image quality to the Sony 20mm f1.8 prime lens? My needs would be primarily:
1. run + gun hand-held documentary video (where having some zoom possibilities can be quite helpful)
2. slick gimbal shots (where beauty and AF are my prime concerns).
Struggling to decide between these two options for my new a7siii! All help appreciated!
If you need the flexibility of the zoom, the Tamron is a great choice. The Sony is a bit sharper, but I'm wondering if you would be able to detect that difference in video.
Thanks. FWIW there seem to be a few ppl over on the a7s3 fb groups that think it looks significantly better. I think I am edging toward the 20mm as the tamron 28-75mm cover the vast majority of my live situation doc shooting anyways and I think I will mostly be using the wide either on gimbal or in situations when I can easily adjust my position. I appreciate your input. Keep up the awesome work.
I’m really struggling between the Tamron 17-28 and the Sigma 16-28. I do real estate photography and the 16mm seems more desirable but would I notice the difference? The struggle is real with the decision making 🤦🏽♀️
I know it's considered heresy, but I've been using my Tamron 28-75mm f.2.8 E Mount lens on my Nikon Z7 using the Techart Pro adapter and it's actually quite good for my purposes (your mileage may vary...). The entire setup is not without its occasional idiosyncrasies. I've had my eye on this Tamron 17-28mm f/28 E Mount for as a lightweight ultra-wide lens for the Nikon system as well. I also have Sony bodies (a7s, a7rII, a7III, and practically all the APS-C bodies) so it can do double duty for those. I just like the Nikon system for astrophotography since Sony seems to have dug in its heels on the star-eater issue and I don't see them changing that anytime soon despite what they've told their consumers.
That's interesting. I didn't know that they would work there.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Every one of the full-frame E Mount lenses I've used on the Nikon Z7 so far (Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8, Zony 24-70mm f/4, Sony 28mm f/2, and Sony 85mm f/1.8) has worked using the Techart Pro AF adapter. There is some slight pulsing in some situations and on occasion, I've had to turn off the camera and turn it back on for autofocus to re-engage, but every lens has worked. Again, for my purposes (which isn't all that demanding) they've worked well enough and are snappy. That being said, I'm REALLY looking forward to Nikon releasing an APS-C Z Mount camera since I have some wonderful E Mount Sigma lenses I'd like to try out as a lighter weight kit.
Thank u for another great review, i all ready own it and its amazing, im looking forward to the telephoto zoom from Tamron EF- Greetings for a videographer in Colombia
Me too. I think we'll see it within the next year, as clearly Tamron is building towards that.
good review as always, thx for video
My pleasure.
A really nice review of a really nice lens :)
Thank you!
Yes! I've been waiting for this review! Thanks!!
You're welcome.
Thanks to mirrorless manufacturers for pushing the price of top glass from 1200 on DSLR to 2500 in just 5 years.
I think that third parties (like Tamron) helped push down prices on DSLRs, and lenses like this will help do the same on mirrorless.
Great review 👍🏼💐 thanks 🇨🇦
You're welcome.
I need a piece of advise - I am planning to get into travel videos, hence need a wide angle lens. How relevant is fast lens, like f1.8 compared to f2.8... I can get 20mm prime f1.8 at the same price of Tamron f 2.8.. I use Sony A7iii and have a Tamron 28-75..
It depends if you plan on shooting at night time a lot. For travel video, a zoom is better.
@@DeanBKK I intend to take night shots too..
I had a great experience with Tamron, although to be fair I haven’t used Sony lenses much.. As you suggested, I may be going for zoom lens f2.8 instead of f1.8..
Great review!
Thanks!
Thanks for the truly awesome reviews. Which lens would you recommend for landscape, architecture, video and Astro between Laowa 15mmf2 and the Tamron 16-28mm? I'm thinking the 2.8 is not enough for astro. And would a zoom lens be more versitile than prime?
Either lens will do some things better than the other. The Tamron is better for landscape and video. The Laowa is better for architecture. Both about the same for astro.
Hi,Dustin Abbott,What are the recommended to buy?
Hi there, I'm not quite sure what you are asking. You'll need to be more clear
thanks for the review... it cover it all...
Glad to hear it!
I returned this and ordered the Sony 24 mm f1.4. Next I will see if I choose the Tamron 75-180 mm f2.8 or the GM 70-200 f2.8? Love my Tamron 28-75 mm:-)
Interesting. And what was your reason for making the swap?
@@DustinAbbottTWI I think the lens was a tiny bit decentered, and there was far more distortion on 17 mm than what I imagined, and I found the corners not to be so sharp as on my 28-75 mm. Too I found myself shooting mostly up to 28 mm the days I had it.
I returned it as well and got the Sigma 14-24mm f2.8 it eats Tamron form breakfast. Very minimal distortion at 14-18mm, much sharper corner too corner, better color and contrast and surprisingly better AF in video then Tamron. Not to mention build quality and the focus hold off and on buttons, well worth the extra $500.
@@royzarga8407 Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Here I live I can live well with a 24 mm, but if I go back to Venice someday, I need a wider angle. Will keep your recommendation in mind!
The glitch is real! The first copy I tried on an A7III glitched with increasing frequency and I constantly needed to take battery out to restore the focus capability. Then I had to replace it with a 2nd copy which glitches in a much lower frequency.
I've only seen it once, fortunately, but I'm sure that a firmware update will address it.
Thank you. Greetings from Russia.
Hello! It’s amazing to connect with photographers around the world.
Thanks Dustin. Very thorough review. I just miss the comparison with the Sony Zeiss 16-35 OSS, which for me would the option to consider. What do you think about this?
I've not yet used that less, so I can't comment yet on that comparison. Others have said that the Tamron is stronger in the corners.
Dustin Abbott Yes. I think this is true, yet the focal range 16-35 and OSS are very interesting properties that the TAMRON does not have.
Thanks for the review. I heard you talked about comparing it to the Laowa 15mm f2. Would you pick the Tamron over the Laowa for video in low light?
If you plan to manually focus in those situations, the Laowa lets in more light. The Tamron is obviously the choice if you need autofocus.
Good morning , rumor has it that Canon will release 2 new cameras in September a EOS 90D and EOS M6 Mk II both having a 32.5 megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor if you have not heard already. I enjoy watching your videos along with a cup of Joe (No that is not code) to start the day off and learn something informative.
I've heard those rumors.
Thanks al these reviews keeps it hard for me to choose! I now use my Canon 17-40 but i like the wide range however i want something better and more reliable than that combo with metabones of sigma. But i like more range so maybe sony 16-35 f4 is for me better but this Tamron seems to have a better iq... hard hard hard.... i love my 28-75 however...
If you can handle the range, this is a sweet lens for Sony.
Hi Dustin, I was wondering if the Sony G 20mm is much better than this Tamron in terms of image quality. I’m tempted to go for the Sony prime but the flexibility of this zoom is a huge plus... Thanks for another great review.
I do like the 20mm G better in an absolute sense, but the 17-28mm is very sharp.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thank you, Dustin. I'd rather travel with primes, but I can't afford, say, 20mm and 24mm (plus, perhaps something around 14mm or 18mm). I always wonder what it would be like to have 3 primes instead of one zoom. Would it be limiting or... liberating in some ways (?)
Great review!! Thanks. Have you tested it for Astro?
Yes I did. You can see those results in the image quality episode that I allude to in this review.
Is there focus breathing? It looked like it in one of the shots but I wasn't sure how bad it is. I shoot mainly video and like to do racks between subjects, so this is important to me. Thanks for the review.
There's a bit, but nothing excessive
Mr. Abbott, the written review on your website is under the Samyang/ Rokinon lens reviews instead of the Tamron (or Sony) ones. You might want to correct that, so that the review is easier to find.
You're right. I've updated it!
Dustin, i have the voigtlander 15, f4.5 and the 21, f3.5. I am thinking about selling the voigtlander 21 and buying the tamron 17-28. Does that make sense? How does the tammy compare in IQ to the voigtlanders?
This is a great lens Dustin and does the job but where is the G2 version of this coming soon I hope?
I'm not aware of it yet, but I wouldn't be surprised if such a lens comes.
Thanks for the review! How do you think, which IQ is better, Tamron 17-28 or Sony Zeiss 16-35 f4? Thanks
I haven't used that lens, so I can't really comment.
This is a very late comment.
Have recently been given a Gen 1, or first iteration, Sony A7R. The very well heeled owner didn't like the low trade in price offered when purchasing a new a7R4.
I need to purchase some affordable quality glass. That totally rules out even looking at GM lens.
This lens will probably have to suffice as a compromise semi wide angle zoom.
However, tbh, that focal length compromise at the wide angle end is a problem.
I may need to see if Samyang ( am pretty sure it does) makes wide angle primes , manual focus not a problem as will be shooting very wide e.g landscapes where often just set lens- shooting in aperture priority, at f/11 or f8.
Will check your other online reviews to see if Tamron makes a 16-35 type wide angle zoom. However, suspect that this lens is its foray into the Sony ff mirrorless domain.
As usual, found your review very helpful.
This is as wide as Tamron goes on Sony. A lens to consider if you need wider is the Sigma 14-24mm DN lens.
Many thanks Dustin.
These excellent very wide angle lens have been available in Australia for about 2 or so years.
As I know, but don't often see, the gentleman who is the managing director of CR Kennardy and Co, a now very large optical importing company, I was able to purchase that very wide angle Sigma zoom for my Canon 6D. It is as good a wide angle lens as I will need.
TBH, the Canon L 16-35 2.8 may be an excellent lens, however as with seemingly all L series glass, I cannot or could not justify its purchase.
Similarly, whilst the majority of my photos are wider angle, I simply would be wasting,now limited discretionary spending funds by duplicating the Sigma wide angle zoom on the Sony Gen 1 A7R. This is an excellent camera that I have basically bundled with the much underated Sony Z 35 1.8.
As you have observed more than once, this is a supremely versatile focal length.
Again, I thank you for your considered response.
I have the zeiss 1635 f4 and I am happy with that
That's what matters.
what are your thoughts comparing this lens to Sony ZA 16-35mm F4 OSS. My use would be video
Unfortunately I haven't reviewed the 16-35 yet. I came to Sony later, so some of the earlier releases I missed and am slowly working through.
Might have to do a quick update now that there’s a RAW lens profile for Adobe Lightroom! 😀
That doesn't really change the optical performance of the lens - but certainly does help the end result.
Dustin thank you so much for the video. One question, speaking purely about IQ: Does this lens perform better than the 16-35GM? (color/sharpness). Thank you again.
I haven’t tested the GM lens yet. Others have reported that the Tamron is a little better in the corners.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thank you Dustin.
Awesome review.
any review on Olympus lens ?
I'm afraid not. I don't cover Olympus.
Excellent review.....how do you compare the sharpness of this lens and the Ta,mron 17-35mm and ther Sigma 18-35 f1.8 ?
This lens has a little more punch than the 17-35 (and obviously has a faster aperture over some of the range). It's been too long for 18-35 for me to compare, plus that lens is only for APS-C, so it's not a real comparison.
@@DustinAbbottTWI HERE, let me help you out....Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM ART Review - One of a Kind Zoom
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Dustin Abbott
Published on Aug 13, 2015
Review Dustin Abbott takes a look at the unique, high end (APS-C) crop sensor zoom lens from Sigma - the 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art series lens. The review is done on a Canon EOS 70D and EOS M3 body. Many sample photos included. Buy the lens here: bhpho.to/1LwXg6P. You can read my thorough written review with a lot of image samples here: bit.ly/1NdM8fE
271 Comments
Howard Kahn
Sorry, I maybe late commenting this review, but I have a dilemma. The choice is strange but I’m in between buying a Tamron 17-28 f2.8 and a Sigma 24mm Art f1.4 as they are almost identically priced and I need a wider and a faster lens as compared to a Sony kit 28-70. On the one hand I like that wider angle of 17mm on a tamron for landscapes and architecture, but f1.4 of sigma looks so appealing for low light or indoor photography as well as it separates an object from a background shooting environmental portraits. So the question is: subjectively what do you think is a better price/picture quality choice? Or maybe You could suggest some other wide angle fast lenses in about 800€ price tag for Sony A7II?
Hi Deny, the Sony 20mm F1.8 G might be a very nice choice, and stay tuned to this space, as there is a new Sigma lens coming that might also fit your needs very well.
@@DustinAbbottTWI thanks for Your fast response, unfortunately 20mm G lens is a bit pricy in my country. It’s about 1000€. 😔
Thanks for your review! Furthermore, could ask you guys who has this lens did you notice that the aperture is really loud and gives quite sick noise or just mine is faulty? There is a rubbing, scratching voice when I switch on or off the camera and the aperture goes open and close. When I'm just setting the aperture only has clicking voice. I never felt/heard anything like this before from any lenses. Thanks in advance for the answers.
I wouldn't say I noticed a lot of aperture sounds, no.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks for your answer Dustin. Cool, I'm happy then probably I just caught a wrong one. I want to use this lens, so I just return it and hopefully get a silent one next time.
Love this in depth intellectual review thank you. I am looking to complete my wedding and event photography kit. I have the Sony 35mm 1.8 and 85mm Sigma 1.4 ART and am looking for something wider to use for crazy dancefloor pics in low light on the Sony a7iii and a9. My question is do you think the autofocus could hold up in low light for fast moving objects (dancing etc). Thanks for any feedback
Autofocus is very good, so I don't see why not.
I shoot a 20mm and a 28mm; and I think this lens is perfect; wish they had it for the Nikon Z mount; I'd switch. I have too many Nikon lenses to switch and Sony ergos suck. But this lens would be the perfect travel lens.
I'm not sure I agree about the ergonomics (I enjoy using the a7RIII), but the good news is that the basic technology here is probably possible to translate to Nikon Z or Canon RF.
Just wish B&H would get these in stock...had mine on order for weeks
This happened with the 28-75, too. Demand outstripped supply for a while.
Hi thank you for your thought review. I have Sony a7 iii with Tamron 28-75 and also EOS m with 11-22. Do you think I will experience a great improvement by replacing 11-22 with 17-28? I shoot landscapes with narrow apertures (f/8).
Thanks
The 17-28 is the better lens, but it sounds to me like you have a complimentary kit there already - two bodies with different focal lengths on them. One potential advantage of making the switch, however, is that the a7III has much better dynamic range, which will give you some editing advantages.
@@DustinAbbottTWI thanks a lot for your prompt response, really appreciated
Your credits say you shot it using Samyang 45mm 1.4 - i cant find it anywhere on the internet. Did you mean 35mm or 85mm?
No - the 45mm F1.8. Love it! bhpho.to/3uO9Jxs
I'm really surprised this outperformed the Laowa 15mm. Seriously considering swapping my Zeiss 16-35 and Samyang 14mm for this Tamron.
I'm not, necessarily, as the Tamron 15-30 also did. Tamron has managed to give its wide-angle glass a lot of pop
Hello Dustin, does Tamron 28-75 mm have native correction in the lens (for video) like this one has too? it's the first time I hear about native correction for video, are there other lenses with this capability, Sony, or Tamron? Thank you.
I believe the answer is yes for the 28-75. The same would be true of Zeiss Batis lenses and I assume will be true of the new Sigma lenses designed for FE.
Very informative video @DustinAbbottTWI, I was also looking for a good wide angle lens and this is the one I shortlisted. I'm just doubting the difference between the model number A046 vs A046SF. If you can kindly share, 'would highly appreciate.
Hmmm, I don't actually know that. I don't see any reference to anything but A046 on their website.
@DustinAbbottTWI many thanks Dustin. 'Really appreciate.
Would this lens be good for astrophotography ? Is 2.8 enough ? (Going to norway soon, would like to capture some aurora borealis)
Sure - this lens works fine for astro.
Just bought this lens and going to return it. Very cheap compare to Tamron 28-75. Looks like it is not good for the harsh weather due to the opening inside the barrel. Zoom is mediocre, to the point it is completely useless. Better get a prime, like Sony 20mm f/1.8. It also feels that lens itself is very small but in a larger body to make it 67mm. Looks like Tamron cut all possible corners with this lens and it should have been priced no more than $399-$499. Tamron could have made glass wider, not use internal zoom and make this lens at least f/1.8. But with 2.8 it is not good enough for this kind of focal length. Compare to Tamron 28-75 it is night and day in build quality, image quality. If it was 17-35 f/2.8, it would be a good lens, and I suspect, that Tamron is going to release such a lens. Also, I suspect, that Tamron is going to release something like 28-105 f/2.8.
I'm not quite sure on your comparison, as it has a similar build and similar image quality to the 28-75mm. I've never heard any other reviewer say otherwise, too.
Meticulously detailed, technically deep yet easily understandable, outstandingly informative and professionally presented making it easy to focus on real content matter.
Dustin, yours is the best channel on RUclips when it comes to knowing about lens.
Mostly, it takes atleast 15 to 20 videos for me to subscribe to a channel, but I got the gist of the your high quality content just in 2.
Please suggest what would you recommend, will be the best FE lens to pair with Sony A7iii for
1) Kitchen studio indoor background with good lighting setup.
Filming tasty style recipe videos to get sharp closeup mouthwatering macro over the top and 40 degree footage while cooking on the heat. Fast timelapse, fast forwards from the oven glass and on stove frying.
2)Cinematic brolls, slow motion while cutting, chopping, pouring, slicing and prepping the food.
Also very Important - host/talent presenting prescriptive style narration during intro, in betweens and end to explain tips and techniques to fast prep, cook and present the dish.
3) Small size products(phones), white goods(washing machine) and car reviewing Carwow and MKBHD style videos along with host talking to camera.
4) Business Enterpreneurship Valuetainment, Tai Lopez style videos. host/talent presenting talking to camera on business, finance topics and pointers scrolling or highlighting on the clear seemless white background.
CAN ANY ONE LENS DO ALL OF THE ABOVE?
SHORTLISTED LENses
For FOOD FILMING over the top and
1) Sony FE 90 mm F 2.8 Macro
OR
1) FE 35 mm F 1.8
Food close up brolls, ff, slow mo
2)Sony FE 16 to 35 F2.8 GN
Or
2) Tamron 17 to 35 F 2.8
Or
2) Sony 16 to 35 F4
FOR TALKING to CAM VIDEOs
3) FE PZ 28 - 135 Mm F4 OSS Cine
OR
3) Tamron 28 to 70 F2.8
OR
3) Sony Fe 24 to 105 f4 oss
Please suggest if one of these above or some other lens can do all of the above
Or would you recommend 2 lens combination?
All indoors, with good lighting setup.
NOTE: I have a sony 28-70 F3.5 to t.6 kit lense that came with A7iii.
Thanks in advance
HIGH REGARDS for your work.
Sanjay
That's pretty great praise. Thanks!
@@DustinAbbottTWI great work. Can you please help me in selecting appropriate lenses for my specific purposes?
Just send the questions in the flow of videos, and I'm usually pretty good to respond. I don't always see comments like this, though, if they get buried in a thread.
great review, i have this tamron too and i was wondering if i should put a uv filter on the lens since i had heard that the lenses with the internal zoom, let dust into the front lens, could you tell me if this thing is true or not? thank you
I'm not a huge fan of UV filters myself. They can introduce some optical flaws, and this lens already has a fluorine coating on the front.
@@DustinAbbottTWI ok but from the point of view of the dust what do you think? you say it is possible that dust enters the front lens? thank you
I haven't had a problem with dust, though I don't live in a terribly dusty environment.
I'm finding the chromatic aberration on this lens to be horrible. I expect some in high contract areas but this goes beyond just "normal" purple fringing. It's ruining photos, especially those of small streams where the corners of the stream look like they are full of purple blueberries. Maybe I have a bad copy but when I took the same photo, same focal length and aperture with my Sony 24-105, there is no chromatic aberration.
Hmmm, that doesn't sound right to me at all. I've seen no evidence of that in either the review copy or the lens I purchased...nor have I seen any other reviewers reporting longitudinal or lateral CA to be a problem.
I understand Dustin. I did find an online review that discussed CA issues but almost all reviews indicated CA was not an issue. I’m not a pixel peeper but a couple of my photos are unusable. I’ve contacted the vendor. I’m going out again today with a UV filter to see if that helps. It may be my copy. Thanks for responding.
Thx for the video.
Q: The RDX is so call FOCUS BY WIRE - will it work with my gimbal DJI RS 2 so I can controle the focus from gimbal?
That depends on how you think you can control focus. If you are talking about a drive that moves the focus ring, then yes. If you mean just connecting into the camera and controlling focus, then no
@@DustinAbbottTWI ok, undertand. And The zoom will work from the gimbal wheel?
Only if you have some kind of drive attached to the zoom ring
@@DustinAbbottTWI ok, thx a lot!
What camera set-up did you use for this video?
That information is also in the end screen at the end of each of my reviews, so fast forward to the end for that info.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Failed to notice that. Thanks.
Test tamron 35 1.4 new pls
I just started shooting with it yesterday
@@DustinAbbottTWI thank you for this review. Makes me wish they had a similar zoom for Canon. And thank you for your upcoming review on the Tamron 35 1.4. Hoping it gives the Canon 35mm 1.4 ii a run for the money.
I have got this lens a few days ago and it is an absolute stunner!
you look like exactly the same as that guy in the office series :D
I've heard that before.
Now THIS is a review. Boring but super informative. Thank you.
I think that's what you call a back-handed compliment.
Is the quality of photos and video better then the gm 16 to 34 2.8?
I haven’t tested the GM lens yet, do I can’t say
Hi Dustin, if start from fresh, not changing system, canon eos r or a7 iii is better for wedding or any other serious project? I Don’t mind the current lacking option of canon rf lenses. Which you feel more reliable and inspiring for the job? thanks.
The a7III is the more complete camera at this point. The R has some strengths, but I think we'll need to see generation 2 before we see a camera as complete as the a7III
Just today a new firmware has been released by Tamron for this lens.
Yep. I've already run it.
@@DustinAbbottTWI did it fix the autofocus problem you referenced in the video?
Hey- what mic are you using?
I use the Rode SmartLav+ primarily: bhpho.to/3aWKvU5
Oh nice! Were you recording this on rode wireless go or you connected the lava to your phone?
Test new tamron 35 1.4 pls
I have started that review, but why don't we focus on the review at hand?
Dustin Abbott I'm using tamron 28-75 .. it's a great lens .. thanks for the article
YCs
Tamron recently teased their 4 new lenses. (ruclips.net/video/RT82SHSaKB4/видео.html ). It seems like they share 67mm filter threads, and it would be a zoom and 3 primes. If its relative size ratio is correct, the zoom would be ~145mm and the primes would be ~65mm. So, the zoom can't be 70-200 f/2.8, because its opening has to be at least 72mm (200/2.8=71.43). So if it is f/2.8 zoom, at best it would be 180mm at the longer end. The primes look like they have very short flange distances, it would be wide angle lens. Judging by its size, my guess is 24, 35, 50 f/1.8 lenses.
I have had a few internal conversations, but I can't comment further right now.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks for let me know about that. But I love guessing and the pleasant surprise of the moment my speculation was wrong.
Hi Dustin, thanks for the review. At some point you mention a glitch when you were not able to focus properly. Please check this video ruclips.net/video/HGzRjzeyFos/видео.html
Is this something similar? I recently purchased this lens, and have this problem quite frequently so I was able to record the behaviour.
That looks identical to what I saw. I've forwarded your video on to Tamron USA as they tried to diagnose the problem on my copy of the lens without success.
I feel that is very unfair that sony get so much support from Tamron and others and Fuji users gets nothing...Although now with the viltrox 85mm and the upcoming 23,33 and 56 things will be better. Although is not zooms...
Sony is a major owner of Tamron
Part of that is on Fuji. Sony made a decision early on to make their E mount platform more open source for third parties.
@@howardkahn717 Correct, they own something like an 18.89% share of Tamron. Sony is still profiting from some 3rd party glass.
Comparing two cheap lenses with the Tamron makes it a better lens-> nice! ;) Thanks for the review though :)
Hmmm, the Laowa 15mm F2 is currently priced at $849 while the Tamron is priced at $899. I'm not sure how that is comparing it to a cheap lens. I also compare it to the Tamron 28-75 at the overlapping focal length, and it is essentially the same price.
ThE 16 Is BeTtER ThAN tHe 17
Literally take a step back that’s all you gotta do.....
I'm not sure that I understand your first comment.
1:46 Since when was 35mm, telephoto? Wide to _narrow_ surely.
I think you are misunderstanding. It is traditional for a zoom lens to have a W (wide) and T (telephoto) end of the zoom range whether that is technically true of the focal length or not
@@DustinAbbottTWI On the contrary, telephoto describes a set of lens elements where the effective focal length is _longer_ than physical length of the lens, typically where that focal length is greater than about 85mm (in 35mm terms).
@@rogeryoung3587 I think you still don't understand what Dustin is saying. There is a difference between "telephoto lens" or "telephoto focal length" (as you are describing) and "telephoto END" which is what Dustin is describing. On ANY zoom lens, the "widest" size is called "wide end" and the other one is called "telephoto end". As a counter example, on a 70-200 lens, 70 is called "wide end" even if 70mm is not a "wide focal length. Basically, the "END" word on the description is what makes the definition technically correct.
Exactly, Bernardo.
@@bernardosilva7306 I understand perfectly well what Dustin and you have written. My contention is that it is inaccurate (even though it might be the accepted convention) to describe the longer 'end' of a wide-angle zoom lens as telephoto. Tamron themselves refer to Wide and Tele in their specification for this lens - but they are wrong as well! There are plently of other misnomers in photography, for example - shutter speed. There isn't a fast or slow shutter _speed_ as such, because the blades always travel at the same velocity, irrespective of shutter _duration_ .
Too much talking wanted to see some good test shots and cinematic videos from this lens
very educated person but hard to watch review. the tempo is too fast, he talks like a machine gun. I am moving on
To each their own, but this is not a criticism that I often hear
You can set it to slowspeed if it is too fast.
I got sick of it, it would be better to show the picture ... If I had a lens, I would have done a much better review on my channel
Достал балаболить, лучше бы показал картинку... Если бы у меня был объектив, я бы куда лучше сделал обзор на своем канале
😂😂 We’ll be waiting.
sure you will with only 57 subs haha TUPICA