I am very excited about the new Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 lens. The lens is available for Canon, Nikon (with built-in motor), Pentax, and Sony cameras. I tested this lens on my Canon camera.
[b]Lens[/b]This lens costs less than half that of a prime model fast telephoto zoom and yet performs most of the functions of the latter. It has a very impressive optic quality, with minimal distortion. As the chromatic aberration is negligible, I was able to take some great portrait pictures. This lens is very thorough for studio work and portraiture. With this lens, I was able to produce well-focused portraits with a soft or blurred background (also called bokeh).
Made of high quality plastic, the Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 lens exudes a pro and solid feel. I can vouch for the zoom ring - it is very plane and easy to operate. I've also pointed out in my Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 impart that this lens is also lighter than its competitors, making it easier to use. I find it easy to deal with especially when focusing to capture the mood of the scene.
However, unlike its more costly counterparts, the Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 lens is slow to focus as it has no limiter. I was unable to capture sporting events. I admit that it will be difficult to even focus on kids running nearby in the playground. The autofocus is also noisier, alerting children to my presence. I used the manual focus selection for best results. I will really not take this lens when I plan on shooting fast involving objects.
In summary, this is a very good lens for portraiture or studio work, but less so for sports photography.
Tamron 70-200mm F/2.8 Lens - Great for Portrait Work
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