TAMRON - 16-300 mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Nikon F Cameras - Black - B016N
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TAMRON - 16-300 mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Nikon F Cameras - Black - B016N
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Description
This is fairly encouraging, as due to the shutter speed issue mentioned previously, the performance of superzooms like this using the wider maximum apertures is going to be more important to many photographers than the smaller minimum apertures. The other two switches are to toggle the AF/MF and VC on/off. The AF/MF switch on the side of the lens makes it easy to switch between the two focusing systems. Beyond the 50mm mark, the bending switches to the other way – inwards in the middle – and we enjoy pincushion distortion, the slimming properties of which chubby faces appreciate so much.
While the focal length is somewhat correct at the wide range, it is not even close to 300mm at the maximum telephoto setting. I was comparing it to several lenses, including Canon EF 100-300mm, Canon EF-S 55-250mm, and older manual Tamron SP 60-300mm. The maximum zoom setting (300mm) in reality corresponds to 250mm at best. The overall build quality and finish are impressive. Its zoom and focusing rings have a great feel. The scale on the left side is an indication of actual image resolution. The taller the column, the better the lens performance. Simple.
Comments
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM– This might be good if you want a lens on a tight budget. Some of its features include two low-ultra dispersion elements, four-stop image stabilizer, fast and accurate autofocus, and comprehensive weather seals. The contrast and sharpness are perfect throughout the zoom range. But there's a fairly long list of downsides too, with image quality at longer focal lengths being perhaps at the top. Sharpness is very high at the wide end when stopped down a little, right across the frame, and that's great for landscapes. At F8, high edge-to-edge sharpness is available up to 100mm or so, but then there's a notable downturn with the edges in particular taking a hit. From 200-300mm, edge sharpness is never very good, not helped by the plentiful levels of chromatic aberration present, but to be fair it stays crisp in the centre. It looks as if Tamron has prioritized central sharpness, on the basis that this is most likely where the main subject will be at longer settings - and as a very rough generalization, that's probably true. Although those who will only really be sated by the absolute sharpest of lenses may not be overly excited by this lens, those who value convenience will find this lens is more than adequate for general photography. The compact size, light weight and splash proof construction make this lens an ideal travel companion, and the lens' ability to focus down to 39cm makes frame-filling close-ups possible.
The focus is internal so nothing on the outside moves when you focus. It is quiet and fast. Once or twice it had difficulty when I focussed on two flowers at slightly different distances and it jiggled between them. When you use most zooms as Macro lens, you have to stand-off from the subject. With this lens I could get as close as 6" at 16mm. More remarkably, at 300mm, I could get as close as 3" between the UV filter and the subject (I tested on a barcode). So this lens does a great job as a macro lens. Cheap glass often results in chromatic aberration, and that’s something you want to avoid. Silent wave motor When I first bought the Tamron 16–300mm I was looking for a lens that I could take with me anywhere and would be suitable in almost any situation.I didn’t have the money to get the best lens in each focal range so I wanted one lens to cover me for everything from wide-angle landscapes through to shooting high action sports from a distance. The Tamron has never let me down. Below I will show you some pictures I have shot with the Tamron to show you its versatility.Compared to the previous Tamron 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD, the focal length range goes up, now spanning 16-300mm (24-450mm equivalent) with the extra width at the wide-angle end probably being the most useful. The 18.8x zoom ratio leads the class. As usual, the term 'macro' doesn't compare to a true macro lens, though the ability to frame a subject only 6cm (2.4 in) across is very handy. Basically, there's nothing much this lens can't have a pretty good go at, when traveling lightona typical day trip, and often beyond. I could have saved myself a lot of time and money if I had simply selected this lens as my only lens for the A65. As it is, I will probably sell my prime macro lens and my Sigma 70-300mm zoom. As a walk-around lens that covers a wide variety of shooting situations, this lens is the enthusiasts' dream lens. The Tamron focuses closer than most superzooms, down to 9cm (3.5 in) from the front of the lens. At 300mm focal length setting, it delivers a maximum magnification of 0.34x. Or to put that another way, it will fill the frame on APS-C format with a subject6cm (2.4 in) wide. This small rose wouldfit easily in the palm of your hand. The Tamron 16-300mm comes with many mechanical improvements that can benefit all-round photographers. The focusing ring is better positioned and supports a full-time manual override. Its autofocus is a step up, while its VC stabilization is quite useful. There is no denying that any lens capable of shooting in a wide range of conditions will always be in high demand and verypopular. So called “all-in-one lenses” are most definitely a great way to be flexible in more situations without lugging around a lot of gear.
Focus breathing, which refers to the reduction in focal length at closer focusing distance, appears to be a constant problem that has no fix. While it won’t always affect image quality, it may become problematic when dealing with smaller subjects like birds. Flare resistance is good, comparing well in side by side tests with premium grade zooms. There's minimal spreading of the bright zone, the branches have not been completely bleached out, and there's only one blue/greenflare spot in this example (at lower right). Canon 7D, 17mm, 1/800 sec, f/8, ISO 100. Falloff of illumination towards the corners of the frame is well controlled for a lens of this type. At 16mm the corners are 1.62 stops darker than the image centre and at 300mm the corners are 1.27 stops darker. Visually uniform illumination is achieved with the lens stopped down to f/8 or beyond throughout the zoom range.
Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro review – Build and handling
Sharpness is not at its best here, with edges and corners particular soft and there's noticeable pincushion distortion, though field flatness is well controlled. No problem for the kind of things this feature is likely to be used for, especially when depth of field is so shallow that everything apart from the main subject will probably be out of focus anyway. Flare Tamron’s Vibration Compensation System does not disappoint when it comes to image stabilization. It makes a massive difference in image quality, even at 300mm and below the standard hand-holding threshold. It sets a baseline that accounts for individual variables and establishes acceptable limits of sharpness. Autofocus From architecture and portraits to close-ups and landscapes, this lens does a great job. Optical distortions are noticeable in the middle of the range, but these are easily fixable during post-processing. All in all, the Tamron 16-300mm is a nice upgrade from other cheaper kit lens. It offers stunning image quality and all-in-one versatility that travelers so much desire.
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