Comparison of the Tamron 18-250 I was just curious if anyone had compared the Tamron 18-250 to the Sigma 18-200? I am thinking of getting one of them and they are similar in price right now.
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hi .. had the same choice to make.. but finally went with the sigma.. 50mm shorter but i think the OS capability will eventually make the sigma a more worthwhile purchase.. I live in Singapore.. Price for the tamron is about $750 and the sigma at $840 (singapore dollars). hope this helps
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While it is a two lens solution, you might be better with the new Canon 18-55 and 55-250 lenses that are both Image stabilized and reportedly darn good lenses and not have to worry about where the Sigma you get has any of the quality issues they are known for.
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I have the same question, but will probably go with the Sigma because the OS will come in handy. I go to many concerts and need a lens that will allow me to get into the concert. A Canon L lens may be too big for a concert. The OS will allow me to take better shots with less light.If you dont need the OS and want the xtra 50mm then you must go with the Tamron. Quality wise, they seem close.I was looking at the Canon 55-250 with IS but it is large compared to the Sigma.
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I went for the Sigma and am happy with the result, particularly at the wide end. The image stabiliser has given me clear sharp images out to the full 200mm so have no qualms about its utility for my impending trip. Perhaps the only issue is its weight which makes the camera/lens/filters/hood, a hefty parcel to lug through crowded European cities.
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I have a 40D and plan a Europe trip with the intention of taking one lens, with the same choice. Questions are: Image quality at either end of the range? Macro quality, build quality? The utility of an additional 50mm of the Tamron?Critical perhaps is stabilisation with Sigma. Can anyone advise?
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I own the 18-250mm and it is really sharp and a good lens. I was very surprised. Not sure of the Sigma but I know with the Tamron it is a bargain at that price.
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Hei, everybody, you got to think in the OS version, considering the 200 is, depending on the camera, 280 or 320 mm; unless you use a tripod.Ed
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Before I bought my 18-200, I was often disappointed that I'd miss that great shot because I had the exact wrong lens on my camera (If I had the 18-55, I'd inevitably see something moving in the distance that I'd wanted to shoot,etc..). By the time I'd switched, the opportunity was often gone. The 18-200 meant less missed shots.
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Well, I don't have the Tamron but the Kenko is really good. I actually picked it over the canon 2x TC. I have the canon 1.4 X and they go great together and the Kenko retains AF wich the canon does not. You can't go wrong with the Kenko. Hope this could help somehow. Good shooting and keep making art.
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PD thank you for the great review. What do you guys think about the new Tamron 70-200mm ?
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Good timing on your question, because DPReview.com JUST posted their review last week on that lens:http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/tamron_70-200_2p8_c16/Optically it appears to be quite good. AF is slow and noisy, but for 694 bucks at Amazon you can't beat the price if budget is a concern.
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I have the Canon, but if you happen to get a good copy of the Tamron, then it's probably a better value. That being said, copy to copy consistency is going to be much better on the Canon side. You're more likely to get a lens with autofocus issues with the Tamron.
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My copy of the Sigma was horrendous. I had to send it back. Ended up buying the 35mm version of the Sigma (the new Artisan series) and that one's MUCH sharper than the equivalent Canon 1.4.
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I am extremely pleased with my 18-140. I do not own the 18-200, but I have handled it. The 18-140 is a bit lighter, and handles a bit quicker. It is sharper than my 18-105, especially at the wider focal lengths, where most pictures are taken.
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You mean the Tamron 18-300mm VC lens compare to 18-270mm lens. In my opinion the 18-300mm VC is a better lens for the price
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The contempporary version of sigma 17-70 has an upgraded array of optics, and is lighter compared to the initial version of Sigma´s 17-70, and more compatible with newer camera models ie canon60D. This is the reason beneath the price difference. I am quite happy with my choice. Lens performance is great, image sharpness is outstanding!
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I'm a previous owner of Tamron's 18-270 vc. The 18-270 was annoyingly noisy when set to auto focus. The benefits of upgrading to Tamron's 16-300 are increased range and quiet pizzio drive. &#538;amron's 16-300 is my new go to all around lens.
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I would love to hear about a review of this sigma vs the canon flashes. as i have a sx20 and i need a large flash for large dim rooms.
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I almost decided in favor of Sigma, but then I realized that Sigma is made for a crop camera only. While I'm not looking to buy an FF one any time soon, when I do, it will be costly, so I wouldn't have the money to follow it up with expensive lenses, not to mention that a good prime is a good prime, which I expect to last me a long while... So that is becoming a big drawback for me...
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agreed with the sentiments above. I have purchased the tamron 16-300, as well as the nikon 18-300 f6.3 and this lense. The difference with the nikon is noticeable. Not only in picture quality. But also in distance. the 300 on the tamron doesn't reach where the nikon does. granted the nikon 18-300 @300 doesn't match the nikon 55-300 @ 300 either. Also the movement, the tamron is much stiffer than the nikon options. A Great all day lense. Im working into prime lenses, and high quality fixed aperture lenses, but for now I still use this as my main glass.
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R. Frey/others,Did you buy the 770?If yes, how did you like it?I have an unopened 1100 sitting here. I am concerned about getting everything from the 1100's menu vs. dialing scenes when shooting. The small price difference is not an issue. I need to decide ASAP. Problem . . few cameras in stores have a battery to enabling shooting and overall handling.Opinions on the Canon 770, 1100 or other models welcome.Sunbeltsue1
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Did you make a decision? I am currently debating the same two lenses. I am leaning towards the Canon since it seems there are quite a few quality/AF issues with the Sigma. Any advice is appreciated.
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I had the 1.8 and switched to the sigma and LOVE IT!! My pictures are more colorful and sharper plus I love the depth of field!!!