I plan on getting a macro lens next month. I am considering the Canon 60mm f2.8 and a Tamern 90mm . I have a Canon XS. Which would be a better choice. Acording to Amazon the Tameron Lens won't work with my camera but Amazon also says the Tameron...
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The biggest difference is how close you want to get to your subject? What will you be shooting macros of the most? Is the Tamron a 2.8 also? Because that is a very nice aperture to have. As to whether the Tamron will work, I honestly don't know because I'm not familiar with your camera. The Tamron website should be able to tell you. I know people with Tamron lenses and they like them.
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I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s) you'll be using and what other lenses you own and I'll give you more detail I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s)... » Read More I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s) you'll be using and what other lenses you own and I'll give you more detail « Show Less
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No personal experience with the Tamron, but sure it is excellent as well. I really like my Sigma and have no issues with it at all. Look up Matt Granger on YouTube for an excellent comparison on Nikon, Sigma and Tamron versions of this lens.
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This lens is a little noisy compared to Canon USM lenses, although not as much as an older Tamrom 17-50 I use with a 40D. If any doubts, you can always go a camera store nearby and try a display Tokina 16-28.
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Great，I use the sigma 30mm f2.8 lens, it's just approximate 1 pound. I bought it cost $449 with 18-55 and sigma 30mm lens is 120 dollar~
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I had a Canon 50mm 2.5 macro ,it is real reliable, it is an older lens, very sharp also great for portrait work it creates a soft bokeh.
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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 have the Rebel XTI and I've taken some great close up pictures with the Canon 100mm f2.8 macro.I also have the 70-200mm f/4, 17-55mm f2.8, 85mm f1.8 and the 17-40 f/4, but my favorite is the 100mm macro with the 70-200mm f/4 a very close second.
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I use Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 for general purpose (also at night). I love its sharpness. It is also suitable for portraits. For the professional portraits, look at prime lenses with f1.4 or f1.8.
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Just make sure your buying the right Canon Mount in this lense, One more thing, It's going to work but just in manul focus mode.There is another Tamron Model that has a Built in focus motor. The Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 Di LD Macro Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Model A17E)A little more expensive but with auto focus built in the lense itselfe.Sorry about my broken english.Regards.
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Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM 1-to-1 Macro Lens for Canon Digital SLR CamerasHello:I am a Canon newbie and have recently bought my starter equipment. I bought the T1i Canon kit that I found on the amazon.com site. I have now begun to shop for a macro lens and am considering the one indicated by the link. It appears to have the IS feature which is what I was looking for. After reading the reviews, the only negative thing that I have noticed was the price! I suppose you get what you pay for. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM 1-to-1 Macro Lens for Canon Digital SLR CamerasHello:I am a Canon newbie and have recently bought my starter equipment. I bought the T1i Canon kit that I found on the amazon.com site. I have now begun to shop for a macro lens and am considering the one indicated by the link. It appears to have the IS feature which is what I was looking for. After reading the reviews, the only negative thing that I have noticed was the price! I suppose you get what you pay for. Any thoughts or suggestions would... » Read More Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM 1-to-1 Macro Lens for Canon Digital SLR CamerasHello:I am a Canon newbie and have recently bought my starter equipment. I bought the T1i Canon kit that I found on the amazon.com site. I have now begun to shop for a macro lens and am considering the one indicated by the link. It appears to have the IS feature which is what I was looking for. After reading the reviews, the only negative thing that I have noticed was the price! I suppose you get what you pay for. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. « Show Less
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The 35mm f1.4 is amazing. The photos I gets are out of this world. I'm saving now for the 56mm f1.2. Prime lenses are pretty much all I work with.
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I had a d20 several years ago. Tamron has been a lens of choice from back in my film days. They have never let me down. That lens is very versatile and a great choice for your camera.
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Both Lens are Different . One is macro and one I prime. If you Have money invest in both and If you have budget in mind go for Prime. All the best.
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Yes- it is a true macro. It probably is not as sharp as a dedicated macro- like a Tamron 90mm- but it will work in a pinch. The lens is a good "all around" lens. If you do not need low light, fast action, National Geographic sharpness, this is a very good lens.
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if you specify a cannon mount for your particular camera you should be amazed at the versatility and beautiful pictures a tamron gives you I just bought a new cannon and I have the 18-55 standard lens I wish I kept my last tamron but I sold it with my last cannon {darn it!!!!!}
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As far as I understand it, the Tamron AF 28-75 is a full frame lens. Thus if you have a digital camera with a crop sensor (Canon Xti, T2i, T3i, T4i, 7D) it will actually magnify the lens to be 1.6x greater turning the lens into a 45-120mm. This is not the wide to just over standard lens that most people want for an all around lens. However, may be great for a portrait lens. The 17-55 is a crop sensor lens and is thus equivlent to a 27-80mm lens on a 35mm camera which is the sweet spot for the all around lens. If you have a full frame camera (35mm film, Canon 1D, 5D), then this 17-50 will not work on the camera. It has smaller optics that will not drape light over a full size 35mm frame and will cause severe vignetting on those cameras. Otherwise, I understand that optics are similar overall. I admittedly returned my 17-50mm due to some pretty severe back focusing issues on two seperate copies of the lens. From what I have read this may not be as much of an issue on the 28-75 and if I was willing to wait, I hear the Tamron customer service is pretty good about servicing these lenses. However, I ultimately went with the Sigma 17-50 with the IS, and have been more than satisfied except for the additional $100 cost.