Absolutely love the 70-200 f2.8 G2 Tamron. For someone that wants something light & doesn't have the money to get the f2.8 (and they don't do low light indoor sports) the f4 sounds like a great buy
Ken, you recommend the Nikkor 70-210mm f4 and have reviewed this Tamron. Which has better output as far as colors, contrast, sharpness if we ignore that the Tamron has VR and focuses far faster?
Hi Ken, I just wanted you to know that I appreciate so much all those review videos you have made on nikkor and tamron lenses. Your opinion is the only one I trust. I was looking to get a faster lens on this focal length and the f4 tamron looks like a good option. Thanks again for all the work you have done on photography over the years.
Even though the lenses don´t compare. I own the Nikkor 80-200mm 2,8 ED, but it is so heavy that I am using it less then I should. Would I lose much image quality wise if I´ve switched to the Tamron 70-210mm f4?
I was owned the Nikkor 80-200 f 2.8 ed and i am switched to tamron 70-210 f4. For my taste is a far far far better lens. Sharper lighter faster vc and closer focusing (90)cm I am totally happy!!!!
Bought one for my D7100 ....... I like it ......just asking any teleconverters like 1.4 times that you would recommend would be great ...I do know that you lose stops, would be willing to lose a few stops ..... ??Thanks, Mr.Wheeler, and you are right every lens recommendation you have made are damn straight 1000% ......your track record is GREAT !!!!!!! Be well.....
When you say “travel lens”, would you apply this to like taking a day to walk around Boston for maybe a few hours, get lunch take photos etc.? A lens that can remain in your body, with a shoulder strap for a good chunk of the day? Or even with the low weight would you stick to a smaller lens? I’m considering getting this lens for almost all of my needs (landscape, walk around, travel, architecture). Thanks love the vids!!
Did you use the Tamron 70-210mm lense to take those photos showing on your computer screen.? How come you didn't bring them up on the screen like all photographers do, so we can see what you are telling us.? It's very simple to do and only takes a couple minutes.
No one has responded to your question. I have the Nikor 70-210 f4. I will be keeping it and not upgrading to the Tamron. I love that Nikon lens. I paid $85.00 for it a few weeks ago.
Hi Ken I could not decide between the Tamron 100-400 and the Nikon 200-500 for my Costa Rica trip with my D500. I ended buying the Tamron for the smaller form factor. Took some great pictures but was not too happy with sharpness around 400mm. I have been thinking about selling this 100-400 and buying the Nikon 200-500. Would you think its a good move to sell the Tamron 100-400 and buy the 70-210. Then when I go to south africa in the coming months buy the Nikon 200-500 for the Wildlife? I then have the Nikon 17-55 f2.8 as well, so I should be covered for lens, right? thanks in advance Ken. Mark - The Netherlands.
Bro, i don't need heavy lenses. Prime lenses are cheaper and have a better aperture, ideal for special situations. Everything you said is correct, wonderful presentation of the facts, thanks bro.
I've been trying to find a good alternative untill I can get my hands on one of the nikon 180mm lenses and came across this one. I wasnt to sure about placing the order on it untill I youtubed it and saw you did a review. So glad you approve of this lens. You make it so easy for me to decide which lenses to buy because I make sure they are of your standards before I purchase any lens. Thank you for having this channel and being 100% honest in your reviews while others are not!
Thanks for the review, I'm close to buy this Tamron for landscape but first would like to know how this lens handles with flares, Still A+? I’m not super worried but sometimes I like to get the sun in my pictures.
Hi Ken The Tamron 100-400 covers a good focal range, with decent weight and picture quality. Am I going to get better picture quality with the Tamron 70-210 or Tamron 70-200 G2 over the Tamron 100-400? If so would you buy the G2 or the 70-210? your thoughts as always appreciated.
Sounds good to be able to just attach to the body and carry around by the camera body (and hand hold) For outdoor daylight events that is a good selling point.
Hi Ken. Liked the review. Will you have the chance to review the new Tammy 17-35mm OSD lens? Looks pretty excellent value from what I've seen. Virtually no-one is talking about it. The OSD stands for 'Optically Super-Dope'.
Speaking of Voightlander 58mm...I just got a new D810 today and could not for the life of me get that lens on the camera! I know I am missing something pretty easy here...could you clue me in?? I’m getting my Tamron 15-30mm tomorrow 😁
James Wuertele I’m glad I’m not the only one... I gave up after awhile...so afraid to hurt the lens, mount or both. I’ll give it a try later, I have a new lens coming today to play with😂
Take a couple of test shots, this lens tends to over-expose by 2/3rds of a stop. Which aggravates purple fringing. At the correct exposure it's a wonderful lens. When I mount it, I set exposure compensation to minus 0.7, but your copy may be different. Also, get the longest lens hood that this lens can take before vignetting - much sharper this way, it tends to be very sensitive to side light. Get a lens cap that will fit the end of the hood itself. If you use filters, avoid the Hoya on this lens (it gives it a yellowish tint). Prefer either a Zeiss T*UV (though it cuts off a bit of indigo) or a B&W or no filters.
I bought the 70-210mm f4 Nikkor off your recommendation.. It's sharp but horrible bokeh and no VC, and the focusing is loud. But great lens, was disappointed with the fact you didn't mention a comparison, or if it would be a recommended upgrade.
I tried both these lenses, hired the Nikon and nearly bought that one. Took a risk on Tamron when it was released with a view I could send it back, and in my opinion it’s far superior in quality. I now own this lens and love it
Lars Wright I own both and did a test on both using the same parameters, and found that the Tamron reveals more details in the shadows, it’s a bit brighter and the colors appear more true to reality than the Nikon. I shoot landscape so this is gonna be replacing my Nikon 70-200 f4.as far as sharpness goes, the Nikon is a tad sharper if you extreme pixel peep but not by much.
Respected Sir, I am planning to buy D750 (an upgrade from D3300), I am having 85 1.8 and do you think I should go for Tamron 70-200 G2. I already said that I followed your suggestion and hunted 60mm macro in my bag. Tamron 10-24 G2 is my current lens on my list. Your words are deal breaker for me as oppose to other munching mouths on youtube. My ears are located at small village in West Bengal, INDIA.
Sam, if you want something mobile, get the 70-210 f/4 as its more ergonomic, lighter and easy to handle for day long shoots. If you shoot in a studio, the f/2.8 version is possibly your choice. f/4 will work well with the D750 (using it for 5 years) which works great in low light.
@@indraneilbiswas Hey Neil, thankx for reply, I will see the guidelines and will revert back to you. Neil bhai abar amader bangla-tey boro lens maney O-reeee bap rey baap...darun lens maney darun photo....
What about the image stabilization, or VC as they call it? Their previous VC was not fluid but rather jerky, making it less than ideal for video. And one day I hope to see that Ken will overlay screenshots of test photos so we don't squint at an angled LCD screen and basically see nothing of note (hint hint please).
Greetings from France ! :) Have you ever tested the Nikkor 70-200 F4 VR ? If so, is it a good lens ? Thank you for everything. Your channel is the best, it really is.
Another good thing about Tamron is useful lens collars with arca-swiss type dovetail ridges. Nikon's lens collars are junk. I tossed that stupid lens foot for my 70-200mm f/2.8E after finally getting a reasonable ReallyRightStuff replacement. To hell with that junky piece of metal.
Absolutely love the 70-200 f2.8 G2 Tamron. For someone that wants something light & doesn't have the money to get the f2.8 (and they don't do low light indoor sports) the f4 sounds like a great buy
Ken, you recommend the Nikkor 70-210mm f4 and have reviewed this Tamron. Which has better output as far as colors, contrast, sharpness if we ignore that the Tamron has VR and focuses far faster?
hey ken ,
would you choose this lens over the Nikon 70-300 VR f/4.5-5.6G?
Hi Ken, I just wanted you to know that I appreciate so much all those review videos you have made on nikkor and tamron lenses. Your opinion is the only one I trust. I was looking to get a faster lens on this focal length and the f4 tamron looks like a good option. Thanks again for all the work you have done on photography over the years.
Very glad this got a good review because I just bought it right before watching this.
Even though the lenses don´t compare. I own the Nikkor 80-200mm 2,8 ED, but it is so heavy that I am using it less then I should. Would I lose much image quality wise if I´ve switched to the Tamron 70-210mm f4?
I was owned the Nikkor 80-200 f 2.8 ed and i am switched to tamron 70-210 f4. For my taste is a far far far better lens. Sharper lighter faster vc and closer focusing (90)cm I am totally happy!!!!
Bought one for my D7100 ....... I like it ......just asking any teleconverters like 1.4 times that you would recommend would be great ...I do know that you lose stops, would be willing to lose a few stops ..... ??Thanks, Mr.Wheeler, and you are right every lens recommendation you have made are damn straight 1000% ......your track record is GREAT !!!!!!! Be well.....
I got the Tamron 45mm based on your recommendations. Once I get paid, I may get this :)
When you say “travel lens”, would you apply this to like taking a day to walk around Boston for maybe a few hours, get lunch take photos etc.? A lens that can remain in your body, with a shoulder strap for a good chunk of the day? Or even with the low weight would you stick to a smaller lens? I’m considering getting this lens for almost all of my needs (landscape, walk around, travel, architecture). Thanks love the vids!!
yes, i would apply that to your scenario
Been using that lens on my D500 as well. Hell of a great lens!
Hi, Ken. I know it's been 5 years but have you tried this lens on the Nikon Z-series with FTZ adaptor?
Would you choose this lens over the Tamron 70-300 f/4.0-5.6 SP DI VC USD?
Having the Nikon 28-300mm, this has become my favorite travel lens.
would you recommend this over the tamron 70-200 2.8 G1 for landscape shots? thank you.
Yes
Did you use the Tamron 70-210mm lense to take those photos showing on your computer screen.? How come you didn't bring them up on the screen like all photographers do, so we can see what you are telling us.? It's very simple to do and only takes a couple minutes.
How you compare this one to Nikor 70-210 f4?
No one has responded to your question. I have the Nikor 70-210 f4. I will be keeping it and not upgrading to the Tamron. I love that Nikon lens. I paid $85.00 for it a few weeks ago.
Hi Ken
I could not decide between the Tamron 100-400 and the Nikon 200-500 for my Costa Rica trip with my D500. I ended buying the Tamron for the smaller form factor. Took some great pictures but was not too happy with sharpness around 400mm. I have been thinking about selling this 100-400 and buying the Nikon 200-500.
Would you think its a good move to sell the Tamron 100-400 and buy the 70-210. Then when I go to south africa in the coming months buy the Nikon 200-500 for the Wildlife? I then have the Nikon 17-55 f2.8 as well, so I should be covered for lens, right?
thanks in advance Ken.
Mark - The Netherlands.
the 200 500 is HUUUUGE compared to that lens, but it is divine
hahaha - now you have me doubting my logic again ;-) Maybe stick with my 100-400..
Bro, i don't need heavy lenses. Prime lenses are cheaper and have a better aperture, ideal for special situations. Everything you said is correct, wonderful presentation of the facts, thanks bro.
I've been trying to find a good alternative untill I can get my hands on one of the nikon 180mm lenses and came across this one. I wasnt to sure about placing the order on it untill I youtubed it and saw you did a review. So glad you approve of this lens. You make it so easy for me to decide which lenses to buy because I make sure they are of your standards before I purchase any lens. Thank you for having this channel and being 100% honest in your reviews while others are not!
Thanks for the review, I'm close to buy this Tamron for landscape but first would like to know how this lens handles with flares, Still A+? I’m not super worried but sometimes I like to get the sun in my pictures.
Hi Ken
The Tamron 100-400 covers a good focal range, with decent weight and picture quality.
Am I going to get better picture quality with the Tamron 70-210 or Tamron 70-200 G2 over the Tamron 100-400? If so would you buy the G2 or the 70-210?
your thoughts as always appreciated.
both, a lens up to 210mm f4 is not the same as a lens up to 400mm. The distance is different and the aperture of the diaphragm is different.
Another great review Ken! Definitely want to pair that with my d7200.
Have you bought this lens? I have the same camera and really thinking to buy this lens, but would like to hear someone who has crop sensor camera
Ive just bought / ordered this to go on my D7200
How does the images compare to the old nikkor 70/210 f4?
That would be an awesome comparison. If someone could make that. To see if a 30 year old lens can keep up with the new ones.
On sale right now for less than $500.
Any reason why you hate the Nikon 70-200 f4G? From what I can gather it's both sharper and faster than the Tamron.
Hey Ken what about sports shooting is this lens ok?
Snatch one for about 420$ think the store made some mistake ... but i love it... this lens is rely good..
7:19 wow. It’s also a phone. 😅 great work though Ken. Just bought of these a couple hours ago. 👍
Sounds good to be able to just attach to the body and carry around by the camera body (and hand hold) For outdoor daylight events that is a good selling point.
Hi Ken. Liked the review. Will you have the chance to review the new Tammy 17-35mm OSD lens? Looks pretty excellent value from what I've seen. Virtually no-one is talking about it. The OSD stands for 'Optically Super-Dope'.
If anyone stumbles across this. This lens right now (2/24/2019) on B & H is $599.99
When I saw the thumbnail I was reminded of the banana 🍌 phone. 🤪
Pre-ordered mine in HK and got the tripod collar for free. Great lens! Been using from day 1.
Speaking of Voightlander 58mm...I just got a new D810 today and could not for the life of me get that lens on the camera! I know I am missing something pretty easy here...could you clue me in?? I’m getting my Tamron 15-30mm tomorrow 😁
Jeannine Seevers you almost need to align the metal tab that sticks up to the white dot on the camera and twist from there.
James Wuertele Oh, thank you so much!
Jeannine Seevers I hope that worked, when I got the voight I had a little trouble with it lining it up myself.
James Wuertele I’m glad I’m not the only one... I gave up after awhile...so afraid to hurt the lens, mount or both. I’ll give it a try later, I have a new lens coming today to play with😂
Take a couple of test shots, this lens tends to over-expose by 2/3rds of a stop. Which aggravates purple fringing. At the correct exposure it's a wonderful lens. When I mount it, I set exposure compensation to minus 0.7, but your copy may be different. Also, get the longest lens hood that this lens can take before vignetting - much sharper this way, it tends to be very sensitive to side light. Get a lens cap that will fit the end of the hood itself.
If you use filters, avoid the Hoya on this lens (it gives it a yellowish tint). Prefer either a Zeiss T*UV (though it cuts off a bit of indigo) or a B&W or no filters.
I bought the 70-210mm f4 Nikkor off your recommendation.. It's sharp but horrible bokeh and no VC, and the focusing is loud. But great lens, was disappointed with the fact you didn't mention a comparison, or if it would be a recommended upgrade.
How would you compare this to the Nikon 70-200 f4G?
ohhh gawd i hate that lens :P ahahahhaha
Any reason why?
Dang it Ken! I hate your reviews...because I always go with your recommendations and end up pissing
off my wife. :-)
Why not mention vs. Nikon 70-200 f4? Seems like the logical comparison for size and aperture.
and price $$$$ ://
oh true, forgot that part :P
I tried both these lenses, hired the Nikon and nearly bought that one. Took a risk on Tamron when it was released with a view I could send it back, and in my opinion it’s far superior in quality. I now own this lens and love it
Lars Wright I own both and did a test on both using the same parameters, and found that the Tamron reveals more details in the shadows, it’s a bit brighter and the colors appear more true to reality than the Nikon. I shoot landscape so this is gonna be replacing my Nikon 70-200 f4.as far as sharpness goes, the Nikon is a tad sharper if you extreme pixel peep but not by much.
Compared to the old and cheap AF Nikkor 70-210/4 ?
Will this lens auto focus with the D300
Respected Sir, I am planning to buy D750 (an upgrade from D3300), I am having 85 1.8 and do you think I should go for Tamron 70-200 G2. I already said that I followed your suggestion and hunted 60mm macro in my bag. Tamron 10-24 G2 is my current lens on my list. Your words are deal breaker for me as oppose to other munching mouths on youtube. My ears are located at small village in West Bengal, INDIA.
Sam, if you want something mobile, get the 70-210 f/4 as its more ergonomic, lighter and easy to handle for day long shoots. If you shoot in a studio, the f/2.8 version is possibly your choice. f/4 will work well with the D750 (using it for 5 years) which works great in low light.
@@indraneilbiswas Hey Neil, thankx for reply, I will see the guidelines and will revert back to you.
Neil bhai abar amader bangla-tey boro lens maney O-reeee bap rey baap...darun lens maney darun photo....
If possible, you may want to check tamron 28-75 f2.8 emount.
Is that your thing now? Holding a lens to your head absorbing it's powers? Like sniffing it hahaha 😂😂😂
Can it work on canon rp?
What about the image stabilization, or VC as they call it? Their previous VC was not fluid but rather jerky, making it less than ideal for video. And one day I hope to see that Ken will overlay screenshots of test photos so we don't squint at an angled LCD screen and basically see nothing of note (hint hint please).
How about a wedding lens?
this lens, or nikkor AF-P 70-300 (Fx ) ? . its the same price.
I’m seriously considering selling the tamron 18-400 and picking up this 70-210 f4. I have the Nikon 200-500 and 17-55.
i never tell anyone to sell anything, that creates an ethical issue :)
is this lens weatherproof?
yes
Does this lens work on Z6?
If you update it to software 2.0 via the tap in console .... yes.
What's your beef with the new Tamron 85mm 1.8?
its not up to my standards of awesome at all.....i own a pile of 85mm lenses.
Theoria Apophasis what lens is a quality 85mm 1.8
Fair enough. How do you like the Nikkor 85mm 1.8 D?
Not a bad lens at all, but pretty bad rendering imo.
Lorsey Jones the Nikon 85 1.8 G is awesome, it’s basically 98% of the 1.4. And most people won’t need the other 2% difference
B&H has it for $379 right now. I just bought it.
How do you like it? Similar sale is going on now.
@@MrKaystew I really like this lens it takes amazing photos. I would definitely recommend it to anyone especially at this price.
Its on sale at BH at $379 a STEAL!!! I dont need it ,already have Nikon 2.8 but at that price i just got it. For the weight.
im waiting for the new tamron 28-75 f2.8 release nikon mount :))))))
Greetings from France ! :)
Have you ever tested the Nikkor 70-200 F4 VR ? If so, is it a good lens ? Thank you for everything. Your channel is the best, it really is.
Phantom I second this question. Thanks in advance.
Another good thing about Tamron is useful lens collars with arca-swiss type dovetail ridges.
Nikon's lens collars are junk. I tossed that stupid lens foot for my 70-200mm f/2.8E after finally getting a reasonable ReallyRightStuff replacement.
To hell with that junky piece of metal.
So if every lens has a plan! Please What is the purpose for the 35mm f/2 D cuz I refuse to believe in others who Say that it is a piece of Crap lens!
that lens is great, cheap, small, and epic awesome microcontrast for BW shots
quality glass
Just my own thing……… Never much cared for Tampon lenses.
do the tamron 28-75 sony lens everyone is freaking out about!
I know you got the 24-70 GM you can compare it to.