So nice to see a review on an APSC lens, especially on the a6400 which is my workhorse for sure. Looks like a win/win based on the price/performance. Surprised the in lens stabilization is even better than the Sony. Thanks!
You're welcome! I have another video coming out about it but yeah IMO this is THE lens For Sony APSC and if I still had an APSC camera I would keep it.
@@JakeSloan hi can you help me with one doubt I have about calculating the aperture value. Some People are saying that when we mount a Full Frame lens on a APS-C body not only the focal length varies Aperture does vary too... For an example 50mm will become as 75mm and f/2.8 will become as f/4 ish I dunno how it works and I would really like to learn about it. Can you please help me on that !
I adore your videos, man. Also: thank you for remarking on the fact that the lens works so well in the cold and nasty. We never get enough kudos for our weatherproofing and build.
Very true! Tamron's lenses have put up with some serious abuse that I and Alaska have put them through including a few heavy rain, lots of snow, 22 below zero and more, if you are part of that team you deserve a LOT of kudos for doing a fantastic job!
The struggle is real with trying to speak out in the cold. I'm in northern Illinois so probably not nearly as bad as Alaska, but it is really challenging trying to get clear words out. Nice video!
For someone who's budget is tight this will be my next lens. I'm rocking the Sony a6400 so that added stabilization will be a nice addition. Looking forward to all I can create this year.
Great review! I got to test the lens last week in the Tetons and I used both an a6300 and an a6600 and the difference in the video was incredible. I found when I was moving and the subject was moving it was extremely smooth. My only problem was I kept doing face plants in the snow because I wasn't watching where I was going...
Very informative and very cold. Even in my cozy office, I was freezing my buttski of watching you out there. Thanks for braving the cold and bringing us this vid :) Happily leaving Like #39
Thank you for the review Jake - well done. I would grab this lense if I hadn't sold my a6000 and a6600 to buy my a7s3. I do love my Tamron's though - 17-28, 28-75 and most recently the 70-180. These are currently the only lenses I own.
Me too I have the 17-28 and 28-75 for my a7iii, I really like the tamron image quality and value for money, planning to get the 70-180 and also this 17-70 for my a6400 as B camera
Great information, Jake! I heard you mention the a6600. Are you pretty confident that the resulting stabe (a6600 IBIS + Tamron's VC) is really noticeably better than a6400 with this lens? Or better than say the a6600 with Sony OSS-equipped lens (which I find great for pics...but not so much for video). Glad to have stumbled across and sub'd your channel today!
I would say it is better with a IBIS capable camera but how much is hard to say. I think it would be noticeable though. I think the difference between this lens and a sony lens with oss is going to be just about exactly the same on the same camera body though. Thanks for subscribing!
Hi Jake. Your reviews are great and very helpful! I’m wondering if you have any thoughts on the Sigma 18-50 2.8 (for a6600) in comparison to these. Size and price is compelling vs Tamron but the extra reach and better weather sealing of the Tamron is certainly tough to ignore. Thank you.
Jake, thanks for this very fun review! Here’s my question I’m surprised no one else asked this yet! What’s that AWESOME Lens Cap you’re sporting on the Tamron??
The Tamron 17-70 mm is a nice lens, but may be longer, heavier, and is $150 more expensive than the zoom Sony apsc G lens of 18-135mm (also with image stabilization). The Sony lens is much better as a real zoom because it has almost twice the zoom range. As well, you can get deals on the sony lens-I believe I paid under $500 for it. Anyway, I've been using this lens for a year and really like it. Thanks for your review of the Tamron lens.
Jack, Thanks a lot for the great review. I have the A6400 + Sony 1655. I really wish it had the OSS. The price difference between Sony 1655 and Tamron 1770 in the US is crazy. Maybe it is because of the US-China tariffs. Just wondering if the Sony is $100 US more expensive than Tamron, would you still recommend Tamron over Sony? I bought my Sony 1655 for about $900 US in Canada (with all possible discounts I can find) in Nov. 2019. Thanks a lot.
Hey Paul I would still purely due to the extra reach and the image stabilization in the lens is fantastic! if you already have The Sony though I don't know that I would crossgrade. I have a video coming tomorrow that does a bit more of a deep dive in the image quality comparison.
Between this and the 18-300 which would be the better pick? I’m mostly aiming to do portraits with my photography as I’m starting out, so I’d appreciate the wider aperture on this, but idk if I just want it to have it but the extra range sounds like it could be fun
This lens would be great for that since it has stabilization built in and good low light performance. Another option but it will do less well in low light is the 18-105 with OSS from sony
@@JakeSloan I have the F4 18-105, havnt had the chance to try it under floodlit conditions, i was thinking of having a crack with the Tamron 70-180 F2.8 once its safe to head back into stadiums
Thanks for sharing sample images you shot...... It would be great if you also provide some small video samples in log profiles.... Would be really helpful for us and your help will be highly appreciated...... ✌
If you are an APSC shooter then definitely consider the 17-70, great all around lens but if you need the highest image quality then the 16-55 still cannot be beat.
Thank you! But what about the color difference in photos, esp. in skin tones? Sony looked pale and Tamron yellow... is it also your opinion? Imho only the new 7s/7c are good in skin tones... the Tamron is bringing back more soft and warm tone to the skin than the Sony G.... And another story to be told is the comparison to the Zeiss 4 16-70 with stabilisation, isn’t it?
It was really shocking to me to see that big of a difference. I have a video coming tomorrow that will do a bit more of a deep dive in the image quality of each but overall the Tamron def has a warmer color rendering and the sony is cooler
Great review on the Tamron 17-70 for Sony APSC cameras! Liked the shot of the eagle! Not sure what you meant by focus breathing, is it the ease of where it slides in and out of focus? Thanks!
Thanks Mark! Focus breathing is where the focal length will change slightly as you change the focus. So as you go from near focus to infinity focus the lens may loose a few millimeters of width etc. Cheers!!
Howdy, Jake. Wow, this lens is a great bang for the buck. The color comparison between Sony and Tamron; hands down, the Tamron wins out. In this video, your images are outstanding. Sounds like a handy lens for Sony APSC users. Thanks for this balanced review and real-life testing. Take Care.
Thanks Steve!! I have a video coming today that will show a bit better the differences between the sony and tamron, the color difference isn't as big as shown in this video thank goodness but it is different. Cheers
This Tamron is definitely not small ! I have the Sony 16-55 and for me it is the largest lens I am willing to carry. The Tamron looks HUGE ! I have to say one more thing for the Sony - It is the best zoom lens I ever had, and I had a few, including the 24-70 GM. It can beat 80% of modern primes ! believe me, I have a Loxia and many more primes, I know what I'm talking about. So this Tamron is not for me, even though it has some important advantages, especially the VC and the price.
I see you used it on your A7C throughout the review. How do you see it’s viability being used on a full frame having both types of bodies. Is this more worth it or having say the full frame 28-75 2.8 being used on APSC. I’m trying to determine keeping my 6600 and getting this lens or upgrading to the A7C so I would love to hear your thoughts.
I would not upgrade from the a6600 to the a7c personally. You have more controls on the a6600 and custom buttons. the only real difference is the flip out screen and full frame. everything else is the same. The OSS (tamron calls is VC vibration compensation) makes this lens a bit better than the 28-75 for APSC shooters for sure especially since you have IBIS as well
@@JakeSloan considering you have both, or at least a 6400 and A7C, That means a lot. Thank you sir. I’ve been going back and forth and I really do enjoy my APSC for personal use versus my A7Riii for client work. I just didn’t want to have 2 sets of lenses. Going full frame to the A7C was more to simply my collection. Just not sure it’s worth it? I would either buy 2 more lenses for my 6600 or sell it and spend the money needed to go full frame and not really need to buy any more lenses.
Hey Jake, thanks for such an amazing video about this Tamron - I have a quick question - I own a Sony A7S III... On trying this lens I got very heavy vignetting... does that mean this is not the lens for me?
Nice vid thanks! I have the A6400 & I've just ordered this lens as an upgrade from my Sony 18-105 f/4 lens which isn't that great in low light. Looking forward to using this! Are you still happy with this lens in 2022?
I shoot with the a6100 and am using Sigma primes but this lens is extremely compelling! No need to change lenses for a whole shoot or vlog…. Vibration reduction is a big plus since 6100 has none…. I was thinking of cashing out of APSC but this lens is giving me pause
Hi, thanks for your video. Could you please tell me what kind (brand) of lens cap you are using in this video? It looks like it's perhaps silicone or rubber? Thanks
How does it compare to 18-104 f4 mm fron Sony? Im thinking that sigma 16 mm f.1.4 for low light + 18-104 f4 for zoom is still a bit better setup than only having Tamron 17-70 f 2.8. It will not give you the low light performance sigma gives. What is your take on this? new Tamron or Sigma 16 + Sony 18-104 as a starting setup?
The sigma will give slightly better low light performance but from my experience is a fair bit worse in it's distortion. It is however an excellent lens. I would still choose this over the 18-104 since I feel this lens is sharper and performs a bit better overall
@@JakeSloan Thanks for your answer. Of course comparing 18-104 directly to Tamron, Tamron wins quality wise I guess. But taking price point into conideration and that combo of SImga + 18-104 is still 25% cheaper than new Tamron. Hm not sure
I believe this lens is currently the best lens with Sony aps-c, whether it’s portrait, landscape or video, it’s perfectly competent. You can take it to travel anywhere without having to carry more lenses.，Thanks your excellent video
Have been watching reviews like crazy and am obsessing over one of the three which I think have tossed out the Sony lens but hard to decide between the Tamron 17-70 and Sigma 18-50 as many reviews place them pretty close in picture quality. Looking for help. $250 price spread between the two
I really like the tamron and I haven't used the sigma so I can't comment of the difference but I will say I don't think you will be disappointed with either one
Jake, I got my lens because of this review and i made sure to hit your B&H link! Wondering if you have suggestions for classes/courses to take on the sony a6400 and the use of this lens? I am totally new to all of this!
@@JakeSloan I know I can achieve a similar effect with a 24-70 and then using crop mode when I want to go tighter but there's a noticeable delay when switching from crop to full frame on that camera and I end up downsizing my files to 24mp anyways for most uses.
Great show, my environment is quite different than yours, do you think the Tamron will hold up well to hot and humid climate. We are having a cold spell here now --18c at night 28c day. Cheers
I’m buying a Sony a6400.. what you recommend I get Tamron 17-70 f2.8 or Tamron 28-75 f2.8?? Thanks in advance. I’m looking for a lense to be able to do all in one portrait/ scenery/etc.
I am starter in photography, I have only two choice in my budget, a6400 and a a6700, which one i should buy? Is there any huge advantage for a6700 over a6400? a 6400 is still practical in the year 2025? Is there much quality difference?
if you can get the a6700 then absolutely do it. The image quality in video is a huge difference. plus you get IBIS which helps a lot in both video and photo
hey how about a comparison with the new sigma 18-50? also, which would you say is better for gimbal work like zhiyun crane m3? i am guessing sigma would be better because of its size. but this tamron? is the 17-70 too big for crane m3 with something like a6400/6600??
Thanks for the video. If we have the Sony a 6400 (does not have IBIS as commented), what settings within the camera do we need to enable in order to take advantage of VC in the Tamron lens or does it automatically turn on? Thank you
@@JakeSloan Yeah, that's really cold. You didn't have that much clothing on in some shots for being that cold, you have to be pretty adjusted to the cold
I have sigma 16 mm but I want to shoot street photography and video. Sigma is wide lens. I need sometimes zoom lens. You think I should buy sigma 30 mm 1.4 or tamron 17-70.
@@JakeSloan Hi, Mr. Jake, it’s me again. I just placed an order for this lens with your link. Looks like your review has helped me out most by far. You are incredible. Thank you for your tedious work and for your continued efforts to give us free wisdom and incredible views of Alaska. Hope you get something from my purchase. Take care.
2:55 god i LOVE TAMRON COLORSSSSS THEY FIX EVERYTHING ABOUT SONY CAMERAS In the worst kinda lighting conditions in the world overly bright snow land. The tamron warms up the look of the world and makes everything pleasant looking
Good Morning! I purchased one but found it strange that her zoom ring is a little stiff. Did this happen to your copy too? From 24mm onwards, it has a greater resistance when turning that even to use it on the gimbal is more difficult because turning the zoom ring forces the motor
@@JakeSloan best solution but must have lots of memory cards right . Let's me see , thank so much idol . Hope u have another review about a7c + 17 70..hihi
@Jake Sloan hi can you help me with one doubt I have about calculating the aperture value. Some People are saying that when we mount a Full Frame lens on a APS-C body not only the focal length varies Aperture does vary too... For an example 50mm will become as 75mm and f/2.8 will become as f/4 ish I dunno how it works and I would really like to learn about it. Can you please help me on that !
@jakesloan would this be a good lens for my first lens for the a6400 as I am new to photography and getting the a6400. Would this be good for fast action shots?
Jake, don't you have the 18-105 for comparisson? It's not even fair with the G Lens, but would be good to see the difference between them. Anyway, I'm selling my 18-105 hahhahaa
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I have the a6400, and this lens is just what I’m looking for ... cheers 👍✌️
Fantastic! Enjoy it!!
So nice to see a review on an APSC lens, especially on the a6400 which is my workhorse for sure. Looks like a win/win based on the price/performance. Surprised the in lens stabilization is even better than the Sony. Thanks!
You're welcome! I have another video coming out about it but yeah IMO this is THE lens For Sony APSC and if I still had an APSC camera I would keep it.
This review was exactly what I needed, thank you sir
Fantastic cheers!
I see you in almost every Tamron 17-70 video's comment section. Seems like you really wanna buy it. :)
@@JakeSloan hi can you help me with one doubt I have about calculating the aperture value.
Some People are saying that when we mount a Full Frame lens on a APS-C body not only the focal length varies Aperture does vary too... For an example 50mm will become as 75mm and f/2.8 will become as f/4 ish
I dunno how it works and I would really like to learn about it. Can you please help me on that !
@@wanderingyoana I ended up buying it pal
@@phucmapvlog where did you buy it from? B&H?
I adore your videos, man. Also: thank you for remarking on the fact that the lens works so well in the cold and nasty. We never get enough kudos for our weatherproofing and build.
Very true! Tamron's lenses have put up with some serious abuse that I and Alaska have put them through including a few heavy rain, lots of snow, 22 below zero and more, if you are part of that team you deserve a LOT of kudos for doing a fantastic job!
@@JakeSloan I'm the Rocky Mountain rep :) you know Ben, our PacNorWest rep!
Totally agreed! Weather sealing is so important because it enables you to shoot in harsh conditions!
The struggle is real with trying to speak out in the cold. I'm in northern Illinois so probably not nearly as bad as Alaska, but it is really challenging trying to get clear words out. Nice video!
Thank you and stay warm!
For someone who's budget is tight this will be my next lens. I'm rocking the Sony a6400 so that added stabilization will be a nice addition. Looking forward to all I can create this year.
Fantastic! This is def the lens you want to save for and get. The is the best lens for versatility and price I've used on APSC so far
Great review! I got to test the lens last week in the Tetons and I used both an a6300 and an a6600 and the difference in the video was incredible. I found when I was moving and the subject was moving it was extremely smooth. My only problem was I kept doing face plants in the snow because I wasn't watching where I was going...
Fantastic!!! except for the face plants lol
Man that dedication in the cold man! You could tell you were cold. Sweet lens, I would have to pick it up if I was an APS-C shooter. Great job!
LOL thanks Paul!!
Thanks for the review, I would buy this for my a6400 as well!
Fantastic lens for that camera
Very informative and very cold. Even in my cozy office, I was freezing my buttski of watching you out there. Thanks for braving the cold and bringing us this vid :) Happily leaving Like #39
Lol your welcome! Cheers
Thank you for the review Jake - well done. I would grab this lense if I hadn't sold my a6000 and a6600 to buy my a7s3. I do love my Tamron's though - 17-28, 28-75 and most recently the 70-180. These are currently the only lenses I own.
Youre welcome! I love mine too and if I was still shooting APSC I would put this lens on the top of my list as well
Me too I have the 17-28 and 28-75 for my a7iii, I really like the tamron image quality and value for money, planning to get the 70-180 and also this 17-70 for my a6400 as B camera
Another vid of yours that felt so...refreshing ❄! I enjoy seeing Alaska through your eyes. Great review, this seems to be a fantastic lens
well it was refreshing lol thanks a lot
Really good and useful review! thanks for your time and work
You're welcome
Great information, Jake! I heard you mention the a6600. Are you pretty confident that the resulting stabe (a6600 IBIS + Tamron's VC) is really noticeably better than a6400 with this lens? Or better than say the a6600 with Sony OSS-equipped lens (which I find great for pics...but not so much for video). Glad to have stumbled across and sub'd your channel today!
I would say it is better with a IBIS capable camera but how much is hard to say. I think it would be noticeable though. I think the difference between this lens and a sony lens with oss is going to be just about exactly the same on the same camera body though. Thanks for subscribing!
Big thumbs up for shooting this video in the real world with windchill! Great review.
Thanks a lot Joel
Very informative review in extreme condition. Thank you!
Thanks!
Awesome Video Jake! Looking into buying a new lens for my zv-e10! I was wondering, can you still use power zoom/clear image zoom on these lenses?
You can use clear image zoom but these are not power zoom lenses
@@JakeSloan Okay! Thanks Jake!
Thanks a lot man.. it’s inspiring that u put up so much work
THank you
Nice Jake! Liking the stabilization on it! Thats pretty awesome!
Thanks Kardoso!!
Hi Jake. Your reviews are great and very helpful! I’m wondering if you have any thoughts on the Sigma 18-50 2.8 (for a6600) in comparison to these. Size and price is compelling vs Tamron but the extra reach and better weather sealing of the Tamron is certainly tough to ignore. Thank you.
I haven’t used the sigma so I can’t really say. The tamron has been fantastic though
@@JakeSloan Thank you! I really appreciate the quick response.
Jake, thanks for this very fun review! Here’s my question I’m surprised no one else asked this yet! What’s that AWESOME Lens Cap you’re sporting on the Tamron??
LOL thats the defender from polar pro
@@JakeSloan Cheers! Buying it NOW
Thank you sir. You have convinced me to get this lens and sony body. 😊
Good choice!
The Tamron 17-70 mm is a nice lens, but may be longer, heavier, and is $150 more expensive than the zoom Sony apsc G lens of 18-135mm (also with image stabilization). The Sony lens is much better as a real zoom because it has almost twice the zoom range. As well, you can get deals on the sony lens-I believe I paid under $500 for it. Anyway, I've been using this lens for a year and really like it. Thanks for your review of the Tamron lens.
yes but the tamron will perfom better in low light since it has a max aputure of f2.8 all the way through the zoom range
Jack,
Thanks a lot for the great review.
I have the A6400 + Sony 1655. I really wish it had the OSS.
The price difference between Sony 1655 and Tamron 1770 in the US is crazy. Maybe it is because of the US-China tariffs.
Just wondering if the Sony is $100 US more expensive than Tamron, would you still recommend Tamron over Sony?
I bought my Sony 1655 for about $900 US in Canada (with all possible discounts I can find) in Nov. 2019.
Thanks a lot.
Hey Paul I would still purely due to the extra reach and the image stabilization in the lens is fantastic! if you already have The Sony though I don't know that I would crossgrade. I have a video coming tomorrow that does a bit more of a deep dive in the image quality comparison.
Between this and the 18-300 which would be the better pick? I’m mostly aiming to do portraits with my photography as I’m starting out, so I’d appreciate the wider aperture on this, but idk if I just want it to have it but the extra range sounds like it could be fun
The 17-70 for sure if you do a lot in low light
Excellent review & video... Can you recommend something for sports shooting under floodlights using a A6500?
This lens would be great for that since it has stabilization built in and good low light performance. Another option but it will do less well in low light is the 18-105 with OSS from sony
@@JakeSloan I have the F4 18-105, havnt had the chance to try it under floodlit conditions, i was thinking of having a crack with the Tamron 70-180 F2.8 once its safe to head back into stadiums
Thanks for sharing sample images you shot......
It would be great if you also provide some small video samples in log profiles....
Would be really helpful for us and your help will be highly appreciated...... ✌
next time maybe
great review. I am doubting between the Tamron 17-70, sony 16-55 or 24-70 f4.
If you are an APSC shooter then definitely consider the 17-70, great all around lens but if you need the highest image quality then the 16-55 still cannot be beat.
Great review! Is that the lens cap that comes with the lens? If not where did you buy that lens cap? Thanks!
Thank you! The lens can is the defender from polar pro.
@@JakeSloan Appreciate it!
Thanks for the video Jake, btw your set looks great.
Thank you very much!
Thank you! But what about the color difference in photos, esp. in skin tones? Sony looked pale and Tamron yellow... is it also your opinion? Imho only the new 7s/7c are good in skin tones... the Tamron is bringing back more soft and warm tone to the skin than the Sony G.... And another story to be told is the comparison to the Zeiss 4 16-70 with stabilisation, isn’t it?
It was really shocking to me to see that big of a difference. I have a video coming tomorrow that will do a bit more of a deep dive in the image quality of each but overall the Tamron def has a warmer color rendering and the sony is cooler
I'm waiting for this lens review. Please do an extensive comparison with Sony 16- 55. Thanks
Working on that now
@@JakeSloan thanks...can't wait👍
Great review on the Tamron 17-70 for Sony APSC cameras! Liked the shot of the eagle! Not sure what you meant by focus breathing, is it the ease of where it slides in and out of focus? Thanks!
Thanks Mark! Focus breathing is where the focal length will change slightly as you change the focus. So as you go from near focus to infinity focus the lens may loose a few millimeters of width etc. Cheers!!
@@JakeSloan Ah, that's makes sense...yes I have seen that happen. Glad your trip was successful!
Thanks for the coffee fund!! We drank some up there and it was fantastic hot coffee in a COLD place with a great view
Howdy, Jake. Wow, this lens is a great bang for the buck. The color comparison between Sony and Tamron; hands down, the Tamron wins out. In this video, your images are outstanding. Sounds like a handy lens for Sony APSC users. Thanks for this balanced review and real-life testing. Take Care.
Thanks Steve!! I have a video coming today that will show a bit better the differences between the sony and tamron, the color difference isn't as big as shown in this video thank goodness but it is different. Cheers
@@JakeSloan Jake, Thank you for the update.
Awesome review! I'll definitely recommend to my friend who shoots on APSC. As an FF shooter, I just want to borrow it 😂!
LOL that sounds perfect
This Tamron is definitely not small !
I have the Sony 16-55 and for me it is the largest lens I am willing to carry.
The Tamron looks HUGE !
I have to say one more thing for the Sony - It is the best zoom lens I ever had, and I had a few, including the 24-70 GM.
It can beat 80% of modern primes !
believe me, I have a Loxia and many more primes, I know what I'm talking about.
So this Tamron is not for me, even though it has some important advantages, especially the VC and the price.
sony makes great lenses for sure
Thanks dude. I'm keeping my eye on this one.
Excellent
I see you used it on your A7C throughout the review. How do you see it’s viability being used on a full frame having both types of bodies. Is this more worth it or having say the full frame 28-75 2.8 being used on APSC. I’m trying to determine keeping my 6600 and getting this lens or upgrading to the A7C so I would love to hear your thoughts.
I would not upgrade from the a6600 to the a7c personally. You have more controls on the a6600 and custom buttons. the only real difference is the flip out screen and full frame. everything else is the same. The OSS (tamron calls is VC vibration compensation) makes this lens a bit better than the 28-75 for APSC shooters for sure especially since you have IBIS as well
@@JakeSloan considering you have both, or at least a 6400 and A7C, That means a lot. Thank you sir. I’ve been going back and forth and I really do enjoy my APSC for personal use versus my A7Riii for client work. I just didn’t want to have 2 sets of lenses. Going full frame to the A7C was more to simply my collection. Just not sure it’s worth it?
I would either buy 2 more lenses for my 6600 or sell it and spend the money needed to go full frame and not really need to buy any more lenses.
Hey Jake, thanks for such an amazing video about this Tamron - I have a quick question - I own a Sony A7S III... On trying this lens I got very heavy vignetting... does that mean this is not the lens for me?
That’s correct this lens is for crop (APSC) sensor cameras
@@JakeSloan So I guess this is not for the A7S III? Which is the closest to this for full frame that you could suggest? Thx
How does this compare to Tamron 28-200 on a FF body?
quite close except the 28-200 has more reach by almost 100mm. but it also has a bit wider wide end and the vibration compensation is wonderful
@@JakeSloan Tamron indeed made it very difficult for apsc users to choose FF vs apsc. For me FF has an edge in value.
Nice vid thanks! I have the A6400 & I've just ordered this lens as an upgrade from my Sony 18-105 f/4 lens which isn't that great in low light. Looking forward to using this! Are you still happy with this lens in 2022?
Yes I am
What's that thick lens protection cap you have on it? It looks cool. To artsy to be Tamron design 🧐
Its the defender from polar pro
I love your videos!! So helpful!! Thanks
thank you very much!
awesome video and review man! I am digging these lens! i have a sony a6400 too!!👍👌
awesome !!
I shoot with the a6100 and am using Sigma primes but this lens is extremely compelling! No need to change lenses for a whole shoot or vlog…. Vibration reduction is a big plus since 6100 has none…. I was thinking of cashing out of APSC but this lens is giving me pause
Exactly! Plus the new 11-20 is amazing as well paired with this lens. Review is coming soon about that
you went that far for a lens review :o must be a 1st 2021 Guinness world record :D
LOL
Thank you for the great review!
You’re welcome.
Hi, thanks for your video. Could you please tell me what kind (brand) of lens cap you are using in this video? It looks like it's perhaps silicone or rubber? Thanks
this is the polar pro defender
How does it compare to 18-104 f4 mm fron Sony? Im thinking that sigma 16 mm f.1.4 for low light + 18-104 f4 for zoom is still a bit better setup than only having Tamron 17-70 f 2.8. It will not give you the low light performance sigma gives. What is your take on this? new Tamron or Sigma 16 + Sony 18-104 as a starting setup?
Exactly my thoughts! Would love a comparison!
The sigma will give slightly better low light performance but from my experience is a fair bit worse in it's distortion. It is however an excellent lens. I would still choose this over the 18-104 since I feel this lens is sharper and performs a bit better overall
@@JakeSloan Thanks for your answer. Of course comparing 18-104 directly to Tamron, Tamron wins quality wise I guess. But taking price point into conideration and that combo of SImga + 18-104 is still 25% cheaper than new Tamron. Hm not sure
I believe this lens is currently the best lens with Sony aps-c, whether it’s portrait, landscape or video, it’s perfectly competent. You can take it to travel anywhere without having to carry more lenses.，Thanks your excellent video
Thanks and I agree
Have been watching reviews like crazy and am obsessing over one of the three which I think have tossed out the Sony lens but hard to decide between the Tamron 17-70 and Sigma 18-50 as many reviews place them pretty close in picture quality. Looking for help. $250 price spread between the two
I really like the tamron and I haven't used the sigma so I can't comment of the difference but I will say I don't think you will be disappointed with either one
Can my clear my confusion, I have only kit lens with my sony 6300 now. I want to buy two lens (sigma 16mm f1.4 and sigma 56mm ) OR tamron 17-70?
for the most flexibility I would go with the tamron but the sigma lenses have incredible image quality
Appreciate the tutorial, great work 👏
You’re welcome
this is great! Great that you review it outside! As a swiss, I love this 😍;-)
Thank you Cheers!!
Jake, I got my lens because of this review and i made sure to hit your B&H link! Wondering if you have suggestions for classes/courses to take on the sony a6400 and the use of this lens? I am totally new to all of this!
Thank you! are you looking for general use of cameras and lenses or this combo specifically?
@@JakeSloan specifically sony a6400 would be great.
I actually am considering getting this for my a7r4 full frame and shooting it in crop mode just because of the range at f2,.8
actually it would probably be a decent lens for that and you wouldn't loose too much resolution!
Not a goed choice.
@@JakeSloan I know I can achieve a similar effect with a 24-70 and then using crop mode when I want to go tighter but there's a noticeable delay when switching from crop to full frame on that camera and I end up downsizing my files to 24mp anyways for most uses.
Great show, my environment is quite different than yours, do you think the Tamron will hold up well to hot and humid climate. We are having a cold spell here now --18c at night 28c day. Cheers
I think it will handle it well since its very well weather sealed
@@JakeSloan Thanks for info, I am planning to get one as soon as they come available here.
Seems like this is the all-round lens replacing the sony 18-105mm f4.
Easily, This has better performance in low light and I feel is sharper as well
Great video!
Im gonna buy this one!
Thanks!
I wanna get one for my A6600… can you post a link to it maybe for B&H or Amazon
it is linked in the description but here you go: geni.us/gCsgJJQ
@@JakeSloan thanks!!!
Thanks for the review, I’m learning. Watching you has made me cold, so I’ll add some wood to the stove.
Thanks a lot!! lol stay warm
Just added this lens today for my 6700 18 September 2024
awesome
nice 👍
is the vc decent enough compared oss
it is fantastic when compared to oss, they perform very similarly
Will it be available for other systems and if yes to which?
I don't know if it will be available for any other systems at the moment
I’m buying a Sony a6400.. what you recommend I get Tamron 17-70 f2.8 or Tamron 28-75 f2.8?? Thanks in advance. I’m looking for a lense to be able to do all in one portrait/ scenery/etc.
I would get the Tamron 17-70 for sure
I am starter in photography, I have only two choice in my budget, a6400 and a a6700, which one i should buy? Is there any huge advantage for a6700 over a6400? a 6400 is still practical in the year 2025? Is there much quality difference?
if you can get the a6700 then absolutely do it. The image quality in video is a huge difference. plus you get IBIS which helps a lot in both video and photo
hey how about a comparison with the new sigma 18-50? also, which would you say is better for gimbal work like zhiyun crane m3? i am guessing sigma would be better because of its size. but this tamron? is the 17-70 too big for crane m3 with something like a6400/6600??
unfortunately I don't have access to the Sigma. The 17-70 would work on the M3 until you start to extend it past 24mm
@@JakeSloan Thats great.wide angle is what I prefer for videos so not much an issue. Thanks for replying sir! All the best 👍😊
Even your voice sounds like the chords are shivering lol. I have to look into getting that lens
LOL it was COLD and dry and COLD... great lens for apsc for sure. Thanks!!
I love prime lenses f1.4 GM, but for my a6700 is tamron 17-70/2.8 perfect choice for travel.
agreed
What lens do you suggest if I can get the sony for a 150$ more than the tamron. I do photos more and want a compact solution for my family vacations.
The Sony has the better image quality but the vibration compensation wins it for me on the tamron
Thanks for the video. If we have the Sony a 6400 (does not have IBIS as commented), what settings within the camera do we need to enable in order to take advantage of VC in the Tamron lens or does it automatically turn on? Thank you
It will be on by default but you can turn it off by going into the menu
@@JakeSloan thank you
Wait, degrees in Fahrenheit it Celsius? Both are probable in Alaska
I was speaking in Fahrenheit. But yes both are!
@@JakeSloan Yeah, that's really cold. You didn't have that much clothing on in some shots for being that cold, you have to be pretty adjusted to the cold
I have sigma 16 mm but I want to shoot street photography and video. Sigma is wide lens. I need sometimes zoom lens. You think I should buy sigma 30 mm 1.4 or tamron 17-70.
The 30 1.4 is great but I think the extra versatility of the zoom range and the stabilization built into the lens makes it worth it
Immediate thumbs up for Jake :)
Thank you so much!
@@JakeSloan Hi, Mr. Jake, it’s me again.
I just placed an order for this lens with your link. Looks like your review has helped me out most by far. You are incredible. Thank you for your tedious work and for your continued efforts to give us free wisdom and incredible views of Alaska.
Hope you get something from my purchase.
Take care.
2:55 god i LOVE TAMRON COLORSSSSS THEY FIX EVERYTHING ABOUT SONY CAMERAS
In the worst kinda lighting conditions in the world overly bright snow land. The tamron warms up the look of the world and makes everything pleasant looking
Tamron is putting out some FANTASTIC lenses for sony
What kind of corrections profile you were using? Thanks in advance! Because there is not yet an 17-70mm profile
I was using the in camera correction profile but that was all.
Good Morning! I purchased one but found it strange that her zoom ring is a little stiff. Did this happen to your copy too? From 24mm onwards, it has a greater resistance when turning that even to use it on the gimbal is more difficult because turning the zoom ring forces the motor
Interesting. I have not found that to be true with my copy
I’m a beginner and just bought the a6000 for my trip to Arizona. Do you recommend this lens for capturing large landscapes or Sigma 16mm f/1.4?
I would get this lens for an all in one and all around lens for sure
is this lens sharper compared to the sigma trio (16mm, 30mm, 56mm)?
Unfortunately I don't have those to test but primes are almost always sharper and those sigma lenses are incredibly sharp so I doubt it
How come you took shots using the a7c as well?
Because it was the camera I had with me at the time.
Can u plz do the comparison between 17-70 tamron va Sony 18-105 plz
I would like to but I don't have access to the Sony 18-105
use a7c + 17 70 in movie recording , image quality down , but is it acceptable , idol ? Thanks
you still get full 4k since the a7c uses a higher resolution sensor and downsamples a 6k image. So no quality loss
@@JakeSloan best solution but must have lots of memory cards right . Let's me see , thank so much idol . Hope u have another review about a7c + 17 70..hihi
@Jake Sloan hi can you help me with one doubt I have about calculating the aperture value.
Some People are saying that when we mount a Full Frame lens on a APS-C body not only the focal length varies Aperture does vary too... For an example 50mm will become as 75mm and f/2.8 will become as f/4 ish
I dunno how it works and I would really like to learn about it. Can you please help me on that !
The Aputure does change as well
This lens I can afford. The 16-55, not for a while. Just ordered it, looking forward to use it.
excellent
a 100% buy if it's not that i've moved on from apsc system
agreed!!
Nice review
Thanks!
Sweet. My favorite lens is the Sigma 16mm f1.4 on my 6500.
Nice I love that lens too!!
Wonderfull lens but very very wide wiev. Especially not good street photography
amazing lens, Tamron is doing a great job!
yes they are!!
@jakesloan would this be a good lens for my first lens for the a6400 as I am new to photography and getting the a6400. Would this be good for fast action shots?
This would be a nearly perfect lens for that!
@@JakeSloan thank you very much
is this compatible for Sony A7III?
it is but you would be better off getting the 28-200 or 28-75 for the A7III to use it's full resolution in photos
Whats your recommendation for sony a6000 and this lens
that would be a great combo
Jake, don't you have the 18-105 for comparisson? It's not even fair with the G Lens, but would be good to see the difference between them. Anyway, I'm selling my 18-105 hahhahaa
I do not unfortunately
Have you compared vs. Sony zeiss 1670/4?
I don't have access to that lens unfortunately but this will perform better in low light and give a shallower depth of field
Zeiss is 7 y old so i guess thats right. With a small camera i want a pretty small lens to match Witherspoon. I think these zooms are tog big
To match with
Tamron 17-70 or sigma trio for video?
17-70 because of the stabilization
Have you been testing the macro feature in the lens?
not yet but stay tuned
hey jake if you use the tamron lens on full frame, can u use it in full frame mode or does it automatically crop into cuper 35 mode?
It will automatically crop in
@@JakeSloan can u use it without cropping in??
I want to sell my sigma 16 mm f1.4 and sony 18-105 f4, n choose this lens for the fututre use
I had a sigma 16 and its great but the versatility of this lens is so much better
What's that fancy lens cap?
Looks like a polar pro defender
It's from polar pro and comes with their variable ND Filter
Hello, the lense #good for a6000
very good!
for real state 17-70 or 10-18 sony ?
10-18 for sure