18-50mm lenses

[bnorm27]

First off, Jimbobjimbo, great pics. You may have just sold the lens for Tamron! Plus, I like the Tamron 6 year warranty vs. the 3 year Sigma. I have another Tamron lens, and am very happy with it.

Jfinke, I agree that the extra $$$ for IS or for a Canon equivalent in general is not worth it. I like the faster lenses. Since I purchased my 70-200 f2.8 I am spoiled. I want more 2.8! The purchase is for much more then just Disney.

 

[jfinke]

Well, it really comes down to what you want to shoot, etc.

Do you have the nifty fifty yet? Maybe a smaller prime? But, most of them seem to be prestty expensive.

The f/4 is my first L lens, and it has spoiled me as far as being quiet and quick.

 

[bnorm27]

I do have the nifty fifty. That is my second favorite after my 70-200 f2.8.

 

[jfinke]

I hate to keep pointing out this guy, but I believe he is competent as far as Canon equipment goes.

http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Tamron-17-50mm-f-2.8-XR-Di-II-Lens-Review.aspx

Also, may want to check out these two threads:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=331860

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=209580

 

[DizzyV6P]

I have the Tamron 17-50 f/2.8 It's my bread and butter lens for everything now.

Most of the recent pics on my photo site was made w/ the Tamron....except for the wedding. That was my crappy Olympus 790....being a groomsman prevented me from carrying my dslr around

http://rwcphotography.zenfolio.com/

 

[jfinke]

Did you ever make a decision? I am looking at the tamron now.

 

[broberts]

Does anyone have the Sigma 18-50 f/2.8? I am thinking about getting this lens. I was debating between it and the Sigma 24-70 f/2.8, but I think the extra 6mm might come in handy. Not to mention that the 18-50 is with the HSM and the 24-70 that I am looking at would be the non-HSM model. Any preferences of one over the other?

Such a quandary.


Thanks in advance.

 

[Photoguy]

I'm looking at buying a Tamron 17-50, and I find I usually shoot everything with a pretty wide angle so for me the extra 6mm would be a big deal. My last camera was a Canon S3 IS with a 12x optical zoom (I think it was 12). I specifically bought the camera for the zoom and then realized I was shooting everything with a wide angle anyway. So it really comes down to how you shoot. I have read many positive reviews of the 18-50 though.

 

[NostalgicDad]

Does anyone have the Sigma 18-50 f/2.8? I am thinking about getting this lens. I was debating between it and the Sigma 24-70 f/2.8, but I think the extra 6mm might come in handy. Not to mention that the 18-50 is with the HSM and the 24-70 that I am looking at would be the non-HSM model. Any preferences of one over the other?

Such a quandary.


Thanks in advance.

I've had the Siggy 18-50 f/2.8 for more than 2 years now. It's easily my most used lens for regular outings. I've been quite pleased with the quality and sharpness of my copy. I did have to send it in for repair late last year but their warranty service was top notch and I had it back in 7 days, and in better shape than when I sent it in. I say you will not be disappointed with it.

 

[broberts]

Thanks for the responses. I went ahead and ordered the Sigma. They seem to be pretty close and for $379, it was hard to beat.

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

HI

I'm looking to purchase a new lens before our next trip. My Nifty Fifty (1.8)met it's demise at DHS

Yup, didn't smash. It popped right open!

I was originally going to just get the same lens again because I do use it frequently and obviously need it for low light situations. But I'm wondering if it's worth it to trade the aperature opening for something with a little more range.

Any thoughts (besides NOT dropping my lens again- at least it wasn't the Tokina 11-16 rental I had!!!)

 

[Frantasmic]

I am about to purchase the Tamron lens.

I have been researching for 4-5 months. I settled on this after viewing pictures posted at the Canon forums for each lens. I was almost convinced to get the Canon 24mm f2.8 as it provides sharp pictures, but everyone seems to be out of it right now.

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

I am about to purchase the Tamron lens.

I have been researching for 4-5 months. I settled on this after viewing pictures posted at the Canon forums for each lens. I was almost convinced to get the Canon 24mm f2.8 as it provides sharp pictures, but everyone seems to be out of it right now.

Any links to the pics you've seen??? Thanks

 

[aeryn]

I have the Tamron 17-50 for my Canon 40D and I love it. I also have the nifty 50 and for walking around the parks, I generally use the Tamron.

On the other hand, I just got a Canon 10-22 and it hasn't been off my camera in a month It may be my new favorite walkaround...

 

[Shutterbug]

I went into the camera store to buy the Sigma but left with the Tamron and here is why:

They had 3(I think) of the Sigma. During my focus test, they all had front or back focusing issues. Another words each of this Sigma lens had either focused to the front or the back of where I was pointing the lens.
Even the camera store owner agreed and said he was going to call Sigma about them.

The Tamron they had focused spot on. The test pics I took were very sharp.

The only thing I didnt like about the Tamron was that it zooms in and out opposite of what the regular Canon lens do.

You turn it clockwise to zoom in. Canons turn counter clockwise. I get confused when I switch back and forth often between the Tamron and my Canon 70-200. Though its worth it because of the Tarmon's sharp pics.

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

Thanks all!!! Keep the advice coming!!!!!

 

[Frantasmic]

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=209580

Here's nearly 4 years worth of photos with the Tamron (non-VC).

 

[jann1033]

the tamron is great. sharp and imo very useful. i probably use it most of all my lenses

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

Thanks again! and thanks for the links Frantasmic!

Do most people find that this lens is a useful walk-around lens? I really want a new lens that will fit this purpose but bottom line, at WDW, you need a relatively fast lens when there are so many low light situations. I had a fantastic experience renting the Tokina last trip but I'm paranoid to rent again after the boo boo

 

[bob100]

Thanks again! and thanks for the links Frantasmic!

Do most people find that this lens is a useful walk-around lens? I really want a new lens that will fit this purpose but bottom line, at WDW, you need a relatively fast lens when there are so many low light situations. I had a fantastic experience renting the Tokina last trip but I'm paranoid to rent again after the boo boo

I use a Tamron 17-50 2.8 (non-vc) for a "walk around" lens. I think it's better than the 18-55IS kit lens.