Tamron AF 55-200mm F/4.0-5.6 Di-II LD Macro Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
- Telezoom lens designed exclusively for Canon Digital SLR cameras with smaller-size imagers
- Nine-blade diaphragm construction for natural out-of-focus effect
- 37.4-inch minimum focusing distance for 3.5x macro capability over entire zoom range
- Low-dispersion lens elements reduces chromatic aberation for sharper images
- Lightwight and compact design weighing a mere 10.4-ounces
Product Description
The new telephoto zoom from Tamron, designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras, is ideal for anyone who wants to capture truly dynamic telephoto images. It goes far beyond the capabilities of the standard zoom that comes with a digital SLR camera. Ideal for photos of family fun, sport events, scenery, and portraiture, the lens naturally creates a out-of-focus background that emphasizes the main subject of your photo…. More >>
Tamron AF 55-200mm F/4.0-5.6 Di-II LD Macro Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
I purchased this lens a year or two ago for my Rebel XTI because I wanted something that would fill in that small gap between my 18-55 and 70-300, I sometimes wanted something but neither lens would do. This fits the bill pretty well. I originally got this for those times when I was watching my kids play soccer and they were too close to me to use the 70-300. It does just okay for this. The auto focus can be a bit slower than my others so you have to allow for that. It’s also a little bit more noisy, but eh. Doesn’t matter.
What I use this lens for the most, however, is indoor shots. I am no where near a pro photographer. I like to play and my subjects are usually my children (who run away if they seem with a camera). So, I tend to sit back and use zoom a lot to get what I want. This lens spectrum covers well in an indoor setting and the quality of the detail is amazing for the price I paid. I’d recommend for folks to pick this one up – and give the Tamron brand a chance. I was worried at first because I have a CANON camera that I’d only use CANON lenses, but this is a fabulous lens for what we use it for.
Rating: 4 / 5
I own a Canon Digital Rebel XT 8MP, and I’ve had it for 3 1/2 years. I thought it’s time to get a 2nd lens, since I have a 300mm lens for my 35mm Rebel, but not for my Digital Rebel.
I figured I’d give this one a chance, due to the price and features. I think this slightly smaller lens is a better choice, for me, because of the smaller size. And, unlike a 35mm camera, it’s a lot easier to crop digital pictures.
I am pleased with the lens. I believe the picture quality is exactly what I expected or better. I do think it’s a little slow when it’s far out of focus, but it’s quick enough when it’s just a little out of focus. I don’t plan on using the lens everyday, but for the money and features, it’s worth it.
Rating: 5 / 5
So far I am very please with this lens.I like the smooth operation and the picture quality.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am just a debutant photo amateur but I was looking for a not pricy telephoto zoom mainly for portraits and bumped into this option. Basically all critiques are good, nice image quality, good color rendering the only downside is the slow and noisy AF. It is a real good deal for a beginner on a budget.
Rating: 4 / 5
I originally bought this lens in order to have a zoom along with my 18-55mm kit lens for my Rebel Xti. Overall the build quality of this lens is very nice. It comes with a lens hood which is great because Canon usually charges you around $30 extra dollars for a lens hood. The only bad thing about this lens is the autofocus speed. I have often tried to use this lens for sports photography and have really been disappointed. It often takes a while for the lens to focus on hat you want it to. In low light the autofocus is completely unusable. Sometimes at the last second the camera will focus on something else and all I get are some blurry action shots with the background in focus and the event completely blurry. Overall I would recommend this lens for a person that wants to increase their lens capabilities to a mid-range zoom and whose budget is somewhat lower. If you’re really looking for a lens more suited for sports photography you’re not going to find anything at such a low price. But the price you pay an the quality you get is impressive. This was my first experience with Tamron and I will continue to buy their products in the future.
Rating: 3 / 5