The photography industry is in a transition period. Stalwart SLR makers Canon and Nikon are finally embracing mirrorless technology whole hog with their respective R and Z systems. But there are a lot of photographers still happily working with a full-frame SLR, whether it be the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV or Nikon D850. The Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD ($899) is a wide-angle prime lens, available for either system, that delivers exceptional image quality at about half the price of first-party options. It's a better performer than the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art, which has long been our favorite affordable 35mm f/1.4, and earns our Editors' Choice. Basic Black The SP 35mm f/1.4 isn't a flashy lens. It's finished in matte black, with a modest silver accent ring at its base. It measures 4.1 by 3.2 inches (HD), weighs 1.8 pounds, and supports 72mm front filters. It's about the same size and weight as others of its type, including the Sigma 35mm F1.4 (3.7 by 3.1 inches, 1.5 pounds), the Cano...
The Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD lens delivers exceptional image quality at a reasonable price, making it a better buy than first-party options.
Exceptional resolution; Bright aperture; Available for Canon and Nikon SLRs; Mirrorless compatibility with adapter; Splash; resistance and fluorine protection
Vignette at wide apertures; Not stabilized