this was a great bargin. slightly used, but looks brand new and came with uv filter and lens pouch. Works as advertized with my Nikon D3100. Best versital lens at half the price of a Nikon.

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Consistent Output; Durable; Fast / accurate auto-focus

None yet Over 1000 shot

I've used this lens for the first 1000 shots with my Nikon D-90 on a work tour through Indiana. It performed very well and consistently in so may different lighting conditions. It is very versatile.

Consistent Output; Durable; Easily Interchangeable; Has a lens Lock; Lightweight; Quick Focus; Rugged; Sharp Focus

Lens Creep

I brought this lens for Pentax k-m. It now works as Tamron 18-200mm VC since k-m has a in-camera VC. I am using the internal flash less often for natural lighting and slow shatter speed. The max aperture at tele-end is slow but I don't care since I can hand hold it with in-camera VC up to 1/15s.

Very contrasty and sharp; Solid constuction and zoom ring feels just right; (Not too light or not too heavy.

Lens zooms out when hanging the camera; Zoom lock is a must when not using

Delivery was very quick.Buy a filter to protect your investment

Easily Interchangeable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Lightweight

Its a good lens for what it cost, 18-200mm decent price range, i got it for replace kit lens, and honestly i need the IS function, its a good lens, but i need to work on my pulse. Be aware of this before buy it, if your not too good with your pulse and manual focus, with this lens you will learn.

I had the Canon 72 mm 19-200 and it has completely locked up on me. I replaced it with this lens. My biggest concern was losing some of the size and a possible drop off in image stabilization. I can't say I notice any real fall off anywhere.

Bought this lens for general use when I am out and about saving me from having to keep changing lenses. perfect for the job without spending a fortune.

Easily Interchangeable; Lightweight

as a beginner i too was very confused on which lens to get as my first one. then i decided to get this one and i dont regret doing so. its a very good first lens for amatures like me. maybe when you get good at photography you can jump to better quality ones with a higher price tag.

Had loads of tamron stuff over the years this lens continues the tradition of being sensational value for money with excellent versatility in a compact easy to use package.

Easy to use; Compact; Build quality