Tamron 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD Review
The 70-200mm zoom is the go-to lens for many an event photographer, but f/2.8 versions can cost more than $2,000. Tamron's low-cost take on the telezoom, the 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD ($799), zooms slightly longer and costs a lot less, but gets there by halving the light-gathering capability. It delivers excellent image quality and a tried-and-true zoom range for the price. Event photographers and other pros shouldn't will be better served with an f/2.8 zoom, but enthusiasts will be very happy, and for that the lens earns our Editors' Choice.
A Long and Light Design
The 70-210mm ($599.00 at Amazon) is a long, skinny lens. It measures 6.9 by 3.0 inches (HD), weighs just 1.9 pounds, and supports 67mm front filters. The zoom design is internal, so the lens never gets longer or shorter when adjusting the focal length. Tamron sells the 70-210mm for Canon EF and Nikon F SLRs. It is compatible with APS-C (DX in Nikon speak) and full-frame (FX) sensors. Both Canon and Nikon have their own 70...
The Tamron 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD is a light, compact telezoom lens that delivers a ton of value.
Light, compact build; Internal zoom; 1:3 macro reproduction; Crisp optics; Image stabilization; Dust and splash resistant; Fluorine protection; Optional tripod collar available; Teleconverter compatibility
Image quality dips at maximum zoom; Some distortion and vignetting; Manual focus ring omits rubberized grip