Just got this beauty, and man is it made like a tank, less weighty and almost the same length as the latest canon 70-200 f2.8 IS II). Sharpness is excellent, and better than my old Canon 70-200 f2.8 IS (the original). High contrast images and very fast focusing. Creamy bokeh.

excellent performance; high quality build,super VC; great price

heavy

I have choosen the Tamron 70-200/2.8 VC because at my workplace we use the same and I was impressed by its performance and durability. We use it as workhorse and its still working- but the zoom rings rubber got expanded so its not wheater sealed for now and not very sexy.

Pretty fast and accurate AF; good built quality; very nice iq; damn good stabilization; not that pricey

Built quality not as good as Canon 70-200/2.8 also the AF slower (not significantly); zoom ring and mf ring reversed; hard to use with reversed hood

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a second-generation telephoto zoom lens for Canon and Nikon full-frame DSLR cameras. This compact lens features a constant aperture of f/2.8 throughout the range, improved Vibration Compensation (VC) technology, a shorter minimum focus distance of 0.95m,...

At launch, the SP70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a significantly higher price tag than its predecessor, which cost more than the unstabilised lens that preceded it. Whether that's justified will depend on the value you place upon the improvements in the latest model.

Designed for users of full frame Nikon and Canon cameras, the Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens is a new, upgraded optic with moisture and dust resistance, faster AF and improved 5 stop VC (Vibration Compensation).

For the money, the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a really solid telezoom. It's a tough lens that can be used in any sort of weather, and delivers images with superb sharpness through most of its range.

Excellent resolution through most of range; Optical stabilization system; Bright f/2.8 aperture; Sturdy build quality; Teleconverter compatibility; Integrated tripod collar; Available for Canon and Nikon cameras; Affordable

Weak flare resistance; Dimmed corners; Sharpness drops off at 200mm; Toggle switches prone to inadvertent changes

One lens that should be in the arsenal of every photographer is a moderate telephoto zoom like a 70-200mm. Lenses in this category offer a great compromise between power, mobility, and versatility.

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a telephoto zoom for Canon and Nikon DSLRs featuring a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture, optical image stabilisation, and ultrasonic autofocus. This weather-resistant lens works on both full-frame and crop-sensor (APS-C/DX) cameras, and costs £1350.

Excellent optics; Effective image stabilisation; Weather-sealed construction

Slightly soft at 70mm and f/2.8; Zoom ring not quite as smooth and precise as pricier alternatives

Beautifully built, tactile feel in the hands is excellent, sharp, great resolution and colour rendition, and thoutful integration of Arca Swiss compatible tripod mounting plate.Only criticism is that the vibration control and autofocus buttons sit slightly proud of the main barrel of the lens and...

Tamron was first. Many of us had long-wanted a 24-70mm lens with both an f/2.8 aperture and image stabilization, but until the Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Lens was introduced in 2012, we had to choose one or the other.