Focuses fast and image stabilization works well. I compared the IQ to the Canon 70-200 f4 L and it was close -- very close. A drawback is buying it from OneCall that won't accept returns if opened.

Fast / accurate auto-focus; Image quality; Nice Bokeh; Strong Construction

No Macro

Unlike the somewhat basic affair that is the Tamron AF 70-300mm Macro , the new Tamron SP 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di VC USD has all the latest bells and whistles, or at least their high-tech, optical equivalents.

At first glance you could be mistaken for thinking this was a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens. Its length and chunkiness make it seem very similar to Canon and Nikon's shorter telephotos. This optic, however, has an added 100mm zoom, making it an ideal choice for any keen nature or sports photographer on a...

Bought this lens a while ago, my daughter doing a Natural History degree at Falmouth - 'forgot' to give it back when she went back after summer holiday as she needed to have a long reach lens for the course in her bag at all times.

Great Picture Quality; Lightweight; Simple Controls

The 70-300mm lens from Tamron offers a lot of zoom in a reasonably priced lens, delivering sharp images.

Near-silent autofocus; Very good image stabilisation; Sharp images at shorter focal lengths (70-150mm

Zoom movement is very firm; Unattractive bokeh

Have had this lens about a month and overall I'm quite satisfied. Images are sharp as a tack through all zoom ranges (may drop off slightly at max but not objectionable). Image stabilization is excellent and is better than I expected. Overall operation is smooth and quiet.

Consistent Output; Easily Interchangeable; Fast / accurate auto-focus

Heavy

Fabulous lens. From beginner to advance this lens should be in everyone's camera bag!!! This lens is on my camera all the time. The zoom is great, and for everyday photos this lens is for all occasions.

This is a highly recommended lens for a TELEPHOTO user under a budget .I really like its results and its VR is quite impressive. TAMRON has built a QUALITY PRODUCT !!!

The Tamron SP AF 70-300mm F/4-5,6 Di VC USD (for Canon Digital SLR) Lens is carefully constructed with 17 elements in 12 different groups to give you perfect pictures. The size and weight is not much, which makes it convenient to carry around. Overall, it is a good buy at the price.

The Tamron SP AF 70-300mm F/4-5,6 Di VC USD (for Canon Digital SLR) Lens is carefully constructed with 17 elements in 12 different groups to give you perfect pictures. The size and weight is not much, which makes it convenient to carry around. Overall, it is a good buy at the price.