I owned the previous non-VC version of this lens (272e) and was always happy with its macro optical qualities. However, I didn't care for the external focusing, I hated the push-pull AF-ON/AF-OFF mechanism, and there were times when I would have liked VC for short telephoto shots, so I sold it...

Tamron 90mm macro lens: Rebirth of a classic with a legacy of superior optical performance, enhanced VC functionality and advanced features

This is a first class lens. I use it with my Nikon D7200 and it produces very good results. I specialise in macro-photographing insects, especially dragonflies, and the quick and sharp focus produces very satisfying results.

Easily Interchangeable; Lightweight; Quick Focus; Sharp Focus; Strong Construction

I found this lens to work very well on my Nikon D750. It focuses much faster than my Nikon lens some of this might be attributed to the different type of lens. This one is a prime lens or single focal length while the Nikon lens (28-300) is a extended range zoom.

After reading reviews I finally purchased this lens, and I am super happy that I did. This lens provides quite a bit of versatility being much like a really good 90mm prime lens (for portraiture, et al) while at the same time being a great macro lens with 1:1 magnification.

As others have said, very very sharp, high contrast images, fast auto focus if a bit noisy , well built , i'd recommend a filter as you tend to forget how close your getting to the subject, 5 year warranty

I've always preferred longer focal-length macro lenses in the 90-100mm range because they give you more breathing room between the camera and skittish subjects than does standard (50/60mm) macros.

Bought this to replace a broken older model Tamron 90mm macro. Very impressed with this lens. Very sharp images, of which mostly were taken hand held. Quick, quiet focusing. Nice bokeh. Build feels solid. Haven't noticed any chromatic aberration or distortion, although not an expert on that stuff.

Easy to use; Build quality

Battery life

I purchased this product from a retailer. This lens has a amazing possibilities. Great portrait lens, Produce excellent results, In fact razor sharp images. Compared to Canon macro lens this is damn cheap too. This is the latest version of Tamron macro 90mm VC, A must have for Canon macro aspirants.

In a time when lens manufacturers, including Tamron, are pushing boundaries back, it is interesting to see Tamron introduce a new lens with the same name as the previous lens, requiring the model number to be included in references for differentiation.