Well, the new Tamron SP 90mm F/2.8 Di VC USD 1:1 Macro gives me my favorite macro focal length, plus adds Tamron's proprietary image stabilization: Vibration Compensation, or VC. And I get all that in a lens designed for a full-frame D-SLR, in this case my Nikon D600.

Extremely sharp even when used at its maximum aperture, the Tamron SP 90mm F2.8 Di VC USD Macro 1:1 is one of the best macro lenses on the market, comfortably outperforming its legendary predecessor with the same focal length.

Introduced in late 2012, the Tamron SP 90mm f2.8 Di VC USD Macro , ( compare prices ) ( review ) is Tamron's latest macro lens. Numerous changes have been made to earlier version of the lens and these include the addition of optical stabilization (VC = vibration control), an ultrasonic drive motor (...

Handling and features Tamron's 90mm Macro lenses have earned an enviable reputation for optical quality and value for money over the years. With this new 90mm Macro optic, Tamron have brought their 90mm up to date with the latest technology by incorporating Vibration Compensation, silent internal...

I bought this lens to help analyze product problems. Used on a D300, almost always on a tripod and frequently in locations requiring additional lighting (two Nikon Speedlights, reflectors.) Image authentication is almost always turned on. The results exceeded my expectations.

Consistent Output; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Nice Bokeh; Smooth Focus

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I'm work in photography but consider my personal work amateur at best. I decided the kit lens I was using wasn't cutting it and started researching macro lenses for floral and insect shots. Initially I was set on the 60mm f2.0 but I'm glad I opted for this one.

Consistent Output; Durable; Lightweight; Nice Bokeh

Poor in Low Light; Slow Focus; Tough To Attach

I purchased this lens to use with my Sony A57 (16.1 megapixel APS-C, 1.5x crop). I have three other Tamron SP lenses (A16, A005 and B01) and chose them because I felt their image quality was as good, maybe even better than the comparable Sony or Sigma lenses.

solid build; good fit & finish; very sharp at f/2.8-f/3.1 and tack sharp at f/3.5-f/16; no lateral chromatic aberration; no distortion; IF; quiet af; no front/back focus issues; smooth focus ring; moisture resistant; 6 yr warranty

a-mount connector a bit loose; sharpness declines after f/16; minor bokeh fringing from f/2.8-f/7.1; minor vignetting from f/2.8-f/3.5; lens flair; Sony version lacks VC; AF slower than expected; no case/pouch

The lense is exactly what I expected it to be. I had previously taken some test shots with the lense at a local camera store. The lense is very quiet and produces crystal images. I'm a novice, but I've had success using the lense to take portraits. I'm very happy with this lense so far.

Tamron's 90mm Macro lenses have earned an enviable reputation for optical quality and value for money over the years. With this new 90mm Macro optic, Tamron have brought their 90mm up to date with the latest technology by incorporating Vibration Compensation, silent internal focusing with full time...

Excellent sharpness throughout the range in the centre; Handy Vibration Compensation system; Good build quality; Moisture resistant construction; Low distortion and CAs

Suggested retail price is almost twice that of equivalent lenses from rivals

Although the line-up of Tamron lenses is pretty modest, the users are usually very happy with them. The Tamron SP AF 60 mm f/2.0 Di II LD (IF) Macro 1:1 is a great example – it is not only optically brilliant but pretty fast for a macro lens too.

modest accessory kit; vignetting on full frame could have been lower