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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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.

This is the newly updated lens which features quite a few improvements over the previous version. Tamron improved the build, added weather sealing, a faster quieter USD lens motor and their well known VC (vibration correction) which gives Canon and Nikon users in lens stabilisation.

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

Tamron's 90mm macro lenses have been held in high regard by photographers for many years and the company has updated them regularly, the most recent in September 2012. While the new lens has been designed primarily for 'full frame' DSLRs, as a 'Di'  lens it is also usable on cameras with APS-C sized...

You want an affordable macro lens that delivers sharp images at mid-range aperture settings; You require built-in image stabilisation; You want a lens that requires no readjustment when you fit filters; You'd like a lens that delivers attractive bokeh.

You need a general-purpose lens, You're not prepared to use a tripod for critical macro work; Don't buy this lens if, You need a general-purpose lens, You're not prepared to use a tripod for critical macro work

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

Amazing quick lens, super sharp images and great for Macro as well as Portrait work.Lovely Bokeh can be had with this lens.

Great Picture Quality; Lightweight

Slow Af In Low Light

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 (...