Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Review
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The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 for X-Mount is a much-needed lens for the Fujifilm X Mount. It is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry around. However, it lacks some controls that other similar lenses offer and does not have image stabilization built into the lens.
The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 for X-Mount is a significant addition to the Fujifilm X Mount, as there are not many options for auto-focusing ultra-wide zoom lenses in this category. However, it lacks some controls like autofocus/manual focus switch and image stabilization, which might be a consideration for some users.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Good sharpness and detail
- Snappy focusing for close-up shots
Cons
- Lacks controls like autofocus/manual focus switch and image stabilization
- Sloppy manual focus
- Soft corners at 20mm
The lens allows for close-up shots and has snappy focusing from close range to infinity, making it suitable for video work. However, it does have a fair bit of breathing, which might affect the focus for some users.
The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 for X-Mount is a significant addition to the Fujifilm X Mount, as there are not many options for auto-focusing ultra-wide zoom lenses in this category. The lens is lightweight at 335 grams and comes with 67mm threads, making it easy to carry around. However, it lacks controls like autofocus/manual focus switch, no aperturing, and no image stabilization built into the lens, which might be a consideration for unstabilized Fuji bodies. Additionally, the manual focus feels sloppy, and there's no quick way to switch between autofocus and manual focus. On the positive side, the lens allows for close-up shots and has snappy focusing from close range to infinity, making it suitable for video work. However, it does have a fair bit of breathing, which might affect the focus for some users. When it comes to image quality, the lens performs well in terms of sharpness, with good detail and contrast in the center, and consistent performance at both 11mm and 20mm. However, it lacks image stabilization, and the corners at 20mm are a bit soft, with some mushiness. Overall, the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a capable lens for the price, but it does have some drawbacks compared to other similar options.
The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a capable lens for the price, but it does have some drawbacks compared to other similar options.
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