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Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD Review

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The Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD has a versatile focal length which pairs nicely with other lenses. It has a good build quality and focuses quickly. However, it shows some softness in the corners at certain focal lengths and apertures.

The Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD is a versatile lens that pairs nicely with other lenses. It has a solid build quality and focuses quickly using voice coil linear Motors. It is lightweight and great for video work.

Pros
  • Versatile focal length
  • Good build quality
  • Fast autofocus
Cons
  • Softness in corners at certain focal lengths and apertures
  • Not impressive sun stars
  • Onion ring effects in the bokeh

The lens shows some softness in the corners at certain focal lengths and apertures, which may be a concern for some users.

The Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD is a versatile lens with a focal length that pairs nicely with other lenses. It has a solid build quality and quickly focuses using voice coil linear Motors. The lens is lightweight and is great for video work, offering a nice ultra wide look. However, there are some drawbacks to consider. The lens shows some softness in the corners at certain focal lengths and apertures, which may be a concern for some users. Additionally, it does not produce impressive sun stars and there are some onion ring effects in the bokeh. Overall, this lens offers good value for its price range and would be a good purchase for those who want to avoid having multiple lenses to cover the same focal lengths, but it may not be the best option for those looking for top-tier optical performance.

Overall, this lens offers good value for its price range and would be a good purchase for those who want to avoid having multiple lenses to cover the same focal lengths.

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