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Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 VXD VC G2 Review

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The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 VXD VC G2 is a compact and portable lens that delivers great image quality with minimal chromatic aberration. It has fast and snappy autofocus perfect for sports and street photography.

The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 VXD VC G2 is a significant improvement over the original version, with a slightly larger and heavier build. It delivers great image quality with minimal chromatic aberration and fast, snappy autofocus, making it suitable for sports and street photography.

Pros
  • Compact and portable
  • Solid build quality with weather sealing
  • Sharp image quality with minimal chromatic aberration
  • Fast and snappy autofocus
Cons
  • Slightly larger and heavier than the original version
  • No manual focus selector switch
  • A bit pricey compared to the original version and Sony G Master

The lens produces beautiful bokeh with minimal chromatic aberration and handles flare well. It is sharp throughout its length and delivers great detail and resolution across the frame, even wide open at f/2.8.

The new Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 VXD VC G2 is a significant improvement over the original version, with a slightly larger and heavier build, but the gain is a new VC image stabilization and a customizable button. It is compact and portable, weighing just 855 grams, and has a solid build quality with weather sealing. The lens is sharp throughout its length and has a short minimum focusing distance, making it versatile for close-up work. The autofocus is fast and snappy, suitable for sports and street photography. It also produces beautiful bokeh with minimal chromatic aberration. The lens handles flare well and delivers great detail and resolution across the frame, even wide open at f/2.8.

The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 VXD VC G2 is a compact and portable lens with a solid build quality and weather sealing. It is a great option for photographers looking for high-quality performance in a telephoto zoom lens.

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