Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 vs Tamron SP 150-600mm

On a full frame, a camera stop down to F 2.8 for an improvement and F 4 for bright corners. The lens is able to focus as closely as 45 centimeters the...

It's not a lot, but since the zoom ring is stiff turning the zoom ring would slightly rotate the entire lens a tiny bit. The focus distance window also seems to be completely inaccurate - I was photographing a deer about 30-40ft away, but the window was stating it was 100ft away. The soft bag it comes with protects the lens somewhat, but is more flexible than the stock Nikon bags, and that makes it more difficult to stuff the lens back in since it keeps collapsing and folding over itself. Lastly, the wide angle lock switch seems somewhat unnecessary, as the zoom ring already functions as a lens lock if you push it forward, while the switch only works at 150mm

8 lens and am blown away by how much cleaner and crisper it is than the 18-45 kit lens. Now when I edit footage I can tell the difference in lighting and video quality from the two lenses. Everything is on a tripod for what I shoot so I don't need a zoom. Should I get a Canon 24mm 2

The lens performed ok, giving me usable shots, but still seems the detail isn't quite there. I took the lens to a local dealer with an Tamron representative and they gave me tips on trying to get the best picture possible ,but even they admit the lens might have to go back. Some how I have acquired lots of dust behind the front element. looking at the side of my lens it appears my lens it cupped which could be a factor in all this

People are suggesting a 70-200 and that would be my recommendation for football or soccer, but for basketball usually you should put yourself courtside near the basket.

Bring a tripod for when you need to rest your poor arms. This beast is heavy but not terribly. It wasn't so bad for me since I was used to the 80-200mm which weighs in about 3.5lbs but *if* you haven't used a heavy lens before be prepared for some adjustments

I am using it on a EOS T5 so the camera remains lightweight. The perfect walk around set-up.

That's a big savings in weight for photographers wanting a lens that can be used in all types of weather without worry, not to mention price—the Tamron G2 is $600 less than the high-end Sigma Sports 150-600mm. The cost of front filters is less, as well, as the Tamron uses 95mm front filters while the Sigma Sports requires the larger, more expensive 105mm variety. A reversible lens hood is included.

Nice fast lens. The autofocus is a bit slow and struggles in dimlighting, but then again, can’t beat the price compared to a USM lens. I’m just starting out and it’s perfect for me.

You're kidding. The Tamron SP is better than both of these two. The Canon's only advantage is that it will have the fastest AF but only beating the Tamron by a little. The Tamron has better transmission than both, better CA control, actual 3+ axis stabilization, weather seals the Sigma can't match

That's a bit closer than the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM ($399.00 at Amazon)(Opens in a new window) , which focuses to about 18 inches.

We get some pincushion distortion and noticeably dark corners. Stop the aperture down to f/8 and those corners brighten up throughout the zoom range t...

From the moment I picked up the lens, I knew that it was a complete redesign from the old model, and it sure needed it. On the rear of the lens we now have a metallic mount, something I’m so glad to see. Moving up from the plastic mount has increased it’s weight slightly, but also hugely increases the longevity of this lens. On the front we’ve now got a 49mm filter thread, which is even smaller than the old 52mm thread

Excellent lens. Coming from Canon L lenses and Nikon lenses, I am very pleased with the build quality and sharpness of this lens. Optically I have no complaints. It is sharp at all zoom ranges