Tamron SP 180mm f/3.5 Di LD Macro : Specifications and Opinions

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PaoloTrack

sent on 24 Agosto 2021

Pros: Price ( new I think now difficult to find, you can find a good used with Canon attachment at a reasonable price ), weight, does not have the MF of an IRIX Dragonfly but good ergonomics despite the age of the project.

Cons: I am not yet able to give a complete evaluation because I have recently withdrawn the optics and carried out the first tests in non-ideal light conditions.

Opinion: Given this opinion for the particularity of the whole (lens, adapter, camera body) I hope in the coming weeks to be able to leave photos. I did an outdoor test with clouds affecting lights and ISO values. I can say that everything works and give an acceptable to the quality of the shots for the problem of the lights that I mentioned before. The idea is to adapt to the macro in itinere, even through the crop at 26 megapixels, with good results and without the pretense you fully endure the resolution of sony. The hardware set up: (Tamron SP 180mm f/3.5 Di LD Macro "Canon" + Sigma MC 11 Firmware Ver. 1.37 + Sony a7RIV). Why did I buy the Tamron 180 and not the Sigma 105 DG DN Art or rather the Sony FE 90, why I have not adapted a Canon 180 ? The underlying reason is the same that pushes you to photograph, the next light, the next subject, the curiosity to experiment. The focal "180" for the working distance and the possibility of photographing elusive insects, I do not know lenses of the same range with Sony E mount, I discarded the Canon 180 for the price and uncertainty about compatibility. In assembling the set you feel the flow of contacts, less fluid than the assembly of an original bayonet, everything happens without damage if you use normal caution. The Sony through the Sigma MC11 recognizes the Tamron and correctly reports the Exif with apertures, focal, focal crop, ISO, etc.etc. Corrected the aperture priority check. No blockages that force you to remove the battery. It is a Macro lens in this case "adapted" to be used in MF. I also shot in Single AF (Flexible Spot) - Very slow, often does not hook, you have to approach with the MF and then switch back to AF. Other modes / AFC, very slow / not usable.

Mistert1024

sent on 25 Giugno 2017

Pros: Ergonomics, sharpness even at TA, blurry, overall image quality

Cons: Slow AF

Opinion: I have been doing this for almost 8 years: I have used it for many years on various Canon machines and I continue to use it now on a Sony system with adapter. What surprises me is the incredible resolution of this lens on the 42Mpx sensor of the A7R II, as opposed to the DXO test. I did not find this feature on any other optics I've had. The bokeh is very soft and has nothing to envy to much more expensive optics. I find the ergonomics excellent, and the focus ring has a very large, knurled handle that allows extremely precise focus adjustments.

Simonespe

sent on 03 Settembre 2016

Pros: Price, sharpness, mafia ring

Cons: Af slow

Opinion: I have used a number of macro optics and I can say that this lens has an unimportant price ratio. Rn I've been using it for almost two years now. Two intense macro seasons on stand, used in many light conditions. Medium-to-high aperture sharpness, as well as any macro optics. What impressed me on this lens is the quality of the mafia ring, big and well frustrated ..... for a quick and accurate maf. It is a specific optic and is not recommended for other areas by the AF engine Definitely slow.rn As far as I'm concerned, two years of great satisfactions ... a purchase that I re-opened my eyes.rnrn

Juza

sent on 03 Maggio 2016

Pros: sharpness, value for money, working distance, separation from the background

Cons: af slow, not weather sealed

Opinion: I use it for about a year (before I had the Canon 180 Macro L) and I'm very satisfied ... the image quality has nothing to envy to the Canon; f / 5.6 on it is crystal clear, and the most used in the macro diaphragms (f / 8, f / 11) is perfect. The long focal length allows you to have a great working distance and good bokeh; despite being a 180mm it is fairly light and compact (compared to the equivalent of other brands). Other advantages of this objective are the tripod ring, which allows you to quickly switch from horizontal to vertical shots, and the possibility of having the aperture ring: the Nikon version is equipped as the dial to adjust 'manually' the diaphragm, this feature it is very important for those who use it with adapters because it allows to use adapters of electronic lacking and without compatibility problems. I use it on Sony (version Nikon + adapter) and it works perfectly, while the Canon (which required a class tatore more sophisticated) had frequent problems. The only 'defects' I can mention are the lack of weather sealing and slow AF, but in macro photography is not important, since it always works in manual focus. In my opinion it is currently the best macro lens you can buy, if you take into account del'ottimo quality / price ratio!

Daniele Agosto

sent on 12 Marzo 2016

Pros: Excellent clarity, good focus, construction and good materials, smooth manual focus ring, possibility 'filter rotation even with lens hood, great price.

Cons: Lack autofocus limiter

Opinion: Good buy !!!!! For macro enthusiasts definitely recommended given the quality 'general and the great price !!! Mounted on aps-c provides a good working distance even by those most' difficult parts ... and all in all not so heavy !!! so for those looking for a macro lens that Tamron 180mm and 'must-evaluate and buy ..... !!!!

Nicola Friargiu

sent on 15 Febbraio 2013

Pros: costruito.rnassemblato very carefully in all its parti.rnè very solido.rnL 'lens is equipped with the FEC "filter effect control". RNLA ring focus is very precise in his movements, and without much friction ridges of any kind and presa.rnLa with excellent image quality is excellent and uniform both at the center than at the edges at all diaframmi.rnMolto versatile.rnOttimo contrast in immagini.rnottimo ratio quality / price.

Cons: The autofocus system is ultrasonic and has no full manual focus, but it's a forgivable since all macro lenses would be better to use them in MF.rn

Opinion: The Tamron 180mm can say that it is well costruito.La most of the structure is made with polycarbonates of good quality and is assembled with care in all its parts, is very solid even if not realized in metallo.L 'lens is equipped with the FEC "filter effect control". This system allows to ring to rotate a filter screw circulate even with the lens hood montato.rnLa ring focus is very precise in his movements, well-friction and without yokes of any type and with excellent presa.rnLa image quality is excellent and uniform is at the center than at the edges at all diaframmi.rnMolto versatile, from experience I can say that can be used with good results in different genres fotografici.rnIl ultrasonic autofocus system is not and does not have full manual focus, but it's a forgivable since all macro lenses would be better to use them in MF.rnOttimo value for money.

Alessio84

sent on 06 Gennaio 2013

Pros: Great lens! very sharp! boken nice! Focusing ring very precise! Collar and hood included. The overall build quality seems very good.

Cons: As already highlighted, lacks ultrasonic motor and is not tropicalized.

Opinion: Opinion positive lens now stracollaudata. I find the lens boken pleasing as well as the contrast AF is not fast setirete and lack the ring of MAF is really good. The absence of the stabilizer is not a problem so long Asthe a lens in the macro can only be used on a tripod even more so when used on APS-C. It has everything you need to make the highest Macro livelli.Non can only be satisfied with this lens even if I could go back I would do the same purchase.

Sabbiavincent

sent on 17 Dicembre 2012

Pros: Cost, image quality, outer ring for rotary filter, good for polarizers

Cons: ultrasonic motor does not

Opinion: Using this lens with great satisfaction for some years. The definition is great, as its value for money. The f is its main flaw, but it is not so lento.rnSi is used at a good price in good condizioni.rnUsato also improperly everyday use, not disfigured with the lens aperture ring on canon.rnConcordo MAF precise and smooth . rnTornassi back the ricomprerei? rnSì, is a Mr. MACRO

Ivan.pirina

sent on 25 Agosto 2012

Pros: Value for money, sharpness, bokeh.

Cons: Absence of stabilizer, AF.

Opinion: Surely the lens of "long" for macro with the best value for money. The images are superb, both at the center than at the edges and at all apertures, even if TA is in a soft hair. Excellent contrast and, with the lens hood attached, you can work without any problem even in backlight. Low vignetting at RT and non-existent at f / 5.6 and excellent quality of the bokeh. Being made of polycarbonate and metal may be less resistant, but certainly will not have the problem of scratches due to possible use in environments "challenging". Ring focus wide and very precise and possibility of using a polarizer also with the lens hood mounted, thanks to a second rotatable ring, are other strengths of this lens. The only flaws are given by the absence of the stabilizer (only useful for shooting handheld) and dall'AF (almost useless these goals) ... so in my opinion, relatively minor flaws. In conclusion, I would recommend everyone to purchase this perspective, as long as it is to be used only for macro-photography.

Simone

sent on 10 Ottobre 2011

Pros: Excellent image quality.

Cons: Lack of an ultrasonic AF.

Opinion: I find that this lens has a very good value for money. It has a high image quality, like macro objectives of the same focal length. It has a focus ring kelp wide and very very precise, very smooth. Perhaps the only its two flaws are the tightness of a metal construction, because it has a hull polycarbonate, which makes it even more solid, however, even if it is constructed with great care and an ultrasonic af, although in latter ' If it does not matter to me as shooting macro photos only with the manual focus. That said, I can only advise quest optics.