In the Field With the Tamron 50-400mm for Nikon

[@Ben_Stewart]

I think I would choose this lens over the 28-400. Looking for an all-rounder.

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

I'll do a longer video talking about the Nikon 28-400mm and 100-400 and the Tamron 50-400mm, but in my opinion, the Tamron 50-400mm is a pretty solid lens. It just *feels* better than the 28-400mm and faster as well. If using it as the only lens, I'd get a touch worried that 50mm might not be wide enough. When I used the 28-400mm I never felt like I couldn't get a wide enough focal length, I had a couple of cases with the 50-400mm, I felt just a bit cramped at 50mm. With that said, pair the 50-400 with a 14-30 or a 24-70 and you have a super nice two lens kit. Longer video on the topic coming in a few weeks!

[@ken9576]

If this was out before I bought the 28-400mm I would have gone this route

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

@@ken9576 Yeah, for the same price you get a pretty nice lens and only lose a bit off the wide end of things compared to the 28-400. The 28-400 size and weight is nice, I've been able to get some good pictures with it! So it has its place!

[@hishamosman4341]

This lens is far cheaper then Nikon's 100-400 and slightly lighter too. I think this Tamron is a good compromise for what it offers. I'm eyeing their 35-150 especially. Thank you for your input Sir!

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

It was very nice to see an option come in for this focal length slot. I've been impressed with it so far and agree that it is a good compromise for what it offers.

[@jonreed1905]

Great review of the usability of the lens. The super technical is as you mentioned, nit-picking. Knowing if it is a good purchase for general usage is helpful in the decision-making process for a purchase. You tested in the only place in Ohio I miss...

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

Cedar Falls is my favorite in the park! Yep - I'm always most interested in how the lens works in practice. I was pretty happy after this first outing with the lens. I am thinking it is a great option for people wanting a more affordable way into that 100-400 focal length in the Nikon world - just need to get some more time with the lens in the next week or two!

[@jonreed1905]

@@JeffreyTadlockPhotography I also noted and like your screensaver of the Superstition Mountains from what looks like a view from Lost Dutchman SP. It's amazing how the Arizona skies light up the area. I just got back from a trip through that area.

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

@@jonreed1905 With all my Arizona trips last year, I really became enamored with the Lost Dutchman area and the Superstitions in general. Did lots of exploring out there on my trips! Hard to beat Arizona!

[@DonDickinson-o9o]

Did I miss a video about the FLM GE-63 geared head? That's a heckuva nice mount. Sorry... back to the Tamron 50-400... 😄

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

Haven't missed it! That video is in the works - most likely next week's video, maybe the following week, but coming soon!