Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8 Wedding Review with Full Day Behind the Scenes

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

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[@paolenmangkhongsai2172]

Hi Taylor Jackson love your video so please can you suggest me one or two lens for all day shoot for Fujifilm x mount camera

[@nhuchhemaharjan237]

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[@todddammit4628]

I feel like Tamron specifically had wedding shooters in mind when making this lens. This is a great example of a company really understanding what their customers want, which is why it's STILL back ordered a year after its release. I also have a feeling it's the biggest reason many people are switching to Sony at the moment.

[@catalin-ap]

I sold both a Sigma 24 70 2.8 DG DN, and Tamron's then only about a year old 70-180 2.8, to get the 35-150 2-2.8 a month from release (since then being backordered in almost every country and online shop). It's a large, heavy lens (a bit smaller and lighter than a standard 70-200 2.8), but for what is does (replacing a 35mm 1.8, a 50mm, 85mm, 105mm, 135mm, and everything in-between and up to 150mm) and the sharpness, very low CA, and great AF performance it has, it's all worth it. Tamron, however, markets it as a "travel lens", but it certainly highly appeals wedding & event photographers, as well as some portait photographers (that prefer versatility, and want to have f/1.4 and f/1.2, or that stick to one or two focal lenghts). And if 35mm is not enough, you can have another body with either a small and light Tamron 20-40mm 2.8, or 17-28 2.8, or Sigma 16-28 2.8, or Sony 16-35 f4 PZ. Or even an APS-C body with the ultra-sharp and light Tamron 11-20mm 2.8 (about 16.5-30mm f/4.2 equiv. on full frame). Or, of course, a 14-24mm f/2.8, or the superb, very expensive, quite light, Sony 12-24mm f/2.8 GM. Regarding the switch to Sony, there are a (whole) lot of reasons to switch. The first enormous success was the Tamron 28-75 f/2.8 RXD, it made a lot of people to switch to using the Sony a7 III. Today, on the 24-70/28-70/75 f/2.8 range, there are no less than 7 native lenses (2 Sony, 2 Tamron, 2 Sigma, 1 Samyang) each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Compare that to 2 on L-mount (1 Panasonic, 1 Sigma), 1 on Canon RF, 2 on Nikon Z (24-70 + rebadged Tamron 28-75 G1). The 35-150 2-2.8 is not just a unique lens that has a great build quality and great image quality, but it's also extremely versatile and useful for a lot of real-life photo applications and genres.

[@setaside2]

I've been using it on both my Sony and Nikon bodies. The Megadap ETZ21 works really, really well with this lens. Currently playing with the 20-40 as a complement. So far so happy.

[@joshuachubbphotography]

This lens is part of the reason why I switched back to Sony. I do have sigma’s 24 and 85 1.4 though for if I need something wider or something brighter

[@2000sidhupunjab]

The biggest reason for astrophotographers is Sony 20mm G, for wildlife 200-600 G, for prime shooters 35 GM is arguably THE best lens ever on any mount, followed by 24 and 50mm GM's. This Tamron would have been a much bigger success than what it already is if Sony had not released the GM II 70-200, that lens is crazy light, with OSS and renders beautifully and is compatible with teleconverters. GM II is just a dream lens. I wish Tamron went with 28-135 or 24-105 (my fav lens is 24-105 G) instead of 35-150. This lens still warrants carrying a 16-35 GM or PZ.

[@Chris-ey7zy]

Just got mine. Heavy but fun to shoot with

[@frankfeng2701]

I would go as far as to say that this is the best third-party lens ever under 200mm focal length and definitely the most innovative Sony E mount lens ever. Paired with 16-35 f/2.8, it got you covered for 99% of scenarios.

[@papsny]

As a 35/85 guy. This lens is a winner! Also great for doing video. Works as a macro with an extension tube

[@jay.baumgardner]

I recently ditched my 35 and 85 for the 35-150. Best choice I've ever made. No longer have to carry a dual camera system, don't have to worry about which one is in my hands. Just one camera and lens all day. The other body just lives in my bag as a backup.

[@maggnet4829]

@Mich McGowen How is the lens random? And with f2.2 at 50mm you are far from everything is in focus, least to say at 150mm f2.8.

[@zhuzhu_pet]

@@michmcgowen619 Bad take

[@zacx6970]

@@michmcgowen619I know this was an old comment and you probably realize your mistake in this comment. 😅

[@jenlindy73]

I have this same setup and this lens hasn't left my camera since I got it in June! I'll pair it with my 17-28 Tamron for weddings on my a7iii with the 35-150 on my a7iv.

[@Meth0z]

lmao.. those kids reaaaally loved to have their pictures taken hahahaha!!

[@FrancescoPaggiaro]

Love the review Taylor, this kind of real test are gold in the youtube panorama

[@RyanKemperinOhio]

I loved going from my 24-70/70-200 combo to just this lens. I haven’t missed the extra on either end -> 35-150 is a perfect sweet spot for weddings. f2.8 on my Sony a7 iv is all I need, even in my darkest receptions. Anyone saying you have to have an f1.2 or f1.4 is lying to you and looking to flex on you…that’s all.

[@noahlar]

I love this lens! It hasn't come off my camera in months! Everything from landscape/nature to seniors!

[@pranjalsharma479]

What most photographers in my country do is shoot with a flash with f/11 to have almost everything in focus. Makes the pictures boring but the portraits are atleast shot at f/4.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Then no need to get a f2-2.8 lens :)

[@paulakotula3417]

Do you let your clients know prior to the ceremony that the black and white photos might be necessary with this particular lighting and/or are they ever disappointed with black and white (because of the back lighting)? Thank you so much for your content!!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I deliver everything in colour as well. They’re more than good enough in colour, I just prefer the back and whites

[@FrancescoPaggiaro]

so you send two folder? B&W and Color to the client? And in the b&w just some photo or you love to export all the wedding too in b&w? Thanks for the response 💪 love your content @@TaylorJacksonPhoto

[@richvi-p2o]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto Thanks for this.....I was curious also given how awful that lighting was there. Photographer's nightmare with the bare white sky in the background too.

[@wilkbor]

I'm hoping Tamron can make one of these for the Nikon Z mount at some point in the future, although I recognize at the same time this may be wishful thinking.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

They’ve already ported one lens over. Nikon would gain market percentage by allowing it to happen.

[@batmo6772]

​@@TaylorJacksonPhotowell well well

[@MAANGANI_NAGARAM_YOUTUBE]

pls explain about your vlog video set up

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

There’s a video on the channel about it

[@funkyboogiee]

do you often link focus point and spot metering in some of those lighting situations, backlighting, etc, when not using the flash?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I’m just full manual all the time since I’m usually also doing video coverage

[@davidalanmedia]

Interesting observation that there is a mist filter on when shooting at 35mm. I definitely see what you mean.

[@kendrickwong6295]

Seems more suitable for those who usually shoots more natural light? Else it should be really heavy with a mounted flash all day?

[@JGZphotography]

I got rid of all my Tamron zoom lenses. The zoom turret turn throw from W - T is opposite Canon and Sigma. Maybe Tamron zoom lenses made for left-handers?

[@topeojo]

I promised myself I wasn't going to invest in any more lenses...I guess I'm about to break that promise! Really cannot wait to add this lens in my arsenal. It's definitely one to have as it seems to cover all bases. Can easily see myself shooting an entire wedding with just this lens.

[@Kesslerlite]

Can you please explain your pov setup?

[@tessalange248]

How long did it take for everyone to get this lens? I’ve been on the waitlist since July I think

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I just ordered one that was in stock at a store in Canada. Maybe got lucky?

[@viktor928]

I love that lens…I short 45 weddings… Beach wedding ceremonies to be more exact. Fantastic❤I had it out in the rain and wind with the Sony a7 IV

[@pyroBlastM]

Afectou using this lens Taylor?

[@whiterock1865]

16:35 Why don't you CTO the flash to match the room light?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I like the separation from ungelled

[@markwildphotography]

Your works lovely man 🙌🏼 If 2.8 looked like 1.2 I’d be all over this lens 😁

[@Meth0z]

lmao.. imaging the size of a lens like this with a 1.2 aperture.. and the PRICE TAG!! geezz lol

[@markwildphotography]

@@Meth0z Hence sticking with GM primes mate, I shoot some REALLY dark venues 👍🏻

[@Rokushen]

where and how do you have your gopro situated? I see it's not on your hotshoe? great vids btw!

[@lovenoteweddingfilms]

As someone who just got this lens this week. I can't believe it took me this long to get this lens

[@gabemiranda3121]

I just got it a couple of weeks ago after waiting months for it! It's really heavy I'm not sure how I feel about it yet lol

[@jjjaspw]

@@gabemiranda3121 ive had it since it launched. Every event I have used it for has been easy. No extra weight on your body. The only other lens I carry is the 24 samyang for those group/night shots up close. Its def worth the extra heft but you'll get used to it 👍

[@kazouayang]

How long ago did you order before you got it?

[@jjjaspw]

@@kazouayang i didn't wait very long. I searched for a few hours though. Everything was sold out on the west coast when it launched so I tried different vendors out east. Are they still out of stock?

[@kazouayang]

@@jjjaspw I order from BH since August 2022 and still on backorder as of now. That's where I always order my lens.

[@znbh]

can this be adapted to nikon Z or is it only for sony E?

[@ignitedvisuals]

I'm thinking about buying this lens for wedding video. Is it good enough in low light situations at the party/ Dancing part of the reception?

[@ignitedvisuals]

Ha ha ha.. love the solo dinner setup 😂

[@jbravo70]

Looks like a nice lens, and I know focal range is different, but I would shoot with my Sony 70-200 GMii any day over this lens. It’s on another level, and I’ve tried so many lenses

[@yosefco]

Hi taylor, a question: is there any reason to prefer mechanical shutter over the electronic?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Rolling shutter performance isn’t great with electronic. I also don’t trust it in artificial lighting

[@jasongreenwood3260]

I just rented this lens...and wow! I love this lens! But you ain't kidding...it's beefy. I thought people saying this were just being whiny....but yeah, it's got some heft. Thanks Taylor!

[@hunterxhunter6957]

Do you use sony a7iv??

[@ngonzale3]

Que the prime lens outrage. This looks like a great lens. As a Fuji shooter, I so wish Sigma made a Fuji dedicated 18-35 1.8 zoom without having to use an adapter. Even then, it doesn't match the range this lens does for full-frame. Great choice and excellent images!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yah it would be interesting to see an Apsc equivalent of this. Might end up being huge though

[@lolno1474]

the 18-120 f4 is the closest match. if they made it a 2.8, it'd probably be bigger than 100-400.

[@jamessparrowphotography4960]

Taylor can you double check the presets you have for download on your Products page? I shoot very similar scenes as you for weddings, and have the exact same set up (A7IV + Tamron 35-150) but the images are vastly different in colour and texture to yours after applying your 2022 TI and especially the CL preset. The CL preset is very contrasty and turns skin orange. Yet in this video you use it and skin tones look perfect. I don't understand.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

That’s very weird. They would be exact same. I downloaded them when i did a new computer install a few weeks ago. Wonder what it could be

[@vincenttop10]

how much for a wedding project you film？

[@dasarilochan]

Hi please advise is it necessary to buy sony 50mm f1.8 if I have Tamron 35-150 for my sony alpha7 IV

[@xSam_u_el]

Quick question. If I already have all your previous presets and would like to pick up your newest addition, how would I go about it without paying for the complete collection? Have always appreciated your content and learned so much from you!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

If you bought that preset collection in the past 3 years, I just keep updating the collection with the new additions

[@xSam_u_el]

I used to be a member but canceled my subscription last year due to switching photography genres (still enjoy these videos). When I log on to your website to pickup your summer 2022 collection, it prompts me to purchase the full collection. Am I doing something wrong in this case? Thank you for your reply!

[@Rockinkid59]

hey noticed your pictures had lifted blacks but when i applied the preset they were still deep blacks. Is that something you manually did or did i download the preset wrong?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Depends on preset. TI should always be a bit faded

[@Rockinkid59]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto the preset is T1 right? From the summer 2022 pack? If so, then maybe I downloaded it wrong? On the tone curve, it’s a slight check mark shape but the blacks are at zero and so are the whites. Not sure if I did something wrong?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

@@Rockinkid59 weird that should be the right one. Try the other packs perhaps, I used to have them a lot more faded. I don’t usually do anything manually other than exposure

[@Rockinkid59]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto yeah I checked the other packs and they all are pretty faded with some exceptions. Which seems right. But I noticed this one in the video seems really out of camera-esque with the fading but when I tried it, it didn’t look close at all so I was confused. I just recently bought all the packs too haha so I’m not sure if maybe my laptop just bugged out

[@Rockinkid59]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto yea I just shut everything down and deleted the preset and added it again and it’s the same thing

[@SilatShooter]

Great event lens for sure! Took it on a trip (vacation) and while a great versatile focal range, I did find it heavier in that scenario.

[@shep64]

Love this lens. Just bought the Tamron 50-400 too. Not a fast lens but great for wildlife and outdoor sports.

[@juhaiberabdula3754]

we have the same setup sir Taylor,.THAT LENS is the only reason why i switch from canon to sony

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I think a lot of people have made the switch because of it

[@jasongreenwood3260]

I just shot an anniversary with this lens...and the one comment was "He was very unintrusive, like he wasn't even there".

[@stevensteele45]

This lens is sooooooo bad ass! I use it for everything 😂

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I even use it as a rolling pin for cooking

[@jorha02]

Really nice video and commentary and experience report. One question, when you look at the colors of this Tamron vs Sony original glass when it comes to the photos, do they look different (and if so, how?)? I really like your work, but at times I find the colors on some of the photos to be a bit "matte"/off (and I have experience with some third-party lenses which I I have also had similar problems).

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I usually make them more matte feeling with my preset. I like the tamron colours personally out of the lens tho

[@jorha02]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto Ah, ok. Thanks for responding. Keep up the good work!

[@jcastillofotos]

As a Tamron user this is my dream lens, by now i’m using 28-200 for my weedings and it’s a good lens, all in one so this is a great value for me.

[@troywalt4834]

Very interesting and very cool, but man do my arms and wrist really hurt if I would use this lens with a flash during a long period of time.

[@gerrya2133]

With all the fuss about Canon and third party lenses out there, I always stuck to Canon brand lenses anyway so it doesn't really affect me. However, this is the one and only third party lens I wish I could get. I typically love shooting at 35. So besides a 24-105 f4 not being fast enough, 24 is too wide and 105 isn't telephoto enough. 35-150 is a perfect range and 2-2.8 is a very respectable speed. Instead of a 70-200 plus having to choose between several other important lenses you have to choose from to capture the wide, you can just have this 35-150 doing 95% of the work with a specialty lens as the secondary lens. Like an 85 1.2.

[@Super01041994]

When it came to photograph in low light at reception you could see the noise pretty well, I think in those situations it’s better to have a 50/85 1.4 ,as to me even on KZbin where it’s compressed ,that noise is distracting at least to my eyes. Speedlights in the corners, on camera or 1.4 glass would help mitigate that better 🤔

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yah for sure it makes sense to have something for darker receptions. You could also do an easy noise reduction on them. I haven’t heard of any photographers getting emailed after the wedding because reception images have grain. Might be something only we really care about

[@JEDINITE30]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto A photography friend of mine (well known in my city) got blasted on her Facebook page by one of her wedding clients for grainy photos. Then people gradually stopped hiring her for weddings and events. Now all she does is portraiture. I guess it depends on the client.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Haha there’s more to the story than that.

[@JEDINITE30]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto lol perhaps you're right. I think it might be a 70/30 ratio. 30% of clients are in fact aware of picture quality, some might be into or have dabbled in photography at some point in there life. Some might say they're happy with the photos, but really aren't or they like some of them. Every now and then someone will actually go on social media to do some damage lol.

[@stevensteele45]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto His source... Trust me bro!

[@richarddufault]

I like the description of the lens flaring to be a bonus situation in weddings. Which I agree with. Just did 4 weddings in 4 days and would have loved to have that lens on one camera instead of the two cameras I had going the whole time.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yah it seems to mist filter at different points in the zoom ring. I don’t really know how to test it haha. Wide open, it feels really great

[@msturi2002]

Such a nice venue.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

It really is

[@ladmanstudiosphotography]

Interesting. i've never thought of using one lense like this for all day.

[@adfcreationhajipur3950]

good work bro

[@gerrya2133]

With all the fuss about Canon and third party lenses out there, I always stuck to Canon brand lenses anyway so it doesn't really affect me. However, this is the one and only third party lens I wish I could get. I typically love shooting at 35. So besides a 24-105 f4 not being fast enough, 24 is too wife and 105 isn't telephoto enough. 35-150 is a perfect range and 2-2.8 is a very respectable speed. Instead of a 70-200 plus having to choose between several other important lenses you have to choose from to capture the wide, you can just have this 35-150 doing 95% of the work with a specialty lens as the secondary lens. Like a 100 macro, 85 1.2 (for me least, I'm not a 35/85 shooter and always used a 70-200.)

[@MR-si2cd]

I seen that video of you eating alone in a previous video and just seen it again and it angers me lol. I shot a wedding once and they did that to me and as soon as I got home I put it in my contract that I need to have two seats with everyone else one for me and one for my assistant. I find it disrespectful when people do that so I won’t work with those people. The people I work with think of me as part of their day at all times and won’t cheap out on a meal.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I prefer to eat alone. It’s not problem

[@MR-si2cd]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto My clients usually have a vendors table for like the DJ, officiant, video, and photographer etc

[@MR-si2cd]

@@MaunoKoivistoOfficial you’re the photographer, you’re in the position.

[@gilbertsanchez945]

i like ur lens 2.8 tamron......

[@timothycasca]

Beautiful portrait BTS

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Thanks!

[@Flamevir]

I think its better to go with 28-70 2.0 + 135 2.0

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Why not just have it all as one lens?

[@life_in_gen]

I switch to sony because of a7iv and this lens! Lol

[@simonmaduxx6777]

Picking this up for CANON today.*** Oh wait.... Grrrrrr

[@brandonleclaire2008]

*cries in canon r6*

[@nexuses1]

Why still ALL manual?! At least use auto white balance.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Awb on Sony A7IV isn’t good

[@comfyuizero2hero]

Please compare this lens with 24-70 when shooting events. And compare this lens with 70-200 for portraits

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

It is both of these lenses as one. Weighs more like an older 70-200

[@comfyuizero2hero]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto Thank! i just sold 85GM and 35 GM to buy this lens. Hope it is the perfect replacement

[@vilo.chophy]

🔥🔥🔥

[@Samuel-dr9ev]

I'm from nagaland too

[@myrthevanbeest]

If only this had a Z mount :'( *CriesinNikon*

[@hezytekproductions]

i run a production company. While this lens is extremely useful in terms of bassicaly on needing one lense for the entire day. it's just not sharp enough to warrant using it. We'll stick to our Canon RF trinity

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

This version of the lens doesn’t come for canon

[@hezytekproductions]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto that's totally beyond the point

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Have you used the lens in real life? It’s plenty great

[@hezytekproductions]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto its 80% great, but not quite, especially in the corners with poor sharpness and vignetting at low apertures. you also talked about the mist effect which is true. this lense will serve most people well. But those who want the absolute best of the best should still stick to their standard range G master or RF zoom lenses, or primes

[@scotttibbles1275]

Make a Z mount… take my money!!!!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

It would bring a lot of people to Z for sure. Or even do what they did with the 28-70 and put a new shell around a tamron lens and call it Nikon haha

[@Peachers]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto I would get this lens, for z

[@alanrenwick1652]

@@Peachers July 2023, I have heard it is coming for Z mount soon.

[@Pixelpeeps-69]

I wouldn’t pay top money to a wedding photographer who doesn’t use flash lighting and who uses budget lenses as I’ve seen at the past 6 weddings this year 😮 a lot of weddings photographers think that clients are clueless

[@estebanmarquez6636]

Are you saying that the 35-150 is a budget lens? It's like $2000.

[@Pixelpeeps-69]

@@estebanmarquez6636 read my comment

[@estebanmarquez6636]

@@Pixelpeeps-69 i did, why do you think i wrote mine

[@noyeah7]

Hard to judge if you haven’t seen the end results 🤔