Tamron 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD lens review with samples (Full-frame & APS-C)

[@andrewdoeshair]

I shoot portraits primarily, and after recently realizing that I was grabbing my Samyang 85mm F1.2 or Sigma 135 F1.8 any time I wanted a super shallow DOF and that any time I reached for my RF 70-200 F2.8L I was shooting between F4 and F8 anyways (studio work with strobes, typically) so I sold the RF 70-200 and replaced it with this Tamron ($300 used). It sounds crazy but I’m every bit as happy with this little Tamron lens as I was with the RF 70-200 F2.8L… This thing is a phenomenal value, a severely underrated option for portraits and events.

[@chasingmanhattan]

I just bought one of these and loving the results. Glad you put out a review, it makes me feel better about the purchase.

[@Marco_Wildlife]

Tamron just released the firmware update for this lens that makes it compatible with the Nikon Z cameras. Works fine even if at 210 the autofocus keeps being a bit uncertain.

[@luxpictura3617]

What about AF in video mode with FTZ adapter?

[@cgm_rdgdl]

This channel is so incredible! Each time I hear of a lens, I find a scientific test here!

[@RomoMaloCanal]

Your examples of photos with the lens area really good! Thank you for another review Chris

[@danielcely8345]

Christopher, I want to thank you for helping me choose my new lens, by 2022 this one has somehow been discontinued (can't see why) and I'm so glad I watched the review before, the lens fits my needs perfectly and its image quality is simply amazing, I was impressed by the results and keeping in mind how budget friendly the lens is I really can't ask for more.

[@bodkinsbestphotography]

Thank you for mentioning the VC setting "tweak". I'm expecting a dock to arrive in the mail in the next week or so, and didn't know you could fix the jumpiness that the Tamron VC seems to be plagued with.

[@arkaprabhodas9480]

Thank You Chris for fulfilling my request.... Got the notification just after waking up(as I'm from India). Many many thanks and " Happy Dussehra"...

[@zomgonzo]

Would be really great if you included some short commentary on autofocus on Sony A7Rii (and for future reviews as well). I know that all adapters are different, but even this one case is useful to know about.

[@sergioserramusic]

Tamron and Sigma stepped up their quality control, these new lenses are very competitive with the ones from the camera manufacturers! I own a Tamron 100-400 and I love it, the AF is fast, it’s built like a tank and yeah, the collar comes separately at an absurd price, but at least it has the possibility unlike the Sigma counterpart. I’ll probably be getting a 24-70 G2, it seems a very good value for the price

[@philg6757]

I wonder if they will make a native Sony mount lens.

[@squirreldemon3506]

They made one. The 28-75mm f2.8 for sony full frame cameras

[@autumn8974]

It will be great if they make a 70-200 2.8 for sony(the gm cost 2kidneys)

[@mrbaiser4133]

@@autumn8974 a 4/70-210 would be good enough for many - and much smaller and cheaper

[@ValdezJu]

I could listen to you all day long!

[@coltoncyr2283]

I really enjoy this lens, even in my D5500, it’s really sharp and great bokeh! If you want to save some money you can’t go wrong!

[@coltoncyr2283]

mgljimcmgl depends on what you shoot, that's a crop sensor, so you're shooitng 105-315mm. So great focal length for outdoors, even shooting the moon! However you won't use this indoors. But it's A very sharp lens, obviously f4 in full frame would be awesome, it's still a great lens, this is the only lens I kept, I sold my other 2, for if and when I wanted a Z body.

[@coltoncyr2283]

mgljimcmgl no problems, yes for those fast shutter speeds this f4 is more like a f 5.6 on crop sensor, a 2.8 would be more beneficial but much heavier and way more expensive. If it's nice and sunny, this lens will be great, and you can hand hold all day long! If you have strong hands like me, can even shoot one handed lol it's so light

[@HS-fk6hb]

Great review as always! Thanks a lot Chris!

[@andre94crd]

Hi Chris, a very good review as always 😊 I'm really into the wide angle lens and I'm interested to the tokina 14-20 mm f2, that seems a very good one. if you can, would you review it? Thank you so much 😁

[@christopherfrost]

Never tried it, but I am curious about it. Maybe one day!

[@BecaTosha]

oh, u became a happy father, congratz)

[@sergioserramusic]

I finally bought it after your review: I'm really enjoying using it! Thanks :)

[@RickMentore]

Fantastic job CF, maybe I should have said another fantastic job. I think you've found the perfect review presentation formula. To the point, with visual examples. What adapter were you using when testing the Sony A7R.

[@TheSpeedflashStudio]

Love all your reviews, thankyou.

[@brianhenno4744]

I do like tamron lenses 👍 another good review thanks

[@robertcudlipp3426]

Potentially, a very appealing lens for my type of shooting. 200mm is at the far end of what I invariably shoot + Canon L f4 version is far from cheap.

[@jtes1442]

Was able to get this lens for Nikon F mount to adapt to my Z6 for $399 on a flash sale at Adorama!

[@AlessandroSomers]

How does it perform on the z6 with the ftz?

[@skolrelaterat4113]

Thank you for this thorough review. I own a Nikon D5600 and I am thinking of buying this lens. Would you recommend this instead of the Tamron AF SP 70-300/4-5,6 Di VC USD? I can get them at the same price.

[@hazybrain7]

Very helpful - many thanks !

[@Pastronomer69]

Really impressive lens for the money. The 2.8 grabs headlines, but for the vast majority of shooting this looks like a really great option

[@hankypanky9380]

hi chris, nice review i like to watch your videos, can you make a video comparing test : tamron 70-210 mm f4 vs 70-200 mm f2.8 vs usd g2, wich lens should i buy ??

[@924photos5]

If you need more light indoors than get the 2.8. But if you're mostly shooting outdoors during the day than get the F4

[@JordanHandwerker]

I was wondering the same thing, both are equally amazing at 70-200 range. I’d mostly be adapting to my EOS RP, but does the extra stop of light really justify the price difference 🤔... F/4 is still a good Aperture

[@jhoang861]

@@JordanHandwerker now that the high iso on mirrorless are great, f4 should be fine. I shoot events and most of the time, i’m at f4

[@JurajHatina]

Going to get this one for my R and RP so I hope that it will perform well🙏

[@phannam2406]

Great review! Btw can you make a review about Tamron 150-600G2 supertelephito lens? Thanks.

[@pjf7943]

Thank you Christopher, I have been waiting for your take on this lens.. Similar to Rev. Dustin Abbott's review. I decided to purchase a well cared for Canon f/4 IS w/lightening fast focus and tpod foot for $700 and am quite happy. I also have the Tammy f/2.8 (A009), but at 53 oz. it's a cement block and labor of love to carry around.

[@photoventureselp]

Excellent review, as always!

[@frederickletterblair]

The focus breathing is quite a pity.

[@NIMAGEProduction]

what's the thing of it? Changing zoom? so its more like 150-250 at 210mm?

[@RickMentore]

Thanks for your reviews, they really a fantastic service to photographers. Can you when using this lens with the Sony camera what adapter were you using and were you satisfy with the operational? Thanks in advance.

[@alexanderlehner9263]

Would you recommend this lens over the Canon 70-200mm f4l USM? And if so why?

[@BobLee333]

Hi Chris, first of all let me thank you for your educational video content, however I have a question I’m a Nikon user I own the Nikon D700 full frame 12 mp old camera, would this lens be good for it , did you test it on the D700? Thanks in advance.

[@bijosn]

@A Google User actually the question is valid. You are the idiot. Yes it would easily handle an 12mp sensor.

[@riyandas9332]

Sir wich will be better 70-210 f4 or 100-400 f4.5-6.3 in terms of optical performance.I use canon 80D. please let me know.Thank you!

[@allmariosarmiento]

Please review the new tamron 15-30 g2 lens.

[@Magnetron-x]

Hi Chris, Thank you for the excellent review. Can you please let me know which adapter you used with the A7R II. Thank you.

[@christopherfrost]

For testing this lens I thin it was the Sigma MC-11

[@thomascarlsson7722]

The lens is good if people update the firmware. In october 2018 the focusing issues was sorted out in the new firmware. TAP-Console is a good thing with this lens. Worth buying. The lens is not Canon L lens quality, but does the job. I paid 400€ for my own like new light used. Works good on a EOS 6D. But to You all, please update the firmware and the lens will work really good.

[@TheHot5hot]

thank you for another great review

[@anchormedia6231]

Will this lens fit on D7200?

[@patrickparisienne1917]

Would you recommend this for indoor use at f4?

[@christopherfrost]

It'll be a bit tricky

[@emokia15]

What adapter did u use it with for a7rii? I worry if the lens wont auto focus with commlite adapter. Had this issue with the 70-300mm tamron

[@isaiahtervree1183]

when does it come out?

[@chasingmanhattan]

Updating my earlier comment: The lens was good out of box, but I did notice that the autofocus was a bit slow (not really a problem for most situations). With the latest firmware update, however, that's not the case anymore. Autofocus is now as fast as you'd expect from the 70-200 class.

[@maxencerebut]

Hello I am a great fan of your videos. I am thinking of buying the Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro (the latest version). I was wondering if you would be willing to review it. It would also benefit you because you have not reviewed many macro lenses. Have a a good evening.

[@ShenryRNBSN]

M50 Mark II + Viltrox Speed booster and this lens 👌🏾.

[@sentatesar9429]

5:08 That's Mwnt in wales. love that place :D

[@grat2010]

Wait, are congratulations in order?!?

[@christopherfrost]

He's my nephew :-)

[@Pontcher]

Hey bro, did u think that this lens still a good option in 2022? I was wondering to get this lens and a MC-11 adapter for Sony and use in a6500 and FX30 cameras for daily weddings on tripods

[@Pontcher]

i didnt see affordable options on sony ecosystem

[@albertomorales746]

you the best..thank you. do you have a Tamron 70-200 2.8 Rewiev?

[@christopherfrost]

I think so

[@damjanstijovic1208]

There is a problem on 210mm... When focusing from close to infinity af need almost 2 sec to fucus and same in reverse. On 70mm it works instantly. Rp body.

[@frederikvanreusel]

Does the lens physically extend when zooming?

[@josekrakowski3256]

No

[@thespig13]

I got the 70 300 vc off ebay for under 150 dollars... they had it listed as the non vc version so it wasn't as expensive! It's a good lens but like sad ap gets sacrificed with it

[@AECunningham]

you should do Sigma 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM

[@luap1983]

Will this lens work with a Nikon d300?

[@tolga1cool]

Viewfinder priority is NOT the best way to go for stills photography! What happens is that when selected the "best" possible stabilisation is on when looking through the viewfinder. This could potentially lead to jumps or smears when taking pictures and the stabilisation trying to correct. If you select the other extreme looking through the viewfinder you won't see much stabilisation but the main "best" stabilisation kicks in only when taking a picture to insure the best possible results

[@christopherfrost]

That wasn't what I found at all. When shooting with both Tamron and Sigma lenses, in my tests they performed considerably better with viewfinder priority image stabilization in the final results - giving sharper images at slower shutter speeds.

[@zambination11]

Got a brand new 70-210 today and a tap-in console. After various tests I totally agree with you. Viewfinder priority is best for video in my experience, and capturing priority is best for photos. At least in firmware 2

[@albertoperez3223]

Can l use that lens with my 70D? Like

[@1987thakurankit]

Hi Chris, Please review the . Its been so long now. Dying to watch the review.If possible please include canon 60d test charts also.

[@christopherfrost]

A review is coming

[@lenggangkaki]

seem less sharp, Right?

[@BeachWolf1979]

This lens at 210mm is like 140mm. Focus breathing issue forces me to consider it for selling (Nikon FF Shooter)...

[@bijosn]

what do you mean 210 is like 140??

[@yervandpapazyan5438]

hello Christopher, i like your videos and the way you explaining about everything, and i would like to ask you would you please make a review about new Tamron SP 90mm macro lens, please nobody made real good quality review about this product except Dustin Abbott, but i would like to hear your opinion

[@christopherfrost]

A review of that lens is coming

[@ibrahimpanju9216]

Tamron af 70-300mm di ld macro vs sigma 70-300mm dg macro Which is better canon eos 600d ?

[@christopherfrost]

Probably the Sigma lens

[@nabeeel1]

I use this lens on a Nikon D850 this lens blows the socks off for what we pay. Its extremely light weight , however using tamron on mirrorless with adapter like any other lens is always a bad idea.

[@AustrisPhoto]

I hope to see this lens for Sony :)

[@MSchumacherfan]

How does this compare with the Nikon 55-300mm ?

[@christopherfrost]

No idea, I don't review Nikon lenses

[@tothpeter2536]

is this sharper than 70 200 f4 canon ?

[@christopherfrost]

I haven't tested the most recent one. It's probably quite similar to the Mark ii model

[@dezziik]

Would you choose this lens over the Tamron 70-300 f/4.0-5.6 SP DI VC USD

[@mrbaiser4133]

We want a Sony E-mount version!!!

[@OkwyUgonweze]

My problem with Tamron lenses is focus breathing,if they can fix that then they can really play with Canon and Nikon.

[@MrKaystew]

Does anybody notice a clicking noise after the shutter goes off? Almost like a AF motor sound.

[@zambination11]

Yes

[@MrKaystew]

@@zambination11 where were you 7 months ago? I almost returned it lol! Glad I didn't. Amazing lens for the money.

[@zambination11]

@@MrKaystew Haha me too! I almost did the same! Its a good lens for the money it costs indeed

[@luxpictura3617]

What about video AF? Is it loud?

[@MrKaystew]

@@luxpictura3617 if you're using an onboard mic it picks up motor noises. (I have Nikon just fyi)

[@momchilyordanov8190]

Nowadays, this one is 400 EUR new. What a drop in price.

[@CryZword]

This lense is sexy. I just purshased mine today !

[@bijosn]

Is it worth getting...I can get it for 500$

[@nashsok]

3:15 & 3:48 ;)

[@christopherfrost]

?

[@nashsok]

@@christopherfrost At 3:15 you say [about the zoom ring], "...it works the opposite way to Canon zoom rings...", and then at 3:48 you say, "...and turns the opposite way to Canon lenses..." I thought I was having a moment of deja vu because of how closely you worded and enunciated your description of the zoom ring and focus ring respectively! Just thought it was a fun little observation.

[@christopherfrost]

Oh I see! :-)

[@-AndySenpai-]

Please clean your sensor christopher!

[@athaothao2880]

camera tamron vc usd lens aps-c

[@mrbaiser4133]

You have to buy extra hardware to set the stabilizer mode??? Shit!

[@BenniR]

Your image stabilization will get worse by setting it to viewfinder priority, read the text below the settings

[@christopherfrost]

After lots of testing, that wasn't what I found. When shooting with both Tamron and Sigma lenses, in my tests they performed considerably better with viewfinder priority image stabilization in the final results - giving sharper images at slower shutter speeds.

[@BenniR]

@@christopherfrost Wow that's surprising, thank you Chris!

[@theroyalace9359]

Hi

[@christopherfrost]

You mean, "First"

[@philg6757]

I think they are Canadian, it`s been a big week there. Your lucky to even get a Hi.

[@somename8126]

never been so early

[@xsr900zius]

corners chromatic aberation

[@ApertureApex]

Sixth !! :D

[@diegorivera2711]

Second :(

[@nitheeshkumar2558]

Can I use this lens in my Nikon D7500 or D7200 camera body ?