Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 VC USD lens review (with samples)

Here's a good piece of kit for you. I've worked with this lens quite a lot now - here's what I think. All images and footage taken by me, and captured on my trusty Canon 60D. Many thanks to Trystan Owain Hughes for lending me this lens for testing! Here's his blog: trystanowainhug...
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[@Syncroschannel]

This lens, new to me, is just amazing. It is mad sharp at 300mm...and the image stabilisation is the best Ive ever used......I have, in the last 2 years had Sigma 150-500, 70-300 Canon IS, and a lovely Canon Mk 1100-400 L...Sold them all as they didnt quite hold everything together...I can tell that this lens is a keeper. I love it!

[@acerider2899]

Yup i agree ....it's a sharp lens

[@user-qo8gf9fi3x]

The vc still works good? , my vc sometimes disconnects from the lens

[@benhernandez9747]

@@acerider2899 do you stop down for sharp images because for me wide open its fairly blurry so I have to stop down to 5.6 and shoot from 400-800 iso to get decent images. however when I get out to 300mm its a hit or mis on image quality. I use a canon 6D.

[@Syncroschannel]

@@user-qo8gf9fi3x vc still perfect

[@Syncroschannel]

@@benhernandez9747 I use a 7d2, have great images at all apertures, the sharpness at 300 was one of the things that really surprised me....

[@guillaumeerard]

Just bought and tested that lens following your recommendations and it is absolutely brilliant. Hard to imagine i ever could do without. One slight issue for videomakers is the stabilizer which is rock solid but skips every few seconds to reset. Not an issue for photography but only to be used on a tripod for video work. Still, truly awesome lens for the price.

[@genegustafson715]

I have used this on both my 7100, and my 750 (Nikon). After the normal calibration on both cameras, this lens is superb, with the emphasis on SUPERB! The VC (vibration control/compensation) is beyond anything on the market.I use it for events (low light and ample, without flash, portraits, wildlife, street photography, and landscapes. Tamron has set the benchmark for all other makers. Tamron should be in your bag.

[@michaelcurtissr]

Great reviews Chris, and as always whenever I have a particular lens in mind I always look to see if you've had a review on it if not I just wait. Thanks for your impartial dedicated reviews.

[@plekker]

the 70-300 f/4-5.6 is fantastic! I'm really happy with this lens

[@JakeWalksAmerica]

I just ordered this lens to pair with my 90D. I've had several other Tamron lenses that I've enjoyed, so I figured I would give this one a try too. Can't wait!

[@NIMAGEProduction]

is it sharp enough for 2020?

[@JakeWalksAmerica]

@@NIMAGEProduction Yes! I love it! I don't use it too often, but it's great when I need that extra reach, and without sacrificing quality.

[@Mnorbert25]

@@NIMAGEProduction Yeah but the lens itself is 10 Year old ! If you want to buy one better go with the Canon 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS Nano USM II at 300mm is pin sharp and colourful and has no chromatic abberation like the Tamron do ! Tamron is sharp from 70-200 mm from 200-300mm loses some sharpness and become more chromatic !

[@NIMAGEProduction]

Norbert Murányi I literally did that wow :O I bough the canon version mark 2.

[@HenryPrasistaKurniawan]

Finally the door was open.

[@wolfsea100]

Christopher after watching this i bought one and it performed fantastic thanks to you i paid 450 ca. on Amazon, and it balances very well on my 70D i can photograph hand held and get amazing shots of flying birds small gulls etc, and on the tripod its great. thanks Rod.

[@mjak993]

Years later, I still love this lense - it's such a sleeper gem. For the money it delivers exceptional image quality, and I much prefer its VC system to that of, say, Nikon's 70-300 VR.

[@user-qo8gf9fi3x]

The vc still works good? , my vc sometimes disconnects from the lens

[@RyanH0809]

You provide the absolute best reviews. Thank You!

[@ltgaming4556]

agreed

[@PeopleCanFly23]

I have this lens for a year now and it's been really great experience, but I want to expand a little more and throw on a 1.4x or 2x teleconverter. Any recommendations? Thank you.

[@christopherfrost]

Not sure if they'll work - maybe it says on Sigma's website

[@PeopleCanFly23]

Christopher Frost Photography I'm thinking Kenko 2x teleconverter. It's designed for EF lenses which this lens is and I've seen many positive reviews for this teleconverter, so I'm leaning towards it, maybe you could do a review on it. :)

[@sunlbx]

This cheap widely available legendary zoom deserves a modern re-test!!!

[@christopherfrost]

Only really if you're shooting outside on a sunny day, or prepared to use high ISOs

[@JakeWalksAmerica]

Or a tripod and slower shutter speed.. Which, I'm fine with when things are static.. except for water and clouds lol

[@WetDoggo]

Is it comparable to 70-300 sp di usc?

[@christopherfrost]

I do have some old ones somewhere, but I don't really use them. They are cool. But lens technology has wildly improved from the old days, and most vintage lenses just don't come up to scratch optically. They are cool, though

[@EyeScreamPL]

Thanks Chris! One of the best reviews of photo lenses on YT, ever! Thank to you i made a choice and i don't regret! Cheers!

[@thinkingisnocrime]

I had the Tamron on a D800 for around 3 years until I gave it away to an upcoming photo pro in my family :) IMO this is one of the best price/quality performers on the market. The OS is probably the most effective one I´ve ever had. Though it makes some noise. Tamron has really stepped up in terms of build and image quality and kept reasonible prices.

[@RohitKumar-fd4vc]

What is the price for this lens ?

[@bimbo853]

Thanks Chris for your great and honest reviews, I really enjoy them. I have a canon 700d and a 70d. I am going to purchase this lens as I was really impressed with the samples you showed. I was looking at the 70-200 f4 but as I am in my 60s I think IS is a must.

[@WahidFayumzadah]

Think I found my next lens for my Nikon D3200

[@em1r76]

meravigliosa lente... magnific lens....

[@skeptzigg7040]

How it was Brother?

[@guitarist6494]

Im still a bit unclear on which lens your trying to convey is better here, this Tamron 70-300 or the Canon 70-300? Im really interested in either lens just want to know which one is the overall better lens (sharpness/build quality etc.) Thanx Chris i love your videos btw

[@christopherfrost]

+guitarist6494 I prefer the Tamron (VC USD version of course)

[@guitarist6494]

Ah ok. I heard you mention in the video it has better build quality, but do you think its sharper and better at low-light ? Thanx for the response

[@christopherfrost]

+guitarist6494 It has the same aperture so there's no difference in low-light work

[@michaelcurtissr]

+guitarist6494 He's speaking on the video topic, the Tamron 70-300 VC as a better quality overall lens...

[@Teddykhil]

Part 2. Which I'm liking the price and this lens even more. I like taking pics of birds (feathered type) and a bit of wildlife action with landscape thrown in. Will be looking forward to using this lens and having some fun taking good shots. Thanks again for your vid. Kev.

[@MankeliMauno]

You make awesome review, dude👏🏽 keep going on👍🏼

[@tommullinerart]

Thank you very much for this review, Christopher. I was VERY close to buying the much lesser Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro 1:2 Lens until I saw your review of it. Then, having subsequently watched this one, you've convinced me to save up for some better glass with VC & USD. Especially as I intend to use it for filming too in the near future. :-)

[@christopherfrost]

You've made the right decision!

[@KerryonBass]

I bought this lens a few months ago specifically for taking photos at cricket matches. On my crop sensor it's been great. Thanks for the review that confirms my thoughts on this lens

[@MysterDaftGame]

Until a year ago, this was my workhorse at car races and airshows ! Love it although extensive use made it age poorly, the autofocus drive works pain painfully and sometimes it seems that the motors disconnects from the lens elements... Now it's retired as I switched to mirrorless fullframe.

[@sonofjoe]

I'm new to photography and have just recently bought a dslr camera! Of course I have been trolling youtube to get reviews on lenses and I find your reviews the bees knees!!! When I get more competent and expand my kit, I will be visiting you first for a review!

[@csph69]

Chris, please review the newer Tamron SP A030E 70-300mm, which is the updated version of this lens. My decision is torn between it an Canon's EF 70-300 II Nano USM.

[@LordPyrodeath]

What did you choose plz ?

[@MikegoesmiaTravel]

I purchased this lens today thanks to your thorough review. Thank you very much!

[@mikolajm6354]

How do you like it after 6 years? Is it still worth buying or would you reccomend something newer?

[@ireneguwanelder3042]

Thank you so much Christopher Frost. I love your fantastic review. You've helped me make up my mind.

[@AldoMarceloBenitesPalomino]

Thanks a lot! Best purchase ever. Brilliant lens

[@NIMAGEProduction]

is it still sharp enough for 2020?

[@AldoMarceloBenitesPalomino]

@@NIMAGEProduction nope it struggles from the 70D onwards, both in AF and speed. I recently upgraded to a 100-400mm USM II with a 1.4 teleconverter since I've focused a lot on wildlife photography. Excellent lens in my 90D, but its on the expensive side.

[@scaramar88]

Hi Chris, since your reviews are so accurate and reproducible, what about updating this one with full frame data? Thank you

[@raghavendrabb]

Superb review Christopher.

[@peteretheridge3117]

Just bought this lens on Chris's recommendation and i've got to say he is absolutely spot on. I love this lens and have up to now been very happy with the pictures I have taken with It. So far the only fault I can find with It is the weight! Boy is this lens heavy both on the camera and in the bag. However this is a small price to pay. It has improved my Canon 600d's pictures immensely. Thanks Chris, great review!

[@ggessex]

It would be interesting to see this lens reviewed on a full frame.

[@genegustafson715]

I have used this on both my 7100, and my 750 (Nikon). After the normal calibration on both cameras, this lens is superb, with the emphasis on SUPERB! The VC (vibration control/compensation) is beyond anything on the market.I use it for events (low light and ample, without flash, portraits, wildlife, street photography, and landscapes. Tamron has set the benchmark for all other makers. Tamron should be in your bag.

[@LordPyrodeath]

@@genegustafson715 hey my friend, im hesitate between this tamron and the canon 70 300 is USM ? Wich you recomend plz ?

[@genegustafson715]

LordPyrodeath can’t speak for the Canon, but quality and price will not be matched by Canon nor Nikon.

[@FrancescoGarabello]

So you recomend this one before Canon's 70-300 mm Ultrasonic?

[@christopherfrost]

Absolutely

[@JakeWalksAmerica]

A little late to the party, but I would also say yes because I've tried the Canon 70-300 and found it to be a bit soft.

[@FrancescoGarabello]

@@JakeWalksAmerica I found so to after purchasing it

[@mmadmic]

I'm a Canon and MFT (Olympus/Panasonic) user, I bought this lens to have a smaller option when "Canoning" and to replace my very good but heavy 24-105 f/4L and 300mm F/2.8 L. I also use my Canon EF lenses on my MFT cameras with an AF adapter with fantastic results but when Canon, the body+lenses+battery grip is close to 6kg, too heavy to carry all day long. I bought this Tamron and his little brother 17-50mm 2.8 and it reduced the weight nearly by 2. The picture qualities of both lenses are not as good as the L but still great and the confort of use is amazing. VC on Tamron out performs the Canon IS, but my L are MKI, may be better on MKII but the Tamron is perfect, especially compared to the Sigma OS that's just OK. On top of that, the Tamron is a 140-600 on MFT, what's great. It's sad to say but I let my L lenses sleep in my bag and use exclusively the Tamron as the ratio quality-versatility-portability is really excellent even compare to L lenses and for a fraction of the cost.

[@TheLordstrider]

Thank you for the Review chris, bought This lens few days ago and i am in love with it :) amazing lens.

[@ZaberAnsaryOfficial]

Got myself one the Other Day, Used, In Great Condition. For $170, Patting myself on the back since. Lol.

[@christopherfrost]

Great deal, if it's working properly :-)

[@rexfonseca7661]

I've got one for 109£ and looks really good. Nice and sharp

[@NIMAGEProduction]

is it still sharp enough for 2020?

[@kazdoggo]

"bokuh" or "bokey" - the photographers civil war

[@flynnvangemmert4973]

Kraig lol

[@fsm1th]

Kraig It's pronounced 'bow-cuh' I think. XD

[@RhettThompsonFilm]

I say bokuh but bokey balls is too funny not to say.

[@aakashkant]

or The BOKEH

[@vincentvangogh4174]

I pronounce it as HELICOPTER

[@isico9608]

Had this lens, and returned to Canon 55-250 STM which is of similar quality, a lot cheaper, and LIGHTER, turned out that I never have it with me because of it's weight. Only worthwhile if you have a fullFrame body. Eventually I ended up also replacing all of them with Tamron 16-300 which is quiet acceptable and adds up as an all-in-one.

[@ImmortalFaizan]

Can 70-300mm lens work in canon 1100d ?

[@christopherfrost]

Yes. All Canon mount lenses made since 1987 will work on your Canon APS-C digital SLR camera, except EF-M lenses

[@ImmortalFaizan]

Christopher Frost Photography thanks you Sir

[@apinkeh]

nice 50mm f1.8 red ring lens.. LOL

[@MrDragon1688]

Hi Chris, your reviews are very informative and to the point!

[@christopherfrost]

Thanks!

[@joseantoniomartinez9785]

I love you made this review based on an APSC camera, which I have!. Because I saw another review based on the announcing of the new model for this lens (A030), where the reviewer didn´t recommend the current model of this lens (A005) for APSC cameras. Keep the good work. Thanks for sharing

[@coffeecyclist159]

please do a review of the 70-200mm tamron.

[@cunetero81]

Really nice review. Well done. Interesting lens!

[@chrisflateau1035]

Thank you , as always an excellent and comprehensive review.

[@zipopc]

Excellent review as always. Thank you so much.

[@christopherfrost]

Why are you saying you think my copy was defective? Your comment isn't clear. Because it missed AF a little at 300mm? Well, I'm not the only reviewer to have found some minor AF issues - Bryan over at the-digital-picture also did. It could be a slight fault in the lens, but even if it is, Tamron should take better care on quality control.

[@garrygadget]

I sold my older canon 70-300 is lens and brought this, these are dirt cheap compared to the canon model and yet I think out perform them? Love your reviews - simply excellent.

[@princejmye]

Selling my L lenses now too. Atm this tamron half price to 260 brand new everywhere I saw are around 400 not sure how much you for hours for

[@mathiasanders3946]

I own this lens for a couple of month and i agree with your testings espcially on apsc. Less chromatic aperations and a nice sharpness. But on my 35mm film camera i got a heavy vignetting at 300mm and f5.6. But overall it´s my every-day carry. Thanks for your (half-scientistic) video!!

[@kasunshashi]

Appreciate, if you could do a new review for this lens

[@allancamarillo]

Hi Chris. I wish you review the tamron 70-200 2.8 VC.

[@bahalulahmed609]

Can i use a filter if i can which mm .

[@TheHighPriestess_888]

Very cool lense! This lense - my dream! I remember my old Tamron 70-300, he is terrible. This Tamron much better than my ex Tamron, absltly! 😊👍

[@angiepooos]

Fantastic review, thanks, you've helped me make up my mind.

[@eliashossain2429]

Thank you Christopher for your good and clear reviews. Please leave a review on tamron 70-300mm f4-5.6 VC USD (new). It's may help many beginners to improve their photography and to choose affordable lens...

[@marekbucko3870]

Hi Chris, thank you for your high quality reviews. A have only one minor remark regarding maximum aperture of the Tamron 70-300 at 200 mm. According to my experience it is actually f/5.0 (and not f/5.6 as stated in the review).

[@candelariowarlliehermo9935]

Is Tamron 70-300mm lens compatible with Canon EOS60D?

[@jacqson]

Yes. It is. Just make sure you get the EF mount version

[@guy210690]

If you could get a hold of one, I'd really like you to review a tamron 70-200 DI VC. PS, Love your videos!

[@Skartfilms]

really great!! hey Christopher i have nikon d750 full frame body Can i use for my camera Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 VC USD lens

[@christopherfrost]

+Sk. Art. film's Yes, if you get the Nikon version

[@Skartfilms]

Thx Chirstopher Frost Photography

[@JoeWithTheGlasses]

Ahhh I cannot wait to get my hands on this lens. I plan on getting one for outdoor football games and indoor robotics competitions. Would you think this lens would be awkward on an entry level body due to it's weight?

[@natanlima3296]

Great Review man, thumbs up! :)

[@2kool4myskool]

The only negative with this lens is that it has no weather sealing, other than that it is a truly great lens, i love it !

[@clecysteve]

I am coming to rely on your opinion. Thanks for the reviews.

[@30scapri]

I had one on my Sony A580, so when I upgraded to a Canon 5D mk2 I bought another. However the 5D is full frame and there's a problem. It's very soft around the edges at 300mm, even at F11 on the tripod! The reason is simple, full frame cameras looks at a greater surface area of the glass elements. A cropped sensor doesn't see these weak areas, so they're not an issue in the same way. Lesson - be careful when buying for full-frame... you may need to spend a lot to sort the problem.

[@Coursedirectorperth]

Thank you very much. What a great presentation.

[@juanursi]

Hello good! I have that same lens on a Canon EOS 2000D, and the problem I have is that the autofocus does not work, that is, the ring does not rotate, what would be the problem? thank you

[@ArianOby]

Omg... the door is open!!! .... I'm sold... I was thinking of getting the canon or sigma equivalent for landscape shots.... you wouldn't have forgiven me

[@Teddykhil]

G'day Chris' Hope you don't mind me shortening your name. I must say, your vid about this lens is one of the nicest and clearest vids about a lens so far. I've been looking and looking around for good reviews about lens for my 7D and want to get some more glass for my bag of tricks. I'm no expert by all means and always take into count what a lot of people say about particular lens etc. You've sold me on getting this lens over the more pricy Canon model. Found one for sale from HK for only $395

[@oje101]

How does this lens compare to RF 70-200mm f2.8?

[@safb90]

Amazing review and samples. I am going to buy it for my Canon 600D. Thank you!

[@Hozmoozi]

I know this comment is 5 years old, but how did it work on canon 600d? I have that same camera and i might buy this lens.

[@maidbloke]

What a great review, thank you!

[@natureistheuniverse9276]

The lens is really good for wildlife photograpahy if you don't have much money.

[@niallio77]

Hi Chris i got the lens partially based on your review - thanks. Great videos.

[@oje101]

Hey.. how are you... I know this is an old video.. but since I have this lens and I'd like to use it with my new r7. I'd like to update it's firmware.. do you know how that is done.?? Please advise.. I appreciate your time

[@stevenjames5611]

Great review !

[@thebestalex]

nice review

[@JustElly]

hmm well now i really don't know which one i'd like to pick :( your reviews do help ^^ but now i am so confused with which one i like better i just don't know which one i will get.

[@vikrantpv]

Thanks to your reviews, I preferred this over Canon equivalent for my Canon 750D. As against your experience, it was way cheaper here than the Canon. It's a great lens - particularly with APSC Canons. I and my friend (who has a 70D) even used it indoors without artificial lighting and on an overcast day, yesterday (my daughter's 1st birthday) and it worked great. We bumped up the ISO to 800 and still no noise whatsoever. I don't know how to add a picture into a KZbin comment or I would have posted a sample. Thanks a lot for your insightful review.

[@kevinoskar]

You always deliver very nice and fair review. I bought this lense coz of your review in this video and as you've said, it is a pleasure using this lense. Thanks Chris

[@nz4120]

+Oskar Mahendra How does the autofocus do with photographing birds in flight? Is it fast enough? Im most likely selling my tamron ld for this vc version but need to know if autofocus is fast enough.

[@kevinoskar]

+N Z in my own opinion the autofocus is not the best feature in this lense. However, I think it is good enough for wildlife photography. In conclusion the af is fine I guess. Let's see what Christ comment about it

[@rocklobster112]

Unsure if i should get the 70-300 now, and maybe an 85mm 1.8 in a year or so etc etc, or just go all out now and buy the Tamron 70-200 2.8 and be done with it.

[@khambu53]

can you do one on the tamron 70-200 f2.8????

[@AgnostosGnostos]

The Tamron is a rare bargain. At 300 euros a sharp telephoto with great VC. The lens with the Sony a-mount doesn't have vibration control because sony a-mount cameras have image sensors with vibration control. Keep in mind in case you want to use it with sony a-mount adapters on mirrorless cameras. I think it is the same situation with all Tamron and Sigma a-mount lenses.

[@maxfactor4209]

Achilleas Labrou canon released new 70-300.. it must be better than this...

[@AgnostosGnostos]

max factor The new Canon 70-300 is fantastic but has at least double the price. Lenses are full of compromises between price, size, weight, max aperture size, sharpness, quality of construction, stabilization, distortion, vignetting, lens flaring. (There are also factors like Macro distance , autofocus speed, Coma, water resistance, lens filter thread diameter but are secondary) Above all is the price. It is is quite easy to construct a manual focus lens with great specifications at a very high price. Distinctive examples of this are the Leica M mount lenses and the ZEISS Otus. Sigma and Tamron mostly produce cheaper equivalent full frame lenses of the Canon Nikon with a few inferior characteristics that may aren't too important by most photographers. Only lately with the Signa art series lens, Canon and Nikon have been attacked by superior lenses. Tamron has a tradition of superzoom lenses that the rest manufacturers lack. The Tamron 70-300 is one of the few exceptions of a sharp telephoto full frame lens at a low price.

[@maxfactor4209]

Achilleas Labrou now matter how sharp is the new canon 70-300, i believe it can not be sharper than canon 70-300 L . right?

[@rmcsandhurst]

I'm currently viewing all youtube reviews of this lens. I thought your presentation was excellent and appreciated the comprehensive "actual" shots taken at various settings. Much better than plain verbal comments on IQ. I found the constant music really distracting especially when you were demonstrating the noises the lens could make. I know it's a modern trend to have music in every video but I hate it. Dave

[@sergejkap.8045]

At 300 mm photos are more or less soft. It is really great quality in range 70 to 200 mm.

[@AmitKarn]

the camera you were holding while installing tamron lens was not 60d...it was 600 or 550 d

[@christopherfrost]

Yes. And which camera do you think I was using to shoot that footage?

[@ZadieBear]

I purchased this lens for a trip 4 months ago, and found it to be lacking. With an adapter, it wouldn't focus accurately on my Sony A6000. On my Canon 6D, the out of focus blur was really busy and nervous. Above 200mm the image quality was mediocre at best. I bought it so I wouldn't have to bring my 70-200 2.8 on trips.

[@mr.blackstudios9480]

Hi sir can you tell me which lens is better for more background blur in Canon series in lowest price.please reply me sir

[@prosamy85]

Please make a review with canon’s 70-300 EF f4-5.6 IS II and the Tamron 70-300 f4-5.6 VC USD Lens. Any time I want to buy a lens I always check your reviews.

[@asystole_]

I've got this lens mounted onto my Canon RP with an adapter!

[@Goonercry]

Isnt the autofocus working well?

[@aNiTF3]

and how is it

[@Dleh22]

Hello Christopher, I bought a Canon M50, and im considering to buy this lens with adapter. But im not really sure if it will work with my camera.

[@rebekahdube5431]

Trying to decide between this one and the Canon 70-300mm IS USM for wildlife photography and horseback riding pictures/videos. Any thoughts on which one is better?

[@lauriekorsten2004]

+Christopher Frost Photography , your videos are awesome! I have a Canon 750D and will be doing mostly wildlife photography in Africa. what telescopic lens would you recommend ? more or less same price range as this Tamron. Thanks

[@christopherfrost]

+Laurie Korsten Take a look at my best telephoto zooom lens for APS-C video

[@30scapri]

well presented

[@theweirdchannel653]

This is gonna be my next lens when I get paid, super cheap on amazon its only £104 atm compared to the 70-300 IS USM Canon lens which is about £1,200

[@xedvarsity5]

Christopher Frost Photography very nice review sir..which do you think is better the 55-300mm nikon vrII or this Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 VC USD cant decide between them for my nikon d5100 zoom lense..

[@ezripavel5722]

i just bought this and its superb...

[@Jonnyy244]

Is this lens better than the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM as can't decide which one to get?

[@themarksmanABP]

Ive had this lens on loan off a mate for a few months, great lens. Im after the canon 55-250 stm as the concensus seems to say its a tad better than this

[@MrLemonbaby]

Nice, complete, to the point review. I have subscibed.