Tamron 70-300mm Sony Review: Tested in Alaska

[@CC-gt3ro]

I trust my tamron 70-300 on my Sony a7c. Fantastic lens. Now they have the 50-300 VC. More expensive but with lens stabilization. My 70-300 is always stable even at 300mm handheld in photo. And I’m shaking a lot de to Parkinson. In video VC could be very important. And 50mm-70mm additional range would be a plus to go from standard zoom to telephoto.

[@JakeSloan]

NICE

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Hey Jake. The Tamron looks like a great choice as we consider our first longer range lens for our upcoming trip to Alaska.

[@JakeSloan]

it is, this or the 28-200 are excellent choices. I think if I were picking one over the other I would go with the 28-200 though better low light at wide angles

[@olegvorkunov5400]

I am going to Alaska in Summer and going to take with me 28-200 and Sigma 100-400 lens. I think I would need 400mm range quite often there while on tours or just walking around. Decided to get 28-200 Tamron after your review.

[@JakeSloan]

Fantastic I hope you enjoy your time here!!

[@scottlee4664]

Which lens did you use more often? I have 24-105 and plan to get tele for my Alaska trip too

[@cj.2466]

Just bought mine and can’t wait to practice and use it on my next trip .

[@JakeSloan]

Nice!!

[@paskalnikita]

Nice jacket, where I can find this one?

[@LoveFineArts]

Ditto.

[@JakeSloan]

This is The North Face futurelight jacket. great for wind and rain but you need to add layers under to stay warm so I use one of their lightweight down coats

[@LoveFineArts]

@@JakeSloan Thank you!

[@paskalnikita]

@@JakeSloan thank you

[@domes_fotoblicke]

Here in Germany it is only 699€.. So a really great Prize, for its stunning Image Quality and Size. It's on my wishlist for my A7III. Great Video! 👍🏾

[@JakeSloan]

fantastic!

[@PaulFeinberg]

Awesome been waiting for this one nice would love to play with one looks to be very good for photography nice for you as always!

[@JakeSloan]

It is another great lens from tamron but does have some limitations like low light etc. Cheers thanks Paul!

[@Someone-lc6dc]

Hello Jake. Love the locations you get to explore. I wanted to ask you - would you recommend the Tamron 70-300 or the 70-180 for landscape shots? I’d like to see some compression in my landscape photos, but the fact that the latter Tammy is 20mm shorter than a regular 70-200 is a bit discouraging. That being said, the 70-300 is slowish (plus lack of OSS on the longer end might be a problem)

[@JakeSloan]

I LOVE my 70-180 for landscape work and lowlight stuff. The only times I've found I wanted a bit more range is when I've been trying to shoot some wildlife

[@h-dawg969]

@@JakeSloan would you think the 70-180 would be long enough reach if I were to be shooting surfers out back (of course from land?) I just don’t know if it’ll be long enough, but it’s the perfect addition to the 17-28 and 28-75 that I own. I’m struggling with this lens at 300mm, or the 180mm, and then get a ‘proper’ long 150-500 at a alater date. I’m so indecisive unless I’ve had hands on use. Your reviews always help.

[@BigOvlogger]

The footage looks really great through this lens.

[@JakeSloan]

It's actually pretty impassive for a 550.00 lens!

[@BigOvlogger]

@@JakeSloan I agree.

[@toritellian4171]

I just purchased this lens and didn't pay attention to the lack of stabilization which my a6000 doesn't have built in either, I'm assuming I won't be able to get the best out of this lens?

[@JakeSloan]

If you have time to return it or exchange it for the tamron 18-300 that would be great since that lens has image stabilization built in. If not you can still use this lens to get great photos you’ll just want to use a tripod/monopod or raise your shutter speed to get sharp photos.

[@purefriend3653]

I think you’ve sold me on this lens for vacation in Alaska later this month!

[@JakeSloan]

Nice!

[@stevensteele45]

Just got mine in today 🔥🔥🔥 A7iii with this lens 👐🏼

[@JakeSloan]

Fantastic and it really is an awesome lens!

[@TuckerPearce]

Jake how would it be for say catching photos or video in youth soccer? Thinking it would be nice for my son’s games.

[@JakeSloan]

Pretty good for photos for video it would be difficult to get steady shots. I'd maybe look at the sony 70-300 for that since it has stabilization built into the lens

[@TuckerPearce]

@@JakeSloan guessing the Sony is out of my price range but I’ll take a look. Thanks!

[@JakeSloan]

I think it’s around 1,000.00. It’s not that this one wouldn’t work for video you’d have to work harder or use a tripod to really get stable shots out of it.

[@TuckerPearce]

@@JakeSloan makes sense. Thanks again.

[@debaratihalder2917]

Hey Jake I have Sony a6400 . I want a telephoto lens for travelling . I do more videography than photography . I am confused between Tamron 28 - 200 and Tamron 70 - 300 . Please suggest which telephoto lens should I buy for videography .? Which of these two lens would be better?

[@JakeSloan]

I would suggest the 70-300 if you want to do wildlife type stuff birds etc but you'll need a tripod! the 28-200 will be a little easier to manage but still a bit shaky on the 6400.

[@debaratihalder2917]

@@JakeSloan Thanks Jake . Which lens more sharper , best autofocus in video ?... Tamron 70- 300 or Tamron 28- 200 ?

[@jovansierra5607]

Im getting a a6000 soon and hopefully I can buy this lens with it

[@JakeSloan]

you can!

[@jovansierra5607]

@@JakeSloan yeah but it’s expensive 😭

[@TommyCallaway]

I really enjoy the sounds of your boots walking on snow. nice lens too, haha

[@JakeSloan]

TOMMY, LOL I was editing and at first I was going to cover that up with music and then though nope, it sounds cool. Now I'm glad I did!

[@kobe0313]

Have you tried the sigma 100-400mm I have a hard time deciding on the tamrom or the sigma.

[@JakeSloan]

I have not yet but I hope to

[@kobe0313]

I bought the 70-300 is an awesome lenses

[@PrestonJensen]

Thanks for the video. This lens looks great for the price!

[@JakeSloan]

Your welcome and it is really impressive for 550.00! Cheers

[@tzelichonok]

Hi Jake, i have dony s6000 and thease lenses are very much shaky even on a tripod. Im getting Sony a7iv and wondering if it built IBIS will dolve shake problem, without tripod?

[@JakeSloan]

the IBIS will help quite a bit, but you will still need some steady hands lol

[@themb8777]

Is this good for sports?

[@JakeSloan]

it is

[@AgentFitz]

Thanks man. I was torn between this and the Sigma 100-400mm. I think that I going with the Tamron for half the price. Plus the focal length compliments my Sigma 24-70mm. I don't think I will miss the extra 100mm reach on the Sigma.

[@JakeSloan]

I think depending on the camera you are using you may not miss it at all with the APSC mode! Cheers

[@alexjenkins5632]

I'm asking myself the same question. What lens did you go for in the end?

[@AgentFitz]

@@alexjenkins5632 my camera shop will be getting both lenses this week so I can compare. They also have the Sony 70-300. I really need hands on since I am more concerned about weight and size on my A7III.

[@alexjenkins5632]

Agent Fitz oh nice, I shoot landscapes so not so boarded about built in stabilisation. I am leaning towards the tamron.

[@AgentFitz]

@@alexjenkins5632 Funny, I just saw the 70-300 Tamron Used in excellent condition on Adorama for $389 so I ordered it. I am still going to compare it to the Sigma and Sony when they come in.

[@petermclennan6781]

How is it for manual focus? How about focus breathing? Thinking mainly about video here.

[@JakeSloan]

It's ok but similar to Tamron's other lenses the focus by wire system moves differently depending on how fast you turn the ring sooo. It does have some focus breathing but it's pretty minimal...

[@RICKHALBUR]

Thanks Jake very well done 👍🏻 I enjoyed it

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks Rick!

[@BigOvlogger]

After Christmas I want to buy a full frame Sony camera. I have two cameras that I am interested in buying. The cameras are the Sony a7iii or the Sony a7c. I want to use it for videos and to take pics for my KZbin channel. Which should I buy? I have never owned a full frame camera. You are the experienced man with the extensive knowledge, so that is why I am asking you for sound advice. I am leaning toward the Sony a7iii because of the dual card slots.

[@JakeSloan]

right now the A7c is better if you shoot mostly video but if you plan to do both photo and video the a7III is the better choice still, and especially because they just lowered the price!

[@BigOvlogger]

@@JakeSloan I agree. Maybe they will lower it more for the New Year.

[@CC-gt3ro]

Hi, i bought a7c because it is more lightweight and have gyro data better processor better autofocus. One day Sony will release a verical grip extension and it will be perfect. But you already have a smallrig cage for 44$ and can add handles. I bought it with the Tamron 17-28 and microphone Azden smx30 mono/stereo. The gyro data stabilization is fantastic. The package is fantastic. Photos are outstanding and videos are superb. Even for photos the a7c due to more accurate and faster autofocus. The flip screen is fantastic and is mandatory feature to me. It is a baby a7sIII., but better photos resolution. The evf is very clear and very good to my opinion. I have a bad sight and have no issue with it. With Tamron lens you get a pro camera very lightweight compared to a7iii or bigger camera. It is the best hybrid camera right now in the entire market. You would not be disappointed.

[@thehuntingparadox2291]

Great review, how far away from the sheep were you when you were zoomed all the way in? Thanks.

[@JakeSloan]

Most of them were at least 300-500ft

[@georgefigueroa3895]

Thank you for this review. Is a tripod collar needed for this?

[@JakeSloan]

no you dont need one, this lens is fairly light weight for it's size

[@dobasapuski6365]

Hello Jake! How is this lens for the a6600.Sony 70-350 costs around 70 percent more.please suggest

[@JakeSloan]

it is good for that camera and will give you 105-450mm zoom range on APSC cameras

[@airadaimagery692]

Hey Jake, really enjoying your content... I saw you last night on TNL and I actually had no idea how for in depth you are with FPV. You mentioned getting started and how you thought you would initially start out by building a 5” quad and just seeing how things go until you realized what such a deep hole you were diving into... I’m pretty much just a GPS drone pilot up until this point, and so my question is, I’d like to get into the cinewhoop aspect of FPV, so, would it be wise of me, or not, to go out and purchase something like the Aerialvation cinestar , the complete turn key kit, DJI goggles, naked go pro, the whole kit and kabootle in one case, or would you recommend starting out by taking baby steps, something like you did?

[@JakeSloan]

I would start with something like the tiny hawk combo kit before jumping into anything more expensive. That is a great way to get started and then you can jump up from there.

[@airadaimagery692]

@@JakeSloan thanks! That is the one that I had on my radar. I already own a pair of fat shark dominators that I let other people wear when I’m flying my P4P, but other than that they rarely get any use. Thanks again for your reply, it’s really appreciated!

[@miguellasala5765]

Does this lens have autofocus in video mode? I think I just saw another video that said it only had AF in photo mode. Just trying to clarify.

[@JakeSloan]

It does. It functions exactly like a native Sony lens and the AF motors in this are fast and accurate in both photo and video modes

[@miguellasala5765]

@@JakeSloan Great! Thanks for your quick reply.

[@Kunal0915]

Just the video i was looking for. I too have the Sony A73. Will the tamron 70-180 be sharper cropped than the this lens? I can't justify having both. I am not a professional.

[@JakeSloan]

They are both very sharp and either one will do you very well but this is smaller and lighter than the 70-180 so that might make a difference for you

[@alahad4723]

What do you think about using this lens for motorsports in broad daylight paired with an A9? Do you think handhold panning shots need an in-lens OSS?

[@JakeSloan]

I think so for the distance you will be shooting from oss would be very helpful

[@mariah8197]

What’s the best affordable camera for someone getting into wildlife videography? Also why the tamron 70-300 over 18-300?

[@JakeSloan]

I would get into the Sony A7IV and the 70-300. the 18-300 is for APSC cameras

[@kc_13b67]

I'm interested in getting a tamaron 70-300mm as my first lense. Would you recommend this? My camera will be the Sony a6100.

[@JakeSloan]

actually for that I would look at the Tamron 18-300: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJXOZmifp7ejkJIsi=kt4DLcQefztHGtS

[@kc_13b67]

@@JakeSloanHi Jake, thank you for the reply. I’m interested in getting the 18-300mm after watching your video, however, I wanted to hear what you thought of the Tamaron 28-200mm. It doesn’t have VC but it has a slightly lower aperture. They’re around the same price on eBay.

[@stefanexplores]

Interesting! Bet you can get some really cool background compression with that thing. Aperture is maybe a little high for my liking. Nice video, Jake :)

[@JakeSloan]

you can get some really cool compression with it!

[@mckenziesmall6275]

What did you use to shoot this VID with? Also any post processing for the YT video we are watching - I'm on the verge of a camera lens purchase and like what I see with Tamron.

[@JakeSloan]

This was shot with the Sony A7sIII, I do very little post processing

[@mckenziesmall6275]

@@JakeSloan thanks for the quick reply, one last question. Is there a filter on the lens of the Sony a7 III? All of your videos(color wise) look fantastic.

[@JakeSloan]

No this is just my custom profile I made for the a7sIII. I will be sharing my settings for it soon!

[@mckenziesmall6275]

@@JakeSloan thank you! I definitely subscribed.

[@omarkhanlilcurry]

Hey Jake! Would this lens be good for overhead cooking shots? With a tripod? Would this be appropriate for video making?

[@JakeSloan]

for overhead cooking shots I would wait and see what the upcoming Tamron 11-20 is like. This lens would work but you might need something a bit wider for that kind of work. This lens would be excellent for video making though

[@omarkhanlilcurry]

@@JakeSloan thank you Mr. Sloan!

[@BigOvlogger]

Get warm with some hot coffee or cocoa. I enjoyed watching this video. The footage was outstanding and beautiful. Thumbs up from Kingsport, TN.

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you I appreciate that! It is incredibly beautiful when its this cold but its also that cold lol

[@BigOvlogger]

@@JakeSloan I guess we have to take the good with the bad. You weathered the cold but recorded some awesome footage. The goats on the cliffs were cool.

[@bradb3778]

What’s sharper? The Tamron 18-300mm or the Tamron 70-300mm? They come in at the same price point but I haven’t seen anyone do a comparison. Please help!

[@JakeSloan]

oh man they are quite close but I think the edge goes to the 70-300 but also the 18-300 is for APSC where the 70-300 is for full frame

[@bradb3778]

@@JakeSloan thanks Jake!

[@hannahmillington5781]

As I have never tried either lens, why would I choose the 70-300 instead of the 18-300 when they both have the same aperture at 300mm but the 18-300 gives me so much more versatility?

[@JakeSloan]

The 18-300 is for APSC where the 70-300 is for full frame so depending on which camera sensor size you use will make the difference

[@hannahmillington5781]

@@JakeSloan A6400 - just wondered if the 300mm end was better on the 70-300

[@HarrisonFamilyValues]

That's a lens I am doing research on also...

[@JakeSloan]

Nice

[@BigOvlogger]

Are you using the Sony a7sIII for this video?

[@JakeSloan]

yes I am and I LOVE it!

[@BigOvlogger]

@@JakeSloan I like the footage you capture with it.

[@kolapyellow7631]

Beautiful place. Will Tamron make 600mm for that price. ? My dream.

[@JakeSloan]

Me too!!!!

[@ricardosoriano7446]

Is this lens good for the a6400 without ibis

[@JakeSloan]

I would look at the tamron 17-70 for the a6400

[@mkg1037]

M4 with this lens arrived ❤

[@JakeSloan]

awesome!

[@present_artist1033]

Thanks for reviewing these Tamron lenses. Have you considered a “best overall telephoto lens” video comparing all the telephotos for Sony e mount? I’d love to get your take on best compact vs best budget vs best quality. Looking at the a6600 personally.

[@JakeSloan]

I have and I am actually working on it now

[@present_artist1033]

@@JakeSloan Oh very exciting, thanks! Will look forward to it :)

[@robmcculloch6925]

Hey Jake, does catalyst browse recognize the Tamron 70-180 and 70-300 for gyro stabilization? If so, I’m definitely getting one or the other. I can’t find info on this anywhere, so your wisdom would be greatly appreciated! I’ll owe you a coffee!

[@JakeSloan]

You know I haven't tested that yet but I will need to now lol. Stay tuned!!

[@sereginsfoto]

This is a parfocal lens?

[@JakeSloan]

It's been a while but I do not believe it is a truly par focal lens

[@MrDaemondays]

Really nice lens! And nice video! To bad it costs 700€ where I live. Still a great price for what you get, but 175 Dollars more is a lot of money as well.

[@JakeSloan]

Oh wow that is a lot more! Sorry to hear that.

[@Michaelpai1230]

My only gripe with Tamron is the coating they use on their plastic. A scratch magnet even if only cosmetic... Otherwise very nice lenses :)

[@JakeSloan]

I haven't had much issues with mine but yeah I get that they can scratch easier than some of the other lenses out there

[@BigOvlogger]

Hello my friend. Watching, now.

[@JakeSloan]

thanks a lot!

[@BigOvlogger]

@@JakeSloan You are welcome.

[@willcrespo24]

Tamron are very good lenses. For me I prefer wide angle lenses like the 17-28mm

[@JakeSloan]

I love my 17-28. I do hope tamron comes out with a 400 or 600mm zoom.

[@willcrespo24]

@@JakeSloan That would be very cool.

[@LFPXX]

379€ here now, so had to buy it 😅

[@JakeSloan]

Oh nice!!

[@smodjo]

I hate the missing focus lock button, since i wear my cameras always hanging around my hips on a sling. Damn, why the could not include that one. I would have paid more. I love the image quality and the form factor. Nice review btw

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you!

[@martin9410]

I recently bought a used mint Sony FE 70-300mm OSS G lens for about 700. The Tamron might be a bit sharper, but I still love the images I get with the Sony on my old a7rii. Plus the OSS really helps at the long end. I would never pay full price for the Sony however. Anyway, thanks for your great review! I did use the Tamron for a few days and did get some really nice sharp images, but had to crank up the shutter speeds quite a bit at the long end. So I spent about 150 more for the used Sony, but for me it was worth it. I'm not shooting wildlife but more outdoor events. If I were shooting wildlife, I think I would want at least a 100-400mm, or preferably even a longer zoom like a 200mm-600mm, but the cost of that Sony lens is about 2,000 dollars.

[@JakeSloan]

Agreed and great job getting a great lens on a discount lol! Nothing wrong with that

[@videomaker8532]

I just want an f11 500 or 600 lens that’s not super expensive

[@JakeSloan]

Tamron did release the 150-500 now that’s priced well

[@fotosvond_]

I have seen a comparison between this and Sony's 70-300 G OSS, with the Sony taking a dramatic loss in terms of IQ. :D However, at 300mm you would surely prefer to have OSS. But at around 400€, this is indeed a spectacular lens. I'll get this to take closer shots of the birds in our garden if they have younglings :D on the 7R III, you can take this up to 450mm in crop mode. That's a lot for that price.

[@JakeSloan]

At 300 any oss helps lol. Especially when you drink as much coffee as I do 😜

[@yodailycupotea]

I want to use this lens for prank videos

[@JakeSloan]

lol

[@BigOvlogger]

I was going to tell you Mt Mckinley was the tallest mountain in America, until I looked it up and discovered that Barrack Obama changed the name in 2015 to Mt Denali.

[@JakeSloan]

yep lol I thought about saying something about that but decided not to...

[@arditaferrari3546]

I thought Denali was the natives name and McKinley the US version, cool they officially adopted Denali!

[@NetvoTV]

Why the name change?

[@CocoKoi321]

they use nylon not plastic, plaastic is shatterable, nylon isnt

[@JakeSloan]

thanks for that

[@agentjtravel_walkthru4205]

Let me borrow that lens Jake 🤪 you have my address lol

[@JakeSloan]

Lol I had to send it back already

[@shaminder9349]

Firstly i want appreciate that you replying every comment on every video thats not easy good job.. also if you provide sample images in comparison it would be great 👍

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks! I thought about providing some of the imagery for comparison on this lens like I usually do and since you commented about it I will. Give me a day or two and check back for a link in the description

[@nlpix1]

This whole serie of tamron lenses are overpriced low quality. The previous usd series was overal much better, and cheaper. Since when is a plastic f6.3 lens for € 550 acceptable !!!! But if you sponsor enough reviews, it wil sell. I use a tamron 70-300 USD F4-F5.6 with a LA-EA5 adapter on a A7m2 bought the lens second hand for 150,00 work superb.

[@JakeSloan]

Glad you found a lens that works well for you

[@lllogggs]

This or the 18-400 mm lens?? Would really appreciate a response as I’m trying to order up !! Thank you 😊

[@JakeSloan]

which camera are you using?

[@lllogggs]

@@JakeSloan man i don’t even want to say now I already purchased!! Haha... I think I will be more than happy tho 😊 I got the a7iii, i know, still in 2020! It just stands out to me so much.... With 28-70mm and purchased the sigma 100-400mm. Great content btw love the channel!!