Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Review

Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Verdict

For the Bridge camera user moving up to the larger format of a lightweight DSLR, or indeed for anyone wanting to travel light without constantly changing lenses, the appeal of an 18-400mm lens is plain enough. That Tamron has been able to do this in such a small lens is impressive, especially as the cost has been kept within reasonable boundaries.

The lens is reasonably priced and offers a single lens solution for travel. For small prints and the web, there will be users who could be very happy with this but performance at 400mm is not sparkling.

However, full marks to Tamron for pushing back the boundaries and breaking the 300mm barrier in superzooms.

Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Pros

Zoom pushed to 400mm
All in one travel lens solution
Compact for specification
Well made
Moisture resistant
Reasonable price
Effective VC

Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Cons

Images soft at 400mm
Obvious edge CA

Features: 4/5

Handling: 4.5/5

Performance: 2.5/5

Value: 3.5/5

Overall Verdict

3.5/5

Specifications

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