Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens Review

Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Verdict

The lens is very easy and satisfying to use and the price is certainly attractive. The optical performance is actually excellent overall, the sharpness only falling off at very small apertures. Of course, one of the unavoidable facts of optics is that at longer focal lengths those small apertures soon becomes very small indeed and very susceptible to diffraction effects. Bearing in mind though that high shutter speeds will likely be needed for wildlife and sports it is hardly a major issue.

Processed through Photoshop, with a bit of judicious sharpening where needed, the end results are crisp and very impressive.

Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Pros

Excellent sharpness where needed
Low CA
Low flare
Excellent handling
Fast silent and accurate AF
Moisture resistance
Compatibility with TAP-In module
Compatibility with 1.4x Converter

Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Cons

Slow maximum aperture
Tripod mount could be included
Unsophisticated tripod mount design
Slightly “busy” bokeh

Features: 4.5/5

Handling: 5/5

Performance: 4/5

Value: 4.5/5

Overall Verdict

4.5/5

Specifications

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