In addition to the post below, here are some sample shots taken with the new Tamron 70-300mm. It is taken @ f/8, ISO 200
Some more shots of the lens (it does have the metal mount),
Image quality test will follow next week.
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7 comments:
Wow, that's a really nice bokeh. Very clear and the colors are vivid.
though i went shooting yesterday i didn't have a chance to use this lens. those pics are lookin' good!
what's the significance of the metal mount?
Thank you for the kind words.
Metal mount vs. Plastic mount is basically a durability issue. It has nothing to do with fuctional issues. Most cheaper lenses come with plastic mount including Canon brand. Considering that $360 Tamron 18-200mm has plastic mount, $170 lens with metal mount is a notable thing :)
richard is right; that's why there is somewhat of a cult following for the Canon 50/1.8 mk I (metal & discontinued) vs the Canon 50/1.8 mk ii (plastic) also affectionally referred to as "fantastic plastic" or "nifty fifty"
try looking for a mk i (~$150) vs buying mk ii ($80) and you can see what people are willing to pay for a metal mount - no functionality difference like richard said, but durability
j3: oh, you're right! my 50mm 1.8 has a plastic mount. interesting.
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