Tamron AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di-II LD SP ZL Aspherical (IF) Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Tamron AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di-II LD SP ZL Aspherical (IF) Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

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Binding: Electronics Brand: Tamron EAN: 0725211167013 Item Dimensions:410530125410 Label: Tamron Manufacturer: Tamron Maximum Focal Length: 50 millimeters Minimum Focal Length: 17 millimeters Model: AF016C-700 MPN: AF016C-700 Optical Zoom: 3 x Publisher: Tamron Release Date: March 08, 2006 Studio: Tamron Features: 17-50mm aspherical zoom lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for Canon DSLR cameras Delivers fast shutter speeds and natural soft-focus effect to produce sophisticated results 3 elements of XR glass, 2 hybrid aspherical lens elements, and 1 element of LD glass Minimum focus distance of 10.6 inches; internal coatings eliminate ghosting and flare Measures 2.9 inches in diameter and 3.3 inches long; weighs 15.2 ounces; 6-year warranty Accessories: Opteka OPT UV 67mm 67mm High Definition II UV 0 Ultra Violet Haze Multi-Coated Glass Filter Opteka OPT3FK67mm 67mm 3 Piece Pro Filter Kit Includes UV,PL,FLD Opteka OPT CPL 67mm 67mm High Definition II Multi-Coated Circular Polarizing Glass Filter 67mm UV Filter Tiffen Domke F-505 Lens Case - Compact Related Items: Tiffen 67mm UV Protection Filter Hoya HMC Haze UV(0) - Filter - UV - 67 mm Tiffen 67mm Circular Polarizer Tiffen 67mm Haze-1 Filter B+W 67mm UVA (Ultra Violet) Haze MRC Filter #010 see more Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: The SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 is a lightweight, compact, fast standard zoom lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras, expanding the product concept of the popular SP AF28-75mm F/2.8 zoom lens. In addition, portrait shots are made beautiful with the natural out-of-focus effect characteristic provided by the fast F/2.8 aperture. Additionally, a broader photographic expression through the use of faster shutter speeds as a result of the maximum aperture offers enhanced photographic pleasure. The lens boasts one of the best close-up shooting performances in the class of fast standard zoom lenses designed exclusively for digital cameras and featuring an F/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the entire zoom range, to ensure stress-free photographic shots at all focal lengths and distances. Amazon.com Product Description: The Tamron AF 17-50mm aspherical lens expands on the popularity of the AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di zoom, with a 17mm focal length that offers a wider angle of view than an ordinary standard zoom lens. Designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras with smaller-size imagers (24 x 16mm or smaller), the 17-50mm standard zoom is extremely lightweight and compact for its speed. And with a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the range, it delivers fast shutter speeds and a natural soft-focus effect that makes your photography even more sophisticated than usual. Superior image quality Constructed with cutting-edge Tamron elements--three elements of XR (extra-refractive index) glass, two hybrid aspherical lens elements, and one element of LD glass--this elegant piece of technology inherits Tamron's tradition of premium image quality and compact size. By incorporating Tamron's SP (super performance) and Di-II (designed exclusively for digital cameras) specifications, along with special internal surface coatings to eliminate ghosting and flare, you're guaranteed to get the superior performance you need from your digital camera. Broadening your horizons Tamron's SP AF17-50mm offers a wider angle than the standard 18mm zoom lenses ordinarily used with digital cameras. With a wider-angle focal length of 17mm (26mm equivalent), this lens is unbeatable for indoor photography, and for capturing full-length people shots or an entire building. The lens is also top-level in its class for minimum focus distance at 27cm (10.6 inches) across the entire zoom range, making it easier than ever to enjoy the creative combination of wide-angle and macro photography. Focal length: 17-50mm Maximum aperture: f/2.8 Angle of view (diagonal): 78 degrees (at 45 feet) to 31 degrees (11 feet) Lens construction: 16 elements in 13 groups Minimum focus distance: 10.6 inches Maximum mag ratio: 1:4.5 Filter size: 67mm Diaphragm blades: 7 Minimum aperture: f/32 Standard accessory: Flower-shaped hood Compatible mount: Canon AF, Konica Minolta AF-D, and Nikon AF-D Dimensions: 2.9 inches in diameter and 3.3 inches long Weight:15.2 ounces Customer Reviews Average Rating: Rating: - Not the most durable lens. Sharp and fast lens but drop it once and it will break. I dropped my and the plastic shattered. I have dropped my Olympus lenses that are also made of plastic more than once but they have never shattered. The only damage is a couple of dents. Impact damage is not covered under Tamron warranty so now I'm out of a very expensive lens. Oh it's also very loud. Rating: - My number one lens I have used this lens for over 2 years on a Canon XTi and XSi. I have shot 20,000 or more exposures using it for wedding, seniors and family pictures. It is extremely sharp. I do not use the kit lenses which came with the cameras and sold them off right away. I have made 24x30 prints which look wonderful. I had a problem earlier this year with this lens. I was getting an error message. I contacted Tamron, found my old receipt and sent it in. They fixed the lens for free. Tamron lens come with a 6 year warranty which is nice if you use the lens as much as I do. Make sure to hold on to your receipt in case you need a repair. Rating: - My first wide lens Just got my 17-50 Tamron lens. I cannot beleive how much you can fit on a picture with this lens. I used to own a 28-138 lens and when I took a picture of a tree- I could only get about 1/3 of the tree. With this lens I can get the whole tree and more! Comes with a lens hood which stays on my lens. It does not come with a lens case. The only con of this lens is that the AF motor is a little louder than most. It sounds like a dentist drill.I would definatel recommend this lens over the canon models. Canons costs about $600 more. I have been buying third party lenses lately and have gotten equal results compared to Canon models. This lens also has an f stop of f/2.8 throughout which makes this a fast lens. Rating: - BEST bang for buck lens EVER Simply put the image clarity you get with this lens is amazing. When you factor in that this glass is 50% of the cost of what you need to spend for a similar canon lens (which is NOT an L lens). The Canon 17-55mm sells for over $1k. The L glass 16-35mm sells for $1500. This glass compares to the L glass I own - I own the 24-70mm L and the 70-200mm f2.8 IS L (which is the BEST glass I have ever seen). The brightness - the ability to shoot in low light and this is a tiny lens compared to my L glass and light. Not light as in cheap - but light as in not heavy like the 24-70mm L. it shoots very sharp - not as sharp as my 70-200 - NOTHING is as good as that. The range is very useful - great for shooting people - works super indoors. I bought and returned a 50mm f1.4 canon prime because I felt this lens performed better than the 50mm prime with the zoom set to 50mm. IF you wish to buy a first upgraded lens for your camera and you can not afford a 70-200mm f2.8 IS L then buy this lens. Rating: - Lens great!, But no lens hood Product page says that an accessory lens hood was included with purchase. Shipment came in a timely manner but I found no lens hood in the box. I'm too lazy to return so I said f**&k it. see more