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17-50 AF 2.8 XR Di II LD Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Nikon AF image
 
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Brand: Tamron
Located in: Photography, Camera Lenses
Di II: Lenses are designed for exclusive use on digital cameras with smaller-size imagers and inherit all of the benefits of our Di products. These lenses are not designed for 35mm film cameras and digital cameras with image sensors larger than 24mm x 16mm. 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. 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. 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.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.5 stars
(based on 2 reviews)
 
Great Lens
By DAVerified Purchaser from Fresneaux, CA on 10/12/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Strong Construction
Cons:
Slow Focus, Tough To Attach
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Wildlife Photos
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron 17-50 AF 2.8 XR Di II LD Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Nikon AF:

Great lens. Definitely improves quality of pictures over kit lens.

[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
a perfect upgrade for your kit lens
By JoeVerified Purchaser from Long Island, NY on 11/7/2008
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Upgrade
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tamron 17-50 AF 2.8 XR Di II LD Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Nikon AF:

I was using the Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G with my D200 before I got this lens. I wanted something with similar range but fast, yet affordable. This lens fit the ticket perfectly, and after using it for a few weeks with my D200, I have never looked back since.

At first though there were a few issues keeping the lens communicating with the body, but after twisting the lens back and forth on the mount while holding the release in (like many have suggested), the lens does not have any autofocus or communication issues.

In terms of image quality, this lens certainly outperforms my old 18-55mm, as well as the bokeh being quite pleasant. Photos that I have taken are very sharp even wide open (which is the way I like to shoot).

The autofocus speed isn't as fast as AF-S but the focus speed should be no problem for most people. I shoot a lot of railroad and transit photos and this lens has no problem tracking the LIRR going by at 80mph.

I would definitely recommend this lens to anyone looking for a cost-effective upgrade for their Nikkor kit lens.

(Note: I have the second revision of this model with the built-in focus motor)

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