( 10 reviews )
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Posted: 12-06-2008
When I purchased my D80 2 years ago Tamron lens came with it, so I decided I would purchase their 18-200mm lens because I NEVER had problems.(I purchased the lens in October 2008.}Most of the time I leave the settings on auto. I went to a hockey game and that is when it happened. The camera would not take a photo. On the menu the F stop would show "F - -" and the flash icon was blinking. I could not believe this was happening. Well I sent it back for a replacement. After I got the replacement from Amazon, I was going to take pictures of my nices soccer game and guess what happned. Yes it happened again. I did read my manual and the "F - -" means there is not lens or the lens is not attached. I have not found anything on the internet of anyone else having this problem. I have updated the firmware on the camera. It worked fine for a while. The last time that this happened I unattached the lens then attached it back and it worked. I do plan on contacting Tamron. I am glad it has a 6 year warranty. It does take some great pictures. My instructor says "Its not the camera that takes a bad pictures its the person taking the photo". I do hope that one else has had the same problem.
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Posted: 05-29-2008
Good zoom range and price...but no Image Stabilizer, and made from plastic. The pros are that it is half the price of Canon lens, and a good all-in-one lends. Rather than carry two lens (e.g. 18-85 and 70-200)this lens is a good wide angle plus walk around plus zoom all-in-one. Cons is that the glass is not comparable to mid-line Canon lens; the plastic body allows dust to collect under the glass; Image Stabilizer is needed (esp. for travel); a metal body is needed for durability (esp during travel). That said, what this lens has going for it: its price, it's range, and its decent output quality. A worthwhile lens for those with discerning budget and photos needs.
