12-19-2010, 01:55 PM
This lens is giving me a headache...
Overall, the results look great, just like one would expect from an L telezoom.
I have to say that I'm rather surprised by the Bokeh test, though. Judging from samples on the web, it looks like this lens has a tendency towards nervous bokeh.
The only thing that really, really bugs me is the price, since it's even more expensive than the 70-200 f/4 IS + EF 1.4x Extender II.
On the other hand, handling the TC can be quite a headache too if you need the full range. I've tried that setup and didn't like it, although the image quality was superb, even at 280mm wide open.
So I'm wondering how well the much cheaper Tamron 70-300 VC holds up as an interim solution (especially @APS-C).
Overall, the results look great, just like one would expect from an L telezoom.
I have to say that I'm rather surprised by the Bokeh test, though. Judging from samples on the web, it looks like this lens has a tendency towards nervous bokeh.
The only thing that really, really bugs me is the price, since it's even more expensive than the 70-200 f/4 IS + EF 1.4x Extender II.
On the other hand, handling the TC can be quite a headache too if you need the full range. I've tried that setup and didn't like it, although the image quality was superb, even at 280mm wide open.
So I'm wondering how well the much cheaper Tamron 70-300 VC holds up as an interim solution (especially @APS-C).