Tamron SP 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A

2009-10-01
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30AI am thrilled to receive my new used lens with Tamron SP 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A. It is my upgrade and replacement for Tokina AT-x SD 80-200mm f/2.8 with 'A'. I have not seen a lens of this weight over 3 lbs and even the lens hood is a metal and has a leathery gripping sleeve similar to those found in the the focusing ring sleeve. It is such a well built lens and I think this is the BEST adaptall-2 lens that I have ever touched. I thought of disposing of my other Tamron SP 70-210mm f/3.5 adaptall-2 19AH but I was glad no one shows serious interest when I listed it for $120. The 30A cost more in the ball park of $200 to $350. I once saw a used one for $200 and I hesitated due to its weight. And this one that I get don't come with a tripod collar ring and I happen to have a matching Canon 3rd party tripod ring for cheap. It will do fine for now

Metal lens hood reverse mounted
The most heavy duty lens hood that I have seen
extremely well done in mounting and dismounting
solid like a industrial steel pipe with style
Model #: 82FH
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
A temporary tripod ring with 66mm
for Canon 70-200mm f/4.0 L lens
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
The most heavy duty metal lens hood
that I have ever used
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
Filter size is 77mm

product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
The focusing ring is again top-notch like the 19AH
no zoom creep,
quick focusing with precision
about 3/5 turn in the focus throw
This lens make you scream with joy in manual focusing
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
Lens Hood and Tamron SP flat field 2x Telconverter 01F
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
With 2x Teleconverter 01F mounted
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
Rightly deserves the Tamron adaptall-2 p/ka adapter
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
I tried out few test shots in wide aperture and normal use. I was blown away with great bokeh, sharpness and ease of use with the lens. It is no doubt quite heavy but I see it as second nature when a lens can offer outstanding image quality at wide aperture. I will hopefully study the lens and share with my friends soon.

1/250 sec, f/2.8, 85mm, iso 100, +0.3 Ev
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
1/200 sec, f/5.6, 150mm, iso 200, 0 Ev
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
1/60 sec, f/5.6, 150mm, iso 200, 0 Ev
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
1/100 sec, f/5.6, 150mm, iso 200, 0 Ev
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A
1/80 sec, f/5.6, 150mm, iso 200, 0 Ev
product and test shots of Tamron sp 80-200mm f/2.8 adaptall-2 30A

Impressions & Notes
  • This is the best manual focus zoom lens that I have ever used.
  • I consider myself extremely lucky and not shy away from the heavy weight.
  • I will test more and update my impressions.
  • I am so far blown away with image quality and build of this zoom lens. It is in another class by itself in the SP adaptall-2 lens collection.


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9 comments:

street_vision said...

Hin, Everything I have ever read on this lens is positive. I look forward to reading more of your findings.

Somanna said...

Could you post a photo of the lens attached to the camera? I would like to see a reference to the size. Also, what is an adaptall??
That bokeh in that first shot is creamy... oh my...

Hin Man said...

@Javier, much thanks for the visit and comment. I am nuts about the new toy. I wish I have your muscular arms and I am all set for the heavier setup

@Somanna, though the lens is heavy, it is not too big. It is roughly the size of the DA* 50-135mm with bigger filter size in 77mm. But it is much heavier than the DA* zoom. I will hopefully post a comparison picture later.

Hin Man said...

@Somanna, I was wrong about its size. The lens is much bigger than the DA* 50-135mm when I put them next to each other. What was I thinking?

Ripafratta said...

Nice to know that the (cheap) Canon 3rd party tripod ring fit the Tamron. I think it's the one for the Canon 70-200mm f/4 L. Is their quality acceptable for sporadic, non professional use or just a waste of money?

Hin Man said...

It is good that you ask. That tripod ring is extremely good with the Tamron lens. I bought it based on my findings that it works with Pentax FA* 300mm f/4.5 and I hope it works with my F* 300mm f/4.5. It doesn't work on my F* 300mm as it is a bit bigger than the len barrel. With the Tamron, it is a bit tight but still manage to close down for a tight fit. The tripod actually help me to stabilize my use with the heavy lens in a strange way. I will recommend that tripod to others but the size may not fit to all lenses mentioned.

Zhou Yu said...

Got a copy of this lens recently. But from 80-100mm, it can not focus to infinity. Does yours have the same problem? Thanks.

Zhou Yu said...

BTW, I confirm that this is a fantastic lens in terms of image quality. For sure more test is needed.

Hin Man said...

Mine does not have any problem with infinity focus in 80-100mm range. Please do check if your adaptall-2 adapter can work without issues if you happen to have another adaptall-2 lens. A recent shoot that I did with Bunnies and Cats

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