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Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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Brand Tamron
Focal Length Description 150-600
Lens Type Telephoto
Compatible Mountings Nikon F (FX)
Camera Lens Description 600 month

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  • New FLEX ZOOM LOCK mechanism enables the locking of the zoom ring at any position
  • Fluorine Coating and improved Moisture-Resistant Construction;Optical Construction : 21 elements in 13 groups
  • Lightweight and easy-to-hold tripod mount is compatible with an Arce-Swiss style quick release plate
  • AF speed is faster and much more responsive with moving subjects
  • VC performance is 4.5 stops (VC mode 3) and offers three modes optimized for different shooting situations
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Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (6 Year Limited USA Warranty)

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  • Lens, Lens hood, rear cap, front cap

  • From the manufacturer

    World acclaimed ultra-telephoto zoom reborn; meet the all-new next generation

    Tamron 150-600mm G2

    The SP 150-600mm G2 (Generation 2) ultra-telephoto lens with upgraded optical performance enables handheld shooting with remarkable definition. This new lens builds upon the success of the current SP 150-600mm (Model A011) which Tamron first introduced in December, 2013, including better overall optical performance and faster AF speed, VC enhancements, plus Fluorine Coating, FLEX ZOOM LOCK and compatibility with optional 1.4X and 2X teleconverters. Rebuilt from the ground up to meet Tamron’s strict quality standards and design specifications, this new zoom combines smart engineering and high performance with quality craftsmanship, durability and user friendliness.

    Tamron 150-600mm G2

    Enhanced optics meet greater versatility

    The SP 150-600mm G2 includes three LD (Low Dispersion) lens elements which completely eliminate axial and transverse chromatic aberrations. It also features upgraded optical construction (21 elements in 13 groups). Anti-reflection technologies, eBAND (Extended Bandwidth & Angular-Dependency) Coating and BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating improve light transmission and suppress internal reflections, including light reflected off the camera’s image sensors. So even when taking a backlit or semi-backlit photograph, ghosting and flare caused by reflected light are fully eliminated. Additional enhancements expand the lens’ versatility. For example, MOD (Minimum Object Distance) has been reduced to 2.2m (86.6 in) so you can enjoy tele-macro photography and dramatic bokeh.

    Tamron 150-600mm G2

    Additional enhancements expand the lens’ versatility. For example, MOD (Minimum Object Distance) has been reduced to 2.2m (86.6 in) so you can enjoy tele-macro photography and dramatic bokeh.

    Capture the moment with sharpness and accuracy

    Tamron 150-600mm G2

    The Model A022 is equipped with the USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) ring-type motor that delivers excellent responsiveness and control. AF speed is significantly improved from current model, and it enables accurate high-speed focus even when capturing moving subjects. When shooting with AF, the Full-time Manual Focus override allows you to instantly make fine focusing adjustments manually, without having to switch between modes.

    Keep it steady with improved VC

    Tamron 150-600mm G2

    The VC (Vibration Compensation) effectiveness is equivalent to 4.5 stops, based on image stabilization performance levels established by CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) when using in VC MODE 3. Model A022 now has three types of VC modes, and it is possible to choose the optimum VC mode according to the situation for taking a photograph, such as when wishing to pan the camera. The improved VC minimizes blurring caused by slight camera movement, which is prevalent with long telephoto lenses and even more troublesome with higher-resolution cameras. VC enhances the freedom of hand-held shooting at slower shutter speeds required by low-light conditions such as dusk. VC MODE 1 is the standard mode that strikes a great balance between the stability of the viewfinder image and the stabilization effects. VC MODE 2 is exclusively used for panning. VC MODE 3 prioritizes the stabilization of the captured images and forgoes the stabilization of the viewfinder image. With the optional accessory TAMRON TAP-in Console, you can custom the configuration of VC MODE 1. Choose the viewfinder view of either Standard or viewfinder image priority.

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    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    179 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, quality and sharpness of the lens. They mention that it works well, is perfect for bird photography and that they're very pleased with the results. They're also satisfied with the value, appearance, and distance. That said, some complain about the weight and autofocus.

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    17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lens. They mention that it works well, is excellent, and is perfect for bird photography. They are very pleased with the results, and say it works great indoors with their D750 and Nikon Z7ii. The autofocus and the VR work just fine, and the lens functions very well in low light conditions. It is reliable and works perfect out of the box.

    "...With the adapter works just fine, the autofocus and the VR. Now Nikko have a new option with 200-600 mm, with a price similar to this lens + adapter...." Read more

    "...Thats what I got!!!Update: Works perfectly with Nikon Z7 and FTZ adapter - focus is lightning quick and VR remains OUTSTANDING." Read more

    "...The lens feels very well made and thought out...." Read more

    "...I have tried it with the Kenko TC 1.4x and it works well. It will be f/8, so only center focus point and good light...." Read more

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention it is a beautiful lens, and it captures great images. Some reviewers also say that the lens is great for birding and outdoor photos.

    "...The tripod collar is well-designed and just works. It's unremarkable in its functionality in that it does what it's supposed to...." Read more

    "...The lens feels very well made and thought out...." Read more

    "Great lens. I was impressed with the results from first day. It is heavy so it’s good to get a strong monopod...." Read more

    "This has been a fantastic lens. Has been excellent for wildlife photos has taken my shots to a new level." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the camera lenses. They mention that when the focus is locked on, it's very sharp.

    "...This lens is sharp. Tack sharp. Ridiculously sharp...." Read more

    "...barbeque grill and the license plate on my car from 200 paces - all were razor sharp, hand held. Color was vibrant, distortion was zero...." Read more

    "...now, having gotten used to it, I like it a lot as relating to color, sharpness, and overall image quality, with a couple caveats...." Read more

    "...When focus is locked on, it's very sharp. And the manual focus override is super easy to use...." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the lens. They mention that it's a great optically for the price and definitely worth getting.

    "...it offers over the original Sigma and Tamron 150-600's are well worth the extra money while it offers most of what the Sigma Sport does at a much..." Read more

    "...that issue. I am a bit disappointed because it is a great lens for the price. I will wait for the Nikon 100-400..." Read more

    "An excellent lens for the price. I am using it with a Nikon D850. It is a moderately heavy lens but you can use it hand held...." Read more

    "...chuck or lock the lens down so I don't get any lens creep.well worth the money." Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the lens. They mention that the color is vibrant, distortion is zero, and the lens produces beautiful pictures. They also appreciate the fact that thechromatic aberration is essentially zero.

    "...Chromatic aberration is essentially zero, and is the least of any lens I own, even wide open...." Read more

    "...Color was vibrant, distortion was zero. Yes, its heavy. Its also 600mm....so yeah, its gonna be heavy. BUT AWESOME heavy...." Read more

    "Unbelievable lens! Just beautiful pictures, works great indoors with my D750! Just a great buy!" Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the distance of the camera lens. They mention that it is a great lens for distance, the shooting distance is more than they expected, and it is the best long-range zoom for sports.

    "...The auto-focus is quick and accurate. The shooting distance is more than I expected...." Read more

    "Great lens for distance..." Read more

    "Best long range zoom for sports...." Read more

    34 customers mention23 positive11 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the autofocus of the camera lenses. Some mention that it's fast, clear, and exceeds expectations for focus and resolution, while others say that it can get confused at times, the manual focus ring is essentially unusable, and is slow in low lighting. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it is a great lens.

    "...With the adapter works just fine, the autofocus and the VR. Now Nikko have a new option with 200-600 mm, with a price similar to this lens + adapter...." Read more

    "...Update: Works perfectly with Nikon Z7 and FTZ adapter - focus is lightning quick and VR remains OUTSTANDING." Read more

    "I use this this lens with a Nikon D850. The autofocus works flawlessly for me and I have not missed a shot due to the lens being too slow...." Read more

    "...I find the manual focus ring essentially unusable because the throw distance is so short, but I'm not sure why you'd need it on a lens with AF this..." Read more

    15 customers mention3 positive12 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the weight of the camera lenses. They mention that it is too heavy and bulky for their needs and is difficult to carry around.

    "...putting filters on the front because they'd be so expensive and hard to carry around...." Read more

    "...Color was vibrant, distortion was zero. Yes, its heavy. Its also 600mm....so yeah, its gonna be heavy. BUT AWESOME heavy...." Read more

    "...are normal/good for a lens of this range/price. Not lightweight, but works just fine for carrying in the field and using handheld over extended..." Read more

    "...I use this lens hand held exclusively and find it's size and weight reasonable considering the reach...." Read more

    Great lens.  Much improved over original version, but check with seller before buying
    5 Stars
    Great lens. Much improved over original version, but check with seller before buying
    I dropped my Sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens while on a birding vacation when my camera strap broke. When searching for a replacement, theTamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 (I'll just call it the G2 from here on) jumped out as the best choice in this class.The original Tamron 150-600 and the Sigma Contemporary are similar and I loved my Sigma. Looking at the alternatives, the Sigma Sport version is both heavier and more robust, but is also double the price of the contemporary. The Sigma 60-600 is compelling for its range, but it is 50% heavier, too and also expensive.The Tamron G2 is the "Goldilocks" lens in this group because it is only a couple of ounces heavier than the original Tamron and Sigma lenses but offers dust and water sealing they don't. It's also compatible with Tamron's Tap-In console that allows you to tune the lens in useful ways. Sigma's lenses are also compatible with their dock, and Sigma's does offer some different features, but the ability to tune the Tamron at 18 different focal length/focus distances is most compelling.I bought a Tamron G2 from this Amazon listing. There were several sellers at the time on this listing, all offering the lens for the exact same price. So I chose the one closest to me geographically as I was still on vacation birding and wanted it as fast as possible.After using it for a few days, I noticed that the autofocus was very inconsistent. Hey, it happens. I did try to tune the lens with Reikan FoCal once I returned home from the trip, but the issues seemed to be with the autofocus itself. I wrote Tamron and asked for suggestions. The reply I got was surprising. Nowhere in the Amazon listing was anything mentioned about the lens being an import/gray market lens. But, sure enough, Tamron informed me that the lens I bought was an import/gray market lens and would, therefore, not be covered under warranty and would not be repairable by them.I liked the lens, especially the aforementioned sealing and tuneability, the Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount, and, especially, the flex lock on the zoom. After starting the return to Amazon, I wrote the other sellers for this listing, all still offering the lens at the same price, and found that it is a mix of authorized and unauthorized sellers selling either Gray market/Import lenses OR US versions. There is no point in mentioning the sellers by name as they could have changed by the time you read this, but if you are considering this lens or any other, suggest emailing the seller ahead of purchasing to ensure that you are getting a US market product. If you do order one, the thing to look for is the Tamron hologram on the top of the box. If it's missing, you have likely purchased a gray market lens. Doesn't mean it won't work, but Tamron-USA won't touch it if you need it serviced.Aside from the issues noted, the G2 is an excellent lens. The features it offers over the original Sigma and Tamron 150-600's are well worth the extra money while it offers most of what the Sigma Sport does at a much lower price.
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    Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2018
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    5.0 out of 5 stars An incredible telezoom workhorse
    Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2018
    I was concerned about this lens from some of the negative reviews, but after using it heavily over the past month, I have nothing but praise for it.

    This lens is sharp. Tack sharp. Ridiculously sharp. Its focus plane at 600mm, even at f/8, is razor thin, so any front/back focusing will make shots unusable. Verify that your copy is good with a test strip before heading to the field to avoid frustration. Mine was fine out of the box, and the crazy fast AF finds focus instantly to boot. When using the focus limiters it's even faster. It's less of a journey to focus as the motor turns, like on my Nikkor AF-S G 50mm, and more of only a slight delay before "you have arrived at focus." This is shooting on a Nikon D750, which has a good, but not the best, AF system. I find the manual focus ring essentially unusable because the throw distance is so short, but I'm not sure why you'd need it on a lens with AF this effective.

    Chromatic aberration is essentially zero, and is the least of any lens I own, even wide open. I've forgotten about Lightroom's CR removal tool at this point.

    OS is amazing. I usually leave it in mode 1, but occasionally find modes 2/3 useful. If I get in a stable position I can easily shoot at 1/100 and below at 600mm, which is extremely handy when I don't want to setup my tripod.

    The only thing I wish this lens had/did is accept small rear filters. I haven't even tried putting filters on the front because they'd be so expensive and hard to carry around. I already have to deal with 150mm square filters for my 15-30mm, and that's about all I'm willing to put up with in a single backpack. Being able to use little 52mm circular polarizers or the like would be really nice, but truthfully I don't find myself wanting filters very often when using this lens. The enormous lens hood pulls double duty keeping dust and debris off the objective, and it's easy enough to clean with good lens wipes.

    The tripod collar is well-designed and just works. It's unremarkable in its functionality in that it does what it's supposed to.

    I can't believe this lens goes for as cheap as it does, even at full retail. If you get a good copy, you'll have no regrets. If you get a bad copy, that's why you buy from Amazon.
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent option for a Z6II
    Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023
    It's a great option if you don't have the money for a Z lens in your mirrorless camera, as my Z6II. With the adapter works just fine, the autofocus and the VR. Now Nikko have a new option with 200-600 mm, with a price similar to this lens + adapter. So, depends of what you have now.

    I used a lot in Pantanal, and Brasil, also in Colombia, from where I am from, inside the jungles photographing many animals, from birds, reptiles and mammals. I have enjoyed this lens to much.
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    Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars WOW, just WOW
    Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2019
    I got this lens today and slapped it on my Nikon D800. Id read enough reviews to already know the functions of the many buttons, zoom lock, etc., but was fully prepared mentally to have to tweek using the Tamron Tap-In console to get it sharp to my very picky eye. Nope. This baby was perfect out of the box. I LOVE THIS LENS. I took bird pictures and a bunch of test pictures of exciting subjects such as the temperature gauge on my barbeque grill and the license plate on my car from 200 paces - all were razor sharp, hand held. Color was vibrant, distortion was zero. Yes, its heavy. Its also 600mm....so yeah, its gonna be heavy. BUT AWESOME heavy. The build quality is great and it is well balanced. Please note that I have heard of and experienced myself that sometimes you just "get a bad copy" with Tamron. If you dont get GREAT results, you got a bad copy and dont try to convince yourself youre just being too picky. Send it back. With this lens, you can expect perfection. Thats what I got!!!

    Update: Works perfectly with Nikon Z7 and FTZ adapter - focus is lightning quick and VR remains OUTSTANDING.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great lens. Much improved over original version, but check with seller before buying
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023
    I dropped my Sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens while on a birding vacation when my camera strap broke. When searching for a replacement, theTamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 (I'll just call it the G2 from here on) jumped out as the best choice in this class.

    The original Tamron 150-600 and the Sigma Contemporary are similar and I loved my Sigma. Looking at the alternatives, the Sigma Sport version is both heavier and more robust, but is also double the price of the contemporary. The Sigma 60-600 is compelling for its range, but it is 50% heavier, too and also expensive.

    The Tamron G2 is the "Goldilocks" lens in this group because it is only a couple of ounces heavier than the original Tamron and Sigma lenses but offers dust and water sealing they don't. It's also compatible with Tamron's Tap-In console that allows you to tune the lens in useful ways. Sigma's lenses are also compatible with their dock, and Sigma's does offer some different features, but the ability to tune the Tamron at 18 different focal length/focus distances is most compelling.

    I bought a Tamron G2 from this Amazon listing. There were several sellers at the time on this listing, all offering the lens for the exact same price. So I chose the one closest to me geographically as I was still on vacation birding and wanted it as fast as possible.

    After using it for a few days, I noticed that the autofocus was very inconsistent. Hey, it happens. I did try to tune the lens with Reikan FoCal once I returned home from the trip, but the issues seemed to be with the autofocus itself. I wrote Tamron and asked for suggestions. The reply I got was surprising. Nowhere in the Amazon listing was anything mentioned about the lens being an import/gray market lens. But, sure enough, Tamron informed me that the lens I bought was an import/gray market lens and would, therefore, not be covered under warranty and would not be repairable by them.

    I liked the lens, especially the aforementioned sealing and tuneability, the Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount, and, especially, the flex lock on the zoom. After starting the return to Amazon, I wrote the other sellers for this listing, all still offering the lens at the same price, and found that it is a mix of authorized and unauthorized sellers selling either Gray market/Import lenses OR US versions. There is no point in mentioning the sellers by name as they could have changed by the time you read this, but if you are considering this lens or any other, suggest emailing the seller ahead of purchasing to ensure that you are getting a US market product. If you do order one, the thing to look for is the Tamron hologram on the top of the box. If it's missing, you have likely purchased a gray market lens. Doesn't mean it won't work, but Tamron-USA won't touch it if you need it serviced.

    Aside from the issues noted, the G2 is an excellent lens. The features it offers over the original Sigma and Tamron 150-600's are well worth the extra money while it offers most of what the Sigma Sport does at a much lower price.
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    ulises escobar
    5.0 out of 5 stars La atención del vendedor y La calidad de imagen
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 29, 2022
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    5.0 out of 5 stars La atención del vendedor y La calidad de imagen
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 29, 2022
    Este lente es increíble, ligero, rápido enfoque y con una distancia focal maravillosa, no le veo ninguna contra en comparación con lentes del mismo rango, el precio a la mitad de costo de otros lentes similares hace que doblemente valga la pena la compra. el sistema de estabilización es muy bueno, he tirado a 1/60 a 600 mm y he logrado fotos bien estabilizadas. no lo dudes y prueba este 150-600 de tamron. vale la pena cada centavo invertido.
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    Cor Dikland
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent despite lack of Canadian warranty
    Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent despite lack of Canadian warranty
    Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2019
    I purchased this (US Version) for $1404.00 and with tax this came out to $1589.00. As another reviewer has already commented, you can not register this lens for warranty because (1) you would need an US address (2) US prooff of purchase. Because this was purchased through amazon.ca , I will have to live without the warranty. The alternative would have been to purchase the CAN version for $1999.99 + $260.00 tax. I figured the $700.00 savings is worth the risk of no warranty. Now for the lens its self.

    The very first shots it took were hand-held at at 600mm (shutter speeds from 250-500). I was blown away by the sharpness and clarity. This lens is quite heavy and not particularly easy to hold steady. The VC modes seemed to deal with my unsteady hands quite well. In most cases, however, I would recommend a tripod.

    Next I compared this lens with my nikon 70-300m taking some shots of smal text on a street sign both lenses were set at 300mm. At the very least, the Tamron was at least as sharp.

    While its weight of 5 Lbs doesnt seem that big of a deal, it certainly weights me down when combined with the rest of the gear AND now the need to carry a tripod. With some of the great results I have been getting so far I will live with this extra "burden"
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    Vicious
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best value for money lens
    Reviewed in India on May 12, 2019
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    steve thomas guile
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great kens
    Reviewed in Canada on September 24, 2021
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great kens
    Reviewed in Canada on September 24, 2021
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Rápido enfoque y buena calidad
    Reviewed in Mexico on February 8, 2020