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Tamron AFA012N700 SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Wide-Angle Lens for Nikon F(FX) Cameras

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Focal Length Description 15-30 millimeters
Lens Type Wide Angle
Compatible Mountings Nikon F (FX)
Camera Lens Description 30 month

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  • Vibration Compensation for sharper images
  • Maximum diameter: 98.4mm.Minimum Focus Distance : 11 in(028m), Focal Length : 15-30 mm
  • USD Ultrasonic Silent Motor for quick and quiet focusing
  • 9 blade round aperture for ideal bokeh effects, Works with full frame DSLR cameras
  • Fast 28 maximum Aperture Angle of View : 110 degree 32 minutes - 71 degree 35 minutes
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Tamron AFA012N700 SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Wide-Angle Lens for Nikon F(FX) Cameras


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The Tamron SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI VC USD (MODEL A012) offers superb image quality and performance. Able to cover modern full frame DSLRs, the 15-30 zoom range offers great versatility in all photographic situations. With an optical construction of 18 elements in 13 groups and XGM (expanded Glass Molded Spherical) element placed at the front group and several LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements in the system, aberrations such as geometrical distortion and lateral color are efficiently compensated for enabling the zoom lens to deliver outstanding image quality throughout the entire range from corner to corner. Due to the large diameter and the prominent convex profile of the front element, it is not practical to use a protective filter. For the first time, a fluorine coating is applied to the front element, which repels water or any type of dirt, while making it easier to remove such smudge when contaminated. Tamron’s Ultrasonic Silent Drive delivers tack-sharp images due to the high torque and fast response speed with least amount of lag time, yet with extremely low acoustic noise. Equipped with a full-time manual focus mechanism, fine focus adjustments are enabled without exiting from the AF mode. Natural and smooth blur on the subject background enhances depictive capabilities of wide-angle photography when a subject is located in the close distance. The 9-blade diaphragm construction retains a near-circular aperture opening even when stopped down by two steps from its full open position and delivers ideal bokeh effects. Recognizing the needs for image stabilization capability on a wide-angle lens voiced by a number of photographers, especially for a full-frame, fast F/2.8 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens category, VC is tuned for providing discernible competence throughout the entire zoom range. The feature enhances image depicting capabilities for shooting night scenes and under low light conditions.

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
229 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, sharpness, and picture quality of the lens. For example, they say it's a beautiful lens, very sharp for landscapes, and produces amazing pictures. They appreciate the build quality, saying it'll wear well and is well assembled. That said, some complain about the weight.

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46 customers mention46 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that it is an amazing lens, superb, and beautiful. Some say that it provides unique perspectives at 15mm and is perfect for completing your lens pallet.

"...The lens is great for both ventures, as it provides unique perspectives at 15mm, while allowing the photographer to switch to 30mm for more..." Read more

"Arrived two days in advance of estimated arrival date. This is an AMAZING lens...." Read more

"...The build quality feels impressive and the lens cap is amazing but at the end of the day it just doesn't replace the 14-24mm...." Read more

"...sharpness (even at F/2.8)2. least distortion (for zoom),3. fine VR (I could click 1/2 second handheld with acceptable results).4...." Read more

38 customers mention38 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that it is fantastic, delivers gasp-worthy sharpness, detail, and accuracy on the D810. The lens is very sharp for landscapes and is also a good astrophotography lens. The lens has a super sharp center and the corners are crisp with minimal distortion. The sharpness is clear and contrast is so much.

"...The sharpness is fantastic, the 2.8 speed is incredibly useful, and the ultra-wide angle is irreplaceable,..." Read more

"...bit softer at the long end like almost all zooms, but with excellent central sharpness and very good behavior at the borders and even in the corners..." Read more

"...The Tamron has very good sharpness and contrast wide open and gets better stopped down...." Read more

"...My copy is incredibly sharp even at 30mm. It is almost comically large and heavy but feels incredibly well assembled...." Read more

30 customers mention24 positive6 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the lens. They say it produces amazing images, with sharp and surprising bokeh. Customers also say it's a great asset to their photography, and can even deliver some great bok.

"...Now to what really matters, the image quality. Losing one mm on the low end to the AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm F2.8G ED was a minor concern...." Read more

"It's big and heavy.Photos are sharp at wide open, as good as 16-35 F4L IS at F4. Just a reminder, this is a 2.8...." Read more

"...will soon be known as the new king of UWA lenses, due to it's excellent image quality, fast 2.8 aperture, and VC, while being available in Nikon,..." Read more

"...Autofocus was very quick, and images were extremely sharp...." Read more

28 customers mention28 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the lens. They mention that it is well-built, has a perfect wide angle range, and is top notch. The direction of the light makes the lens quite strong for portraits. It is a spectacular piece of engineering and a solid winner from Tamron.

"...The quality felt top notch but given the extremely poor performance of my NiSi S5 filter holder ([..." Read more

"...and gaining six mm in the other direction makes the lens quite strong for portraits...." Read more

"...However, it balances nicely at the end of my D800E, and both the zoom and focus rings, though somewhat stiff, move smoothly and precisely...." Read more

"...near perfect, a worthy competitor to Nikon's 14-24mm, and is built like a tank. However, this comes at the price of being very heavy...." Read more

28 customers mention27 positive1 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lens. They mention that it has a fast and accurate AF performance, and the improvement in edge/corner performance is welcome. The lens has worked flawlessly since day one, and it has an incredible job. The VC works fantastic, and provides excellent image quality.

"...The sharpness is fantastic, the 2.8 speed is incredibly useful, and the ultra-wide angle is irreplaceable,..." Read more

"...At F2.8 with VC on, it's also a relatively fast lens...." Read more

"...The improvement in edge/corner performance relative to the Tokina is also welcome...." Read more

"...Focusing is fast and accurate. However, on my 5D3, there was a bit of focusing hunting at low light." Read more

23 customers mention20 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the camera lens. For example, they say it's unbeatable for the price, worth every ounce, and the optics are worth the weight. That said, some say the lens is big and heavy.

"...A great value for the money – it replaces potentially three expensive native mount primes..." Read more

"...Lower price. I'm willing to pay for the gear I use to make money, but I HATE to overpay...." Read more

"I am really impressed with this lens. The quality to price ratio is as high as I've found. I used the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8 for several years...." Read more

"...For me, it was worth every ounce. On a Nikon D750, I mostly shot this lens indoors which were sometimes dim and atmospheric...." Read more

27 customers mention18 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the distortion of the lens. Some mention that it adds character to their photos, while others say it is minimal and behaves well. The lens is incredibly wide and provides unique perspectives at 15mm. However, some say it's big and heavy, while other say it has a small lens cap.

"...fantastic, the 2.8 speed is incredibly useful, and the ultra-wide angle is irreplaceable,..." Read more

"...The lens is great for both ventures, as it provides unique perspectives at 15mm, while allowing the photographer to switch to 30mm for more..." Read more

"...However I suggest a better camera strap with this lens ... it's big and heavy...." Read more

"...The Tamron also seems to handle distortion better (some barrel distortion at 15mm), although my distortion test was hardly rigorous...." Read more

33 customers mention6 positive27 negative

Customers find the weight of the lens to be extremely heavy. They mention that it's big and heavy, and with the added VR, it gets a bit of extra weight.

"...This a big lens. It's heavy, large, and in charge...." Read more

"...big and heavy.2) bulbous front element means you will need supersized filter if you want to put filters on this...." Read more

"...Ergonomically, this lens is a beast. It is heavy and huge--bigger in fact than both the Nikon 14-24 and Tokina...." Read more

"...Of course with the added VR, you also get a bit of extra weight....The Tamron is 4.6 oz. heavier, and a bit fatter as well...." Read more

A Real Keeper...Just!
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A Real Keeper...Just!
My review title might seem like a knock on this lens. On the contrary, it's more a testament to how good competitive lenses are. I have owned the Nikon 14-24, Nikon 18-35G, and Tokina 16-28mm. The 14-24 is tremendous and unequaled from 14-20mm, but someone offered me a good price, and I foolishly decided to give it up. I still have the 18-35 and the Tokina. Both lenses are amazing in their own ways but have flaws. The "cheap" Nikon has amazingly consistent across-the-frame IQ but doesn't go wide enough, whereas the Tokina is wide enough, but has weak corners. Both lenses are superb by f/8. In short, the Tamron is better than both...just.Ergonomically, this lens is a beast. It is heavy and huge--bigger in fact than both the Nikon 14-24 and Tokina. Not long ago, I would have rejected it due to its size alone. However, it balances nicely at the end of my D800E, and both the zoom and focus rings, though somewhat stiff, move smoothly and precisely. The lens has markings for 15, 18, 20, 24, and 30mm, so it's easy to dial in your desired focal length. Impressively, the EXIF data is consistent with the external markings, so there's no need to hunt (unlike with the 18-35 or the Sigma 24-105) for a specific FL. Interestingly, the fields of view (FOV) for given focal lengths were very close between the three tested lenses. None of the lenses were extra wide or extra long for a given focal length. I found this reassuring. I did not test the vibration control (VC). All shutter speeds were kept high enough not to make a difference. All shots taken were handheld.As stated before, the IQ is very close between the lenses. I really had to pixel peep to see differences, but there were indeed differences. The Tamron did dominate in the area of chromatic aberration. It was much better controlled than either of the other two lenses. The Tamron also seems to handle distortion better (some barrel distortion at 15mm), although my distortion test was hardly rigorous. For IQ, the Tamron is much better than the Tokina at f/2.8. The Tamron has very good sharpness and contrast wide open and gets better stopped down. The Tokina is weak wide open but gets real sharp and contrasty stopped down. Arguably, the Tokina is sharper in the center at f/4 and f/5.6 under 24mm, but there's hardly a sheet of paper between the two lenses. However, the Tokina's advantage/similarity dissipates rapidly away from the center where the Tamron is much better. The Tokina is just soft near the edges, and the Tamron is better here. By f/8, the Tokina has acceptable edges, but the Tamron is still better. This pattern is true throughout the FL range. However, the Tokina's center IQ falls off noticeably at 24 and above. It's not bad, but again the Tamron is better.The Nikon 18-35 is much more competitive on the IQ front, but has the 3mm disadvantage at the wide end (hugely significant), and the variable max apertures are non-starters for many (this deficiency does not bother me much). The Nikon has strong edges and corners and wide open is better in the corners than the Tamron. However, the Tamron catches up in the corners when stopped down to f/4 (at FLs of 18-24mm) and is marginally sharper in the center. Note, that due to field curvature and other optical anomalies, the Nikon was sharper in some parts of the image and especially in (some) of the far corners. The Nikon is just that good. But the Tamron over all was sharper especially at and near the center. At 30mm the Tamron is at its weakest. Wide open, the Nikon is much better. However, the Nikon is f/4.5 wide open at 30mm to the Tamron's f/2.8. Stopping the Tamron down to f/4.5 pulls it even with the Nikon. I frankly could not tell the difference in the center, and other parts of the image were mixed.All-in-all the Tamron won the competition, but it did break a sweat. It's a keeper because I shoot in low light, and it will be great having a usable f/2.8 (I do not consider that aperture usable on the Tokina for anything other than emergencies), and its better CA handling is welcome. The improvement in edge/corner performance relative to the Tokina is also welcome. However, if you are on a budget, and don't really need a strong f/2.8, 15mm and/or VC, the Nikon 18-35mm is a very compelling alternative. You really don't give up much at all in IQ. If you need at least 16mm and/or f/2.8 and can't afford the Tamron, then the Tokina won't disappoint you. However, if you want the best sub-$1500 UWA lens, even if you'll rarely see the difference, then by all means get the Tamron.
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