Tamron 60-300 3.8-5.4 SP & 28-70/3,5-4,5

[IAZA]

My friend asked me, whether this lens could be used on DSLR. I told him, it could be. then he said he will show me this lens.
2 days ago he brought this lens (Tamron 60-300 3.8-5.4 SP), 28-70/3,5-4,5 not SP , and tele converter ( too bad it has very bad fog). All in adaptall Tamron mount, but no adapter. all in box incl papers & leather bags

I: all can be used in DSLR but you have to find adapter
He: Adapter is difficult to find?
I: yes, difficult. and it's difficult to focus too, if you compare to modern AF lens
He: Ok, You better bring all of them, maybe you can use it, more
I: ??? ( can tou guess what I said?)

I never have experience with Tamron adaptall. no aadapter too, just watch soe in *bay
Anybody has experience with both lens?
Is it worth to buy adapter? or should I throw away them ?

[iangreenhalgh1]

The 60-300 SP is a well regarded lens, probably worth getting an adapter for that one.

http://www.adaptall-2.org/lenses/23A.html

[luisalegria]

Adapters are easy to find on ebay.

New ones are being made in China.

Look for Adaptall-2 mount for your brand of DSLR.

Like this -

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tamron-Adaptall-II-Lens-Canon-EOS-Adapter-60D-600D-1100D-50D-7D-5D-II-550D-1D-/250888792421?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a6a232965

[ManualFocus-G]

The 60-300 is mega sharp, stop down to f7.1 to eliminate purple fringing though.

[IAZA]

Thanks everyone, for suggestion on 60-300

the 28-70 159A is on sale for $99here
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/53229-USA/Tamron_A59200_Zoom_W_A_Tele_28_70mm_f_3_5_4_5.html

and new one is $210 here http://focuscamera.com/product.asp?id=826563030#Description

I will buy the adapter. thanks Luis for the link
Looks it's worth to try.

[ManualFocus-G]

The 28-70mm normally sells for about $15 used

[LucisPictor]

[IAZA]

I found 28-70/3,5-4,5 has two version 44A & 159A both non SP, but I don't know what's the different

[LucisPictor]

That one:
http://www.adaptall-2.org/lenses/44A.html

... is a really good one and the model I have never seen going for $15,- here.

If you find that lens in good condition for 15 bucks, don't hesitate.

[ManualFocus-G]

The last few on ebay finished (combination of both models):

£16.21 (sold, 4 bids)
£9.99 (sold, 1 bid)
£10.00 (unsold, no bids)
£15.00 (sold, 2 bids with Nikon adapter)
£19.99 (sold, 2 bids with M42 adapter)
£18.75 (sold, 2 bids)
£10.00 (unsold, no bids)
£5.00 (sold, 1 bid with M42 adapter)

So maybe closer to $20.00.

Get shopping in the UK folks

[IAZA]

My adapter from Hongkong ( luis suggested) arrived.
Today I brought both lenses to visit friend.
I was excited to try 60-300 first, but weather and situation isn't suit for it. I tried it anyway, but no good result. I have to push ISO up to 800 minimum, and I don't like it.
beside, it's heavy too for NEX, and flare is killing me, CA...
I'll try another day next time.

I really surprised results of 28-70, here..


cocotree by iaza, on Flickr


cow by iaza, on Flickr


snake by iaza, on Flickr


lion by iaza, on Flickr

I like bokeh here, don't judge sharpness here, he's moving

iya by iaza, on Flickr

[martyn_bannister]

I think 28-70 is a good lens. Even better is the 35-80mm SP (01A) HERE

[Paul]

Yes there are 2 different version of the 28-70 (none of them being from the superior SP-series):
The old one has 62mm filter, the new one being smaller.
The old one is optically much better.
I had both - no only the old one....

The 60-300 is a very good but heavy tele zoom lens.
I had it and compared it to the Tamron 70-300 Di and the Sigma APO 70-300:
The 60-300 was always better, the AF-zooms needed 1-2 f-stops closed to get nearly the same quality.
But the Tamron SP 5.6/300 + SP 2.8/80-200 are even better.... (but a lot more expensive too).

Try the 60-300 as a macro lens - you might be surprised!
(only at 60mm if I remember correctly - it's already some years ago now)

[Olivier]

Seaking about adaptall-2 adapters, I bought this one and it is really good !

http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120587648596&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Just to share.

Iaza.
A 60-300mm... you're a lucky guy !
Any samples ?

[IAZA]

Yes Paul macro funtion is really amazing from Tamron, I dont like flare/lack of contrast of it. the 28-70 not SP is better in this case
Olivier; yeah but this lens is too heavy for my Sony NEX so I rae using it, beside.. I have new toy My samples with this lens are far from your shot Olivier, that I feel shame to upload

[Phenix jc]

I've bought a 60-300mm for 20 EUR recently ; I was very surprised how sharp this lens is ! (300mm).
But : Heavy, no tripod mount, push-pull zoom with the 300mm at the far end, so you have to put your hand on the far end of this long zoom to focus : Not convenient and not discret for hunting. CA wide open. Odd macro position at a too close distance.
The 28-70mm was my "low cost" trans-standard zoom during my film years : A good lens : No more, no less. CHEAP !
I still have this lens but never tried it on digital...

[Olivier]

[IAZA]

Toss Phenix for the 28-70... This lens is great cheap one.
Ok olivier here my shot with 60-300, the weather was heavy rain on first shot. On 2nd shot I have to push ISO too, so itsnt high res.
my copy has some fungus, is it affect on flare/lack of contrast? I found its very prone to strong light, even with hood.



this is strange fruit with 28-70

[Olivier]

Thanx Iaza

First one is quite noisy.
Else, I think fungus (haze ?) is a reason for lack of contrats and strong light prone.

[Nelson]

[Olivier]

Well done Nelson.

Leboncoin is one of the last sites where we can make bargains. I should look at it more often.

For instance :
http://www.leboncoin.fr/collection/257867521.htm?ca=17_s

At this price, a real bargain.

[IAZA]

I got mine with fungus & maybe haze. I'll clean later. I even have leather bag, manual, carton box & guarantee card. but no adapter
The body like new though.
If anyone has this lens please share, so I can judge whats wrong with mine. Thanks

[Nelson]

here are some shots with mine
http://323i.e30.free.fr/galerie/MF/Tamron23A/

a resized sample

[Olivier]

Nice ones Nelson.

8 blades, isn't it ?
What was the focal length and aperture ?

Of course, it's not a canon 70-300mm f4-5.6 L IS USM, but Iaza, I think that after you'll manage cleaning, you'll be very happy with it.

[Phenix jc]