Tamron SP 5.6/300mm (54b) and Nikon D800

[Rolf]

Today I used this lens the first time with a D800. Here more information concerning the lens

http://www.adaptall-2.org/lenses/54B.html

I got very good results with a Pentax K-5 (APS-C Sensor) see here

http://forum.mflenses.com/tamron-sp-5-6-300mm-54b-additional-samples-t53386.html

Today then my first results with a FF sensor. I'm very surprised regarding the IQ. This lens is more than 30 years old and performs very well with a modern FF sensor. Some samples below.

Nikon D800 with Tamron SP 5.6/300mm (54b) at ISO 800 and f/ 5.6. Click on the image for larger version.















and a final sharpness test

[Attila]

Magnificent samples ! I had twice it was always hard to sell, I couldn't afford to keep it.

I think full frame sensor is more forgivable and shows much more IQ from same lens than crop one.

[pich900]

Looks really sharp even on the D800 and it has a great colors rendering, stunning lens I would say ....

[Rolf]

Many thanks, I'm really very happy with this lens. If you could get one, try to buy it. This lens is not very expensive and the price/performance ratio is perfect.

[Orio]

Some great compositions in there, my favourite is #4!
Great colour and contrast work in the whole series.