Bookmark and Share



Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di-II LD Aspherical [IF]  Hot PDF Print E-mail
Lenses Tamron
User rating
out of 5
Editor's rating
out of 5
Reviewed by:

View details
Read editor review
image
Camera Gear Rentals
User Images
Lens Summary

Overview

 

Product Overview

Di II: Lenses are designed for exclusive use on digital cameras with smaller-size imagers and inherit all of the benefits of our Di products. These lenses are not designed for conventional cameras and digital cameras with image sensors larger than 24mm x 16mm.

This ultra wide-angle zoom lens for digital SLR cameras, with the first-ever Focal length range of 10-24mm-the 35mm equivalent of 16mm ultra wide-angle to 37mm semi-wide-angle-is a perfect tool for creating dramatic landscape, cityscape,a nd seascape imagery. At the ultra wide-angle setting, you'll be able to capture vistas beyond what the eye can see. At the semi-wide-angle setting, you'll capture scenes with angles of view almost as spectacular.

Lens Specifications

Generic Lens Specifications
Lens Type: Zoom
IS / VR / OS: None
Min Focal Length (mm): 10
Max Focal Length (mm): 24
Number of Elements: 12
Element Groups: 9
Max Aperture: 3.5
Diaphragm Blades: 7
Closest Focus Distance (m): 0.24
Maximum Magnification: 1.5
Filter Type: Screw In
Filter Diameter (mm): 77
Diameter at widest (mm): 83
Lens Length (mm): 86
Weight (g): 406
Release Date: September 2008

Details


Specifications

Model B001
Lens Construction (Groups/Elements) 9/12

Angle of view
(Equivalent to APS-C size)

Diagonal 108°44'-60°20'
Horizontal 98°28'-51°36'
Vertical 75°19'-35°29'
Diaphragm Blade Number 7
Maximum Aperture F/3.5-4.5
Minimum Focus Distance 0.24m (9.4")
Macro Magnification Ratio 1:5.1 (at f=24mm, MFD:0.24m)
Filter Diameter ø77
Weight 406g (14.3oz.)
Diameter x Length ø83.2mm x 86.5mm
(3.1in x 3.9in)
Accessory Flower-shaped Lens hood
Mount Canon - Coming Soon
Nikon with Built-In-Motor- Available
Pentax - Coming Soon
Sony - Coming Soon

Price Tracking

USA Lens Price History

Field of View of this lens

Visualise the Field of View of this lens

Help and Feedback on the FOV tool here

Amazon Price US

Amazon Price UK


User Lens Reviews

Average user rating from: 9 user(s)

Overall rating (weighted)
3.8
Sharpness
3.8
Build Quality
3.4
AF Speed
4.3
Value for Money
3.8
 

Add new review


2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

Stunning lens at a great price!, Sunday, 30 May 2010


Overall rating (weighted)
5.0
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Purchased to shoot a quick job (2 days), with plans to sell it immediately afterward. Focal length and aperture are identical to the Nikkor, so I figured I would later settle upon that lens for these focal lengths. Well, after shooting my job (Architecture) I noticed incredibly well controlled distortion, along with an outstanding lack of vingetting at most focal lengths, with only a Bit showing up at 10mm that disappears by f/5.6. Sure, I read the reviews on this lens, with few being positive on all aspects of this lens. Many complain of it's sharpness, or lack thereof. I'm not experiencing any problems; it does an excellent job. Show me an ultrawide (>90 degrees) retrofocus for ANY camera that performs at its best wide open and i'll show you some killer oceanfront property in Phoenix. Despite the complexity of an ultra-wide retrofocus zoom for a small format camera, it delivers results that look great next to all my other prints made with nikkors. Actually, some of the best nikkors: 24/2.8, 50/1.8, 55/2.8 micro, 85/1.8, and 180/2.8ED. These are all great performers and this tamron's prints hold their own next to theirs. Ultimately, for me, the proof is in the print. Great lens. Great Price.
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful

Good lens for the money, Tuesday, 18 May 2010


Overall rating (weighted)
3.8
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
3.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
3.0
This lens tested well in most cases. You do need to be aware of the lens distortion on the 10mm side and using the proper techniques to help minimize them as mush as possible. Also because of the ultra wide angle, the lens shade gives little protection outdoors. Best to have a large flat object such as a card board or a portable reflector to hold above the lens to eliminate sun from getting into the lens that would create flair when shooting outdoors. IT is what it is, and should be expected when using this type of focal length lens.
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Useful focal range but it's not very sharp, Saturday, 14 November 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
2.3
Sharpness
2.0
Build Quality
2.0
AF Speed
3.0
Value for Money
2.0
I bought whis lens to give it a try to Tamron after reading several reviews and comparing against the Sigma and Tokina. I use it with a Rebel XTI (400D) and a complementation of a 24-105L. I like it, construction is good, distortion very well controlled, cromatic aberrations is just ok, sharpness is just ok on the center but regular to bad on the corners, even at f5.6, f8 or f16. I did some home test with some friends that own Canon 10-22 and Sigma 10-20. I believe that Canon is the best choice between these three options. Second place to Sigma (sharp a little better)I don't mention tokina because a have not try it.

Conclusion: It's ok but it is not impressive to say "WOW!!!!".
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful

NOT SURE, Thursday, 03 September 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
4.0
Sharpness
3.0
Build Quality
3.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I have been wanting a super wide angle lens for my cannon EOS 30D, and this was a great price, and I have another Tamron lens! BUt not sure if they are not truly compatible?
Takes GREAT pictures outdoors and in good light, Depth of field, range, ...... no fish eye, ... BUT in doors ( where I really wanted it) I take a picture, look at it in the view finder, looks good. Get to a computer, pictures are all dark? NOT at all the light values when pictures was viewed earlier? Canon dealer, said, "should have bought a canon lens" (what a stupid response!), and just to busy to figure out what is wrong? So for now, I really haven't used it?
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Quality build, more distortion than expected, Tuesday, 25 August 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
3.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
3.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
3.0
Using this lens with a 40D, I was underwhelmed with the results and will return it and try with the Sigma. The build quality and feel of the lens was very good. I use the excellent Tamron 18-270 so the company has satisfied me in the past.

As with any wide angle lens, the principal concern is going to be distortion and my expectations were realistic. Some barreling is normal. What surprised me is how often the aberrations crept out of the corners to the heart of the images. Not always, mind you. The problem is most severe when you've got the lens wide open -- but then isn't that part of the point of this lens? Also you do get different results depending on stop but i didn't find a consistent solution. Moreover, I'd rather not have to factor that in for every shot.

A couple of other points. Focusing was really good in the center of the image but pretty soft at the corners. Again, there was variation. Color representation was good and consistent.

This lens may turn out to be better than the competitors and I may end up having to re-purchase it but first I'll check out the Sigma and, if necessary, the Canon.
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

A Good Performer especially in this zoom range, Thursday, 30 July 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
4.3
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
I acquired this lens to add to provide me with an ultra-wide zoom for landscapes and indoors uses. I do not routinely shoot in this focal length range, so I was hesitant about spending so much on the Canon 10-22mm, although the Canon 10-22mm is by all accounts, fantastic. I have had very positive experiences with Tamron in the past, and decided to give this lens a try over the Sigma equivalent. Cosmetically, the lens is very lightweight but feels solid in the hands, and the zoom ring takes some getting used to as it rotates in the opposite direction as Canon brand lenses. The finish on the lens is very nice and the included lens hood fits nicely, but provides only minimal protection to the front element. This is understandable since this lens is an ultra-wide zoom, and larger lens hoods would cause Vignetting and shadowing problems. The lens hood does a nice job of protecting from lens flare issues. The lens extends only a small amount when zooming. Performance wise, the lens is quite soft wide open, which is somewhat disappointing but not a major issue for my own uses. It is something to be acutely aware of nonetheless. However, stopped down to f/8 or narrower fixes this problem, and at f/8 and narrower, the lens is very sharp with very nice color Contrast and saturation. Sharpness falls off again at f/22, but between f/8 and f/16, the lens is excellent. CA is nicely controlled as is Barrel Distortion, both of which are common big problems for many lenses in this focal range. I was pleasantly surprised with this lens's control of CA as I was expecting it to be much worse than it is. I borrowed a friend's Tamron 11-18mm lens, and my 10-24 was VASTLY superior with regards to problems with CA and barrel distortion and adds a complete stop of speed. The upgrades that Tamron has made with this lens are very noticeable and worth the extra cost over the previous generation Tamron ultra-wide zoom lens. The autofocusing is very quiet, accurate, and fast. Overall, this is a very nice alternative to the vastly more expensive camera-branded lenses like the Canon 10-22mm or the extremely expensive Nikon super-wide angle lenses and provides very good quality in this zoom range.
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

A Good Performer especially in this zoom range, Thursday, 30 July 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
3.8
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
3.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
I acquired this lens to add to provide me with an ultra-wide zoom for landscapes and indoors uses. I do not routinely shoot in this focal length range, so I was hesitant about spending so much on the Canon 10-22mm, although the Canon 10-22mm is by all accounts, fantastic. I have had very positive experiences with Tamron in the past, and decided to give this lens a try over the Sigma equivalent. Cosmetically, the lens is very lightweight but feels solid in the hands, and the zoom ring takes some getting used to as it rotates in the opposite direction as Canon brand lenses. The finish on the lens is very nice and the included lens hood fits nicely, but provides only minimal protection to the front element. This is understandable since this lens is an ultra-wide zoom, and larger lens hoods would cause vignetting and shadowing problems. The lens hood does a nice job of protecting from lens flare issues. The lens extends only a small amount when zooming. Performance wise, the lens is quite soft wide open, which is somewhat disappointing but not a major issue for my own uses. It is something to be acutely aware of nonetheless. However, stopped down to f/8 or narrower fixes this problem, and at f/8 and narrower, the lens is very sharp with very nice color contrast and saturation. Sharpness falls off again at f/22, but between f/8 and f/16, the lens is excellent. CA is nicely controlled as is barrel distortion, both of which are common big problems for many lenses in this focal range. I was pleasantly surprised with this lens's control of CA as I was expecting it to be much worse than it is. I borrowed a friend's Tamron 11-18mm lens, and my 10-24 was VASTLY superior with regards to problems with CA and barrel distortion and adds a complete stop of speed. The upgrades that Tamron has made with this lens are very noticeable and worth the extra cost over the previous generation Tamron ultra-wide zoom lens. The autofocusing is very quiet, accurate, and fast. Overall, this is a very nice alternative to the vastly more expensive camera-branded lenses like the Canon 10-22mm or the extremely expensive Nikon super-wide angle lenses and provides very good quality in this zoom range.

UPDATE: Recently, this lens took a serious tumble from about 3 feet off the ground onto a hard tile floor. The only damage was a ding on the lens cap! I'm impressed.
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Tamron AF 10-24mm with a Nikon D90, Thursday, 16 July 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
3.8
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
3.0
Value for Money
4.0
I use this lens in conjunction with the Nikon 18-70 on the D-90 body.
The build Quality of this lens is great but I would have to complain about the lens hood its a little too large for a compact carry case.
Picture quality is great with very low distortion and fringing at corners. Some times the AF takes time to focus in on extreme lighting conditions
Why should you care what I think?
My relationship with this item: I own it
Conclusions at a glance
Would you recommend this Item: Yes
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful

Tamron AF 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 for Canon. Biggest ban, Wednesday, 25 March 2009


Overall rating (weighted)
4.3
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
As a professional photographer since 1969, I've worn out more equipment than I care to admit. Carrying Nikon, Canon and Maymiya cameras all over the world sometimes becomes a burden. I decided to give this lens a try after reading the specs on Tamron's website. I use a Canon 50D for my daily point & shoot. It's light and with a vertical grip fits my hand better than my D700. I'm just beginning to use the Tokina. On the surface it appears well made (6 year warranty.) It focuses quickly albeit a little noisy compared to Canon 10-22. The range of the lense (10-24mm) is an asset to a non-full frame sensor camera. Team this lens up with 28-135mm & 75-300 zooms and you have a bag that you can actually carry for most circumstances encountered. So far so good. Next thing to do is run it through my battery of tests. I'll update this review as soon as tests are done. Initial perspective. Good focal length range, appears shape with low vignetting. Very low distortion with no fisheye effect. Small size. Great lense cap.
Was this review helpful to you? yes     no


 
< Prev   Next >
[ Back ]

News | Forum | Lens Reviews | Teleconverter Reviews | About Us | Contact Us | Glossary | How To
Lens News | Lens List | © 2008 Lens-reviews.com