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Steveo_Hants

13-05-2008, 12:24

Anyone been in the fortunate enough position to try both of these lenses? I am swaying towards the Sigma.

Moos3h

13-05-2008, 12:29

I can't say I've tried the Tammy, but the Sigma is FANTASTIC.

Cheers,
James

Steveo_Hants

13-05-2008, 12:36

I can't say I've tried the Tammy, but the Sigma is FANTASTIC.

Cheers,
James

How did I know you were going to say that James!

DarknFuzzy

13-05-2008, 13:18

I have been looking at both these lenses too. I have read very good reviews of both lenses which made the decisions harder.

My trouble is that I cannot find anywhere that the tammy in stock (Pentax fit), I rang Devon Cameras to order today as their site showed it in stock, unfortunately the site was incorrect.

I am now wondering whether to wait or order the Sigma 24-60 which (if my math's is correct with my APS 1.5x sensor) would be equivalent to a 36-90. The only reason I went for the tammy was the extra reach to be honest.

I'll be interested to see which you go for.

Steveo_Hants

13-05-2008, 13:24

I'd be interested to see which you go for to Fuzzy. This has turned in to a western style shoot out, who will buy first!!!!!

DarknFuzzy

13-05-2008, 14:02

Well, wait no longer!!

After waiting over a month for the Tammy I decided to go for the Sigma, especially after recent reviews i read. The nice people at Warehouse Express had 1 left in stock, so i'm glad i did.

Should be here tomorrow!:woot::woot::woot:

Moos3h

13-05-2008, 14:08

Nice! You'll be pleased :) Fantastic lens

Cheers,
James

DarknFuzzy

13-05-2008, 14:10

Thanks James. :)

RobertP

13-05-2008, 14:17

I had the Tamron and it was excellent. Pretty sharp wide open too.
Sold to John (Dark Star) when I moved to full frame and I think he was pleased with it too.

Steveo_Hants

13-05-2008, 14:22

DarknFuzzy

13-05-2008, 14:48

Will do, IF i can get out on my lunch and do some test shots, i'll post them for you.

DarknFuzzy

14-05-2008, 11:47

It's Arrived! And looks oh so sexy. :woot::woot::woot:

I'll try to take some test shots on my lunch and post them. :)

DarknFuzzy

14-05-2008, 19:15

Stevo, not sure if u have made the plunge yet but here are a few quick test shots I did tonight. Havn't done much PP so i'm sure they could be better. :)

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/gallery/data/500/IMGP4626_399x600.jpg

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/gallery/data/500/IMGP4662_800x487.jpg

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/gallery/data/500/IMGP4675_399x600.jpg

I couldn't find anyone who let me do a portrait so Chimp had to do: :)

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/gallery/data/500/IMGP4616_399x600.jpg

From my initial use I am loving this lens, extremly versatile, build quality appears solid i'm very pleased with it so far.

I hope this helps you make your decision.

marky_h

14-05-2008, 19:51

I can certainly vouch for the Tamron (http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=60838) - fabulous lens.

Monkey

14-05-2008, 20:00

havnt used the tamron, but my sigma is absolutly spot on, my only criticism is the creep when aiming high or low ( i.e. not horizontal ) but you son get used to it and i feel its a small price to pay for the IQ. For a sub £200 lens it beats a hell of a lot more expensive ones in terms of build an IQ

Steveo_Hants

15-05-2008, 02:17

Stevo, not sure if u have made the plunge yet but here are a few quick test shots I did tonight. Havn't done much PP so i'm sure they could be better. :)

From my initial use I am loving this lens, extremly versatile, build quality appears solid i'm very pleased with it so far.

I hope this helps you make your decision.

Awesome stuff mate, looks pin sharp from that flower shot.

Just ordering mine now, will take 2 weeks to arrive though, the joys of living in Western Australia!!!!

DarknFuzzy

15-05-2008, 06:44

Wow, long delivery time!

It'll be worth the wait. :)