I had/have the motorised NON VC version that i used before going full frame & it was pretty good. my D2Xs was quite picky with lenses & it seemed to like that one.
it took 2 goes to get a good one as the first one i had was a bit soft & seemed to underexpose, so not sure if it had a diaphram issue or not but the second one i got was much better.
its not as solid as the 17-55 f/2.8 Nikkor so you might have to take a bit more care when out & about but its pretty capable & they're certainly cheap enough (quite a bit lighter too)
Don't worry I have done the same before. On the phone app at present so cannot see what other lenses you have, so the question is why do you want the Tamron 17-50? The reason I ask is that I wanted one as well but for now have decided to use what I have because apart from the f2.8 I do not think it will give me anything extra to what I already have.
That is the non vc one. I was looking at the same one. The only thing putting me off is various reviews stating issues with build quality. Also with the DR one you do not get the 5 year tamron warranty. If you buy from UK store you pay about £80 more but get the 5 year warranty.
ive done a write up on the review of a VC one - dont belive internet fact - the non vc version is not any better... the VC is a must and i can hand hold shots at 1/4 of a second easily ! its a great lens and miss it greatly when upgrading to FF
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