Views on Tamron 70 200 f2.8 G2

[cmcm789]

Thinking of upgrading my canon 70-200 4L and looking views on the tamron, preferably in comparison.

I use the canon lens on my canon RP and occasionally with a kenko 1.4 tele converter for sport with no issues. Focus is spot on with/without tc and images sharp wide open.

From the specs the tamron is an upgrade in every sense but in practice are there any downsides?

 

[billgatese30]

Apparently the Canon 70-200 f2.8L III locks on more reliably for fast sports photography from the reviews I read but i went for the Tamron and I am over the moon with it. You can get some lovely shots with it.


Caught by surprise by Chris Downes, on Flickr


Queen Vic by Chris Downes, on Flickr


Hard cornering by Chris Downes, on Flickr

 

[andrewwnbanks]

I owned the Tamron before moving to an R5. I thought it was a terrific lens. Definitely an upgrade on the Canon lens. Also beautifully made. The current Tamron lenses are great

 

[Wheezey]

I still own the tamron, but not on Canon, on a Sony mount though. Cracking lens. Tried the Sony 70-200 f2.8, but personally found the difference to be scientific, and a lot more expensive. Just my two penneth.

 

[Jit85]

I’ve owned one for over 2 years, paired with my Canon 6D Mk2. Brilliant lens, solid build, good focus, images are crisp.