I own one of these lenses, used it almost exclusively on my last vacation. I think its flexibility is its strength. I was on a safari at the end of the trip and the lens made it easy to capture photos of animals from a distance.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Great example of use for this lens!
@AE1PT5 ай бұрын
XT-5 user here for the last year. I have been shooting Nikkor glass via a Fringer. Great stuff, but while my NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is a FINE lens, combined with the Fringer is a heavy, unbalanced beast. An awesome looking one for sure, but tiring when working street and events. This is my first native X fit lens, and MPB just sent me one that was in the OEM box and that I could not tell a difference from unboxing new. It's as light as my beloved NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR (actually a bit less without the Fringer) and is balanced perfectly. Sleek (almost too much so) and the focus is instant! The zoom ring is a bit stiff, but that's OK as I sure won't worry about lens creep. And a very big surprise for me (something that no one seems to mention) is that at a full 300mm extension, there is ZERO wiggle or slop! You are right about the construction feel. Metal has its own aura--but all plastics are not created equally. I feel the plastic--but it has a nice dense, solid, well-made feel. Not as substantial as the substance of metal barrels, but a hell of a lot lighter to tote around! I think that this one is a keeper...
@cris_photography5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience - much appreciated! Take care
@theinstructor26879 ай бұрын
I recently bought one of these in Sony emount. I have several fast prime lenses that I use for specific shooting situations. But, the 18-300 is on my camera all the time. It's an excellent all around lens that works well for just about any impromptu shooting situation I find myself in. A very useful lens and well worth the price.
@cris_photography9 ай бұрын
Can’t agree more with you! Thanks for your feedback!
@svenyss7 күн бұрын
I own the Fujifilm X-T5, the Fujinon 10-24mm f4, also the 23mm f2, the Fujinon 35mm f1.4 (legend) and the 18-200mm from Tamron. All are really decent lenses for different needs but the Tamron is simply just a weapon when you don't know what's gonna happen and you wanna be prepared for all kinds of shots. ;-) I love it although I use mostly the 23mm and the 10-24mm as I do street and travel photography mostly. But when I'm a a zoo for example the 17-300 is just a no brainer.
@cris_photography7 күн бұрын
Well said!
@aiswarp7755 Жыл бұрын
The best review by far because your video contains sample footage. Nice work
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot - much appreciated
@brochg Жыл бұрын
Hi Cris! Thank you very much for doing a great review on the Tamron 18-300! You just sold one! I just purchased an XT3, and have been looking for a lens just like this for it. When I used to shoot a Nikon D70s, I had Tamrons 18-200, and absolutely loved it. I expect I'll love this one the same.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Hello there, thanks for your message - happy it was helpful to you!
@davalvideo Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of the great information. I'm purchasing the Fijifilm XT-5 along with this lens. For me, it will be a great all around combo.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@illicit008 Жыл бұрын
The xt5 is a sweet camera dude.
@johnnynyhammer1344 ай бұрын
he Fujifilm XF 70-300 is a better choice then the Tamron 18-300
@NinaSusanneOfenloch Жыл бұрын
I'm considering this for Urbex photography. A lot of places I go have limits as to where I can physically go without putting myself in danger, so a higher zoom will help with that. And not having to change the lens in dusty, dirty environments is a massive added bonus.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Hello Nina, didn't think about Urbex for this lens but it would make sense in fact! I think you could for for it ;) cheers
@nonemdomarp2 жыл бұрын
could you please compare video for Tamron 18-300 to Fuji 70-300? would like to know how these two compare with respect to image sharpness, image stabilization etc
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Hello there, sure 👌🏼
@jaywbus6 ай бұрын
hot dog. power of the crop sensor lens! that's impressive range
@cris_photography6 ай бұрын
It is indeed!
@Audimann2 жыл бұрын
Ok I got this lens today. It will not be the most sharpest lens but sharpness is better than I expected. I actually never buy super zooms, mostly primes. But hauling with a bag full of lenses is not a picknick either. With good light and ISO at 800 the shutter speeds are high enough. Even at F8. Great adition to my Fujifilm gear.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Enjoy your new lens!!
@christophehanon83962 жыл бұрын
I have one since a month. I appreciate its flexibility, ideal for travel photography, photo walks ,... Pictures quality is good, AF is quite decent considering Fuji in general. So I think it is perfect for one lens, outdoor activities, vacation etc
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Totally 👌🏼
@arnomarsh80182 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Can you perhaps make a comparison video between the 18-300 and Fuji 70-300 within that same focal range just to compare the two🙌🏻🙌🏻
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Arno! I had thought about that and might do one soon 😁 take care!
@noobnoob1172 жыл бұрын
If you can buy only one, which one would you go for? 18-300 vs 70-300?
@maciejstrzelczyk1990 Жыл бұрын
I think it's a great lens for landscape photographer because you don't need wide open ap. like 1.8 - 2.8. You need f8 and more usually (f11, f16). So if you connect old body like X-T3 with this lens on a tripod - you'll achieve great results!
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Good point 😉
@traffbros7 ай бұрын
Closing aperture beyond f8 will make your images look softer btw
@cris_photography7 ай бұрын
@traffbros no it won’t. Why’d you say that? I very often shoot between f9 and f11 and not a problem with softness. Did you experience issues with this lens?
@traffbros7 ай бұрын
@@cris_photography lower megapixel cams won't be as affected as higher megapixel ones, but on aps-c diffraction starts to kick in at around f8-f-11. Have a look
@graciaman Жыл бұрын
The example photos of the 90mm definitely aren’t both at F5… The bokeh difference is way too drastic. I think you accidentally posted the 90mm image at f2
@mcymei358 Жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Very possible, I'd have to go check the EXIF but am sure it is not 5.6 indeed (was a while back so not sure). Cheers
@MrBEA6811 ай бұрын
Just ordered this lens and having switched from Olympus, Nikon and, here it comes, Leica Q2 ( ?!? ) the reason I ordered it was as you say in the video, to try out what I prefer in focus length. What do I like? In my life, how do I shoot? What is it that I need? My oh my, I've got grandchildren now… Now, you might say having owned a host of cameras and lenses, shot more pics than I care to count, I should know what style, what preferences, what feel in a picture I want. Not to mention that I sold my Leica Q2 due to the fact that I found myself trapped in the focus length. I know, I know, but that's a personal experience and you know… it just wasn't me, was it? But my god, what a camera! Jeeezus… So having just switched to Fuji X-T4, I have to reinvent myself. And this is a lens that lets me explore what I want from a lens and what focus length I use. Or tend to use. To be creative. To find that childish, youthful kid in me that lent my dads camera to just play with… and now and again actually got a decent picture doing it. ( And for all of you out there that's focusing on tech, “searching for sugerman” was partially shot with an iPhone. It went and got an Oscar. And more photographers than just Todd Hido uses one now and then. So have fun! Just shoot some pictures 😉 )
@cris_photography11 ай бұрын
Thanks! Great perspective and in totally see what you mean - can tell you’ve been taking photos for a while 😌 hope this lens will help you reinvent yourself and find the youthful kid in you - when photography achieves that no mater the gear used, it has accomplished its purpose imho. Take care and thanks for what gin the video
@eddyg17942 ай бұрын
If all you want to do is carry around 1 lens to cover most shooting situations this lens is a no brainer. Reasonably sharp and affordable.
@cris_photography2 ай бұрын
Absolutely!
@sabergo1 Жыл бұрын
Well produced and very informative for a beginner considering whether to get more into photography. Thanks!
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful to you! Cheers
@mongoose59 Жыл бұрын
just purchased one and really pleased to have such a range
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Awesome 😉
@Photoshop240117 Жыл бұрын
Great Video. I prefer 18-55 + 70-300.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍🏼
@jayforcinema Жыл бұрын
Thanks Cris! I travel with a 3 lens setup, so this is probably not ending up in my kit. I would travel with a 23 f/1.4 or 35 f/1.4 lens, a Sigma 18-50 2.8 Zoom, and either the Fuji 55-200 or 70-300 lens (mostly the Fuji for its faster aperture). At the moment I have the Fuji 18-55 and 35 mm f/2, and looking at the Fuji 55-200 to complete my travel kit :)
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Nice! 😏
@nicoxxi2175 Жыл бұрын
i have the 18 55 too and i want to upgrade, but i think i will buy the fuji 70-300 mm
@matejphoto2 жыл бұрын
I think there is a mistake at 4:01. I think you accidentally inserted a picture from the 90mm fuji wide open. It does not make sense for them to be so different.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Hello, no, i triple checked the EXIF and it is the same aperture. It’s a 90mm so am not that shocked to be honest. But yes, the difference is insane! Cheers
@matejphoto2 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography Thanks for checking. That is super surprising. Does the 90mm focus breaths like crazy? I see the camera in the picture is bigger from the Fuji lens. So in reality at this distance the 90mm is more like 120mm? Also, were the exposures the same (same ISO, shutter speed?). Other possibility is that the Tamron is not truly a f/5 at 90mm.
@malfunkt2 жыл бұрын
Noticed this as well. There should be little difference in DoF providing same focal length and aperture settings. Appreciate the video either way I have the 70-300mm but the 18-300 would be an alternative or better choice depending on use case.
@ursli8932 жыл бұрын
I have both lenses and at 90mm f/5 the bokeh looks very similar (bit more harmonic on the prime) so never as far off as in the video...
@eagleeatsmonkey3621 Жыл бұрын
good review
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@user-jt1gn7hx5w Жыл бұрын
Teacher, may I ask, I currently use x-t4, the lenses are xf16, xf56, xf70-300, I am sure to buy tamron 150-500mm, but I also like tamron 17-70 and tamron 18-300, if it is you , tamron 17-70, tamron 18-300, xf70-300, these three lenses, choose two or one, how would you choose, can you give me a reference??? Thank you
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Hi there, thanks for your message. It very much depends on what you want to do with your lenses and the type of photography. The 17-70 has a better aperture throughout but the 18-300 is much more versatile in well lit environments. The 70-300 is a very nice and well made lens but if you need to go wider you’ll have a problem. You need to decide if you a) need a wider aperture and b) what type of framing you’ll need to have and if you need wider than 70mm. Hope that helps take care
@robertoalfalla2567 ай бұрын
I just ordered this lens Used for 499-00 US.. Sadly I saw your review after I pulled the trigger. Let's see how I like it... I think I may go for the Xf 50-140 just spend the money not as much reach but Quality. Im shooting Xpro2 and Xt4.. Will let you know.
@cris_photography7 ай бұрын
Ok! Yes please keep me posted on your findings and how you like this lens personally
@robertoalfalla2567 ай бұрын
I like it. I was surprised. Sharp enough, compact, well built, Pairs nicely with My Xt4... Ok no aperture ring but not a deal breaker.
@chregig79672 жыл бұрын
I do photography for youth camps and this is absolutely perfect!!! Don't have time to switch lenses there.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Thats a gréât use of this lens indeed!
@naifmukadam2 жыл бұрын
7:00 nice photo
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Crazy right?
@TheRealStevenGlen2 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Glad it could be of some help 😊
@Pombi_2 жыл бұрын
Hey, can you make a Video Tamron 18-300 vs Fuji 70-300? :) Greetings from Germany
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Hey there, sure! I put it in my future videos list 😊 take care!
@prathyushraj27592 жыл бұрын
Tamaron 18-300mm Fuji or XC 50-230mm ois 2 which lens produce better image quality?
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Excellent question. Unfortunately I have t tested the 50-230mm so can’t tell you. However and that been said, i would tho l the Fuji lens might be a tad sharper (as for most of my Fuji prime lenses) but that is not a tested opinion. Might do a video comparing the 2 - why not. Take care
@paoloreyes23972 жыл бұрын
I would personally get the XC 50-230mm. This is my favorite. Even I have the 70-300mm. 18-300mm becomes out of focus and extremely blurry. 50-230mm is surprisingly not like that even if it is varifocal. The IOS is even better with the 50-230mm than the Tamrons. The only downside of the XC 50-230 is the plastic mount. While the Tamron 18-300 has a versatile range. Good for vacation and minimalist. But quality wise overall, video and photos, I would NOT get the Tamron. As for sharpness, Tamron lack in this area as well. For quality photos, I would not go for the 18-300mm. But for vacation, fast and light travel, 18-300mm is good if you dont care about photo quality.
@RunKingFilm Жыл бұрын
In my Tamron 18-300 zoom works hard. Follow focus doesn't want to run smoothly. Jumps on gears. Is it just my lens acting this way? Regards.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Did you try putting a ring for the focus pulling? This is not a lens made for video originally so you will have to use a ring that will allow you to use it with a focus pulling system.
@RunKingFilm Жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography Of course, but when rotating the follow focus, the camera goes up. I'm talking about zooming. The focus ring works perfectly.
@AdamMuise Жыл бұрын
I use it to walk my dogs and do random captures as lens changes with pooches are too hard
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Makes sense Adam
@skylerlin65102 жыл бұрын
Which do you prefer between this lens and fuji xf18-135 ? I am considering about the lighter weight and the more focal length which is more useable for me.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Hello there. Honestly it really depends on your needs. I like fuji better for the quality of the lens but the Tamron lens is very good too for the price and it really is very versatile. Cheers
@skylerlin65102 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography thanks for the replying!
@exodusfx23242 жыл бұрын
Thx for making this review! The lens seems really nice. How does it compare to the Fujinon XF18-135mm? Currently deciding which one to get (mainly vacation photography) ;)
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Well you really do gain the extra length (up to 300mm vs 135mm). They are very similar to be honest but I’d root for Fujifilm in terms of image quality (due to the size and versatility of the Tamron lens) but for an « all in one » type of lens I’d take Tamron. Hope that helps. Take care
@exodusfx23242 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography thx so much for your opinion!
@bright6903 Жыл бұрын
the only downside for me is that i cant change the diafragma myself , and that it automatically changes light for you . Is there any way i can fix that ?
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
What you mean? You can’t change the aperture? U mean when you zoom?
@professionalpotato47642 жыл бұрын
If the aperture is set at f6.3 and you zoom in video, will there be exposure stepping?
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
If you’re set to 6.3 there won’t be any change. However if you’re set to a lower aperture and you zoom, the aperture will vary as you zoom in (since it can’t open as much when it’s zoomed in)
@professionalpotato47642 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography Oh ok. Reason I'm asking is cos the Fuji 2.8 and f4 zooms have a bad exposure stepping when zooming in video. If the Tamron doesnt have that issue then I'll be hopeful about the tamron 17-70 coming to x mount
@jexbuddy2 жыл бұрын
im a beginner, would you recommend this or the Fuji xf 55-200mm. I want to try out a bit of wildlife, architectural and landscape photography?
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Hello, no, for landscape and architecture 55mm is too narrow. I’d take this one which also gives you more zooming possibilities for wildlife. Cheers
@philipcooper82972 жыл бұрын
Have a look at Fujinon XF 18-135mm. If you want a first party lens.
@jexbuddy2 жыл бұрын
@@philipcooper8297 Thanks!
@philipcooper82972 жыл бұрын
@@jexbuddy There's also supposed to be a XF 18-120mm coming out soon.
@JosepeLupi Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video! Does the zoom lock only work to keep it at 18mm, or can it be activated to keep it fixed at 50mm, for example? I ask this because a Canon lens I had only locked at the shortest focal distance, and when taking pictures pointing downwards, the zoom would automatically increase. It was terrible.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Thanks. It only locks at 18 (for transportation purposes really). Cheers
@M_freedomOfSpeech Жыл бұрын
$1,000.000 Question: Can I use the "70-300mm XF 1.4x TC WR Teleconverter" -- with the TAMRON 18-300MM?
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Hey there - great question! Did not try that BUT I am pretty sure you can! No reason not to
@duiliopiaia62042 жыл бұрын
Ne sono interessato,perché è un tutto . Anche se utilizzo molte lenti Vintage
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Ciao Duilio, ti capisco! È stato una bella sorpreso quando l’ho provato, non mi aspettavo una qualità d’immagine così alta. Se ne hai l’occasione, provalo, penso che ti piacerà. Bella serata!
@toxotis702 жыл бұрын
The only reason I don't get this lens, is the os ...I tried it in my xt4 and it was not good at all, especially on longer focal lengths.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Y’a that can be an issue indeed for some
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
I’ll have to test that
@SeanMiller3182 жыл бұрын
Nice review. 👍👍
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sean
@snowhite1qazse42 жыл бұрын
Is this lens sharp at 300 focal?
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Hello, yes it is (based on personal tests). Take care
@snowhite1qazse42 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography Damn. I just bought the 70-200 fuji.. I would have bought this if I knew tamrom would release this. Thanks anyway
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Oh no! Well that 70-200 is sharper in my opinion if that can make you feel better 😊 enjoy it!!
@sulev111 Жыл бұрын
that 90mm shot can't be f5 with that background. It's probably locked at f2.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
I triple checked - it was. Dunno what to say 🤷🏻
@sulev111 Жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography I can't even replicate that background with my FF 85. Another way to check is the shutter speed and ISO, they have to be the same as the other images.
@tugatomskanimation6370 Жыл бұрын
3:15 That video also shows that the lens is terrible while zooming during video mode. The focus is all over the place, something that doesn't happen with other brands. Every recent Fuji lens (or apparently other brand lenses made for X-mount) behaves like this.
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
🤷🏻 probably because it’s made for photography not videos (my guess at this point). I use cine lenses most of the time for video but I guess in a run-and-gun typa situation it could work
@tugatomskanimation6370 Жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography But Fuji is the only one to show this behaviour. The other brands also produce lenses mainly for photography. What's Fuji excuse?
@vickychristopoulos8614 Жыл бұрын
Ummm, you are the only one that gave this lens a good review and the Fuji 70-300mm a bad...
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Yup, cause I say what I think - and that’s what I think
@OutingJournal2 жыл бұрын
Make a walking vl9g
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
That’s a good idea! It’s be VERY shaky tho as I don’t have a Fuji camera that has IBIS 😬
@OutingJournal2 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography Thats is the point I want to use this 18-300mm with X-E4, Want to see how good is the OIS for walking!
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
The XT4 has a great IBIS plus the VR of the Tamron lens I believe the combo will be good. Not the lightest though (it’s a zoom lens and you’ll want to keep the lens at 18mm for vlogging)
@pub_lexx524 Жыл бұрын
1:21 LOL
@cris_photography Жыл бұрын
Glad you laughed 🤷🏻🫠
@Snapit5512 жыл бұрын
Fujifilm is also making the same lens but with better image quality
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
No they don’t. 18-135 or 70-300. A 18-120 is expected this year too. Where did you see a Fujinon 18-300? Am VERY curious!
@Snapit5512 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography yes sorry your right a new 18-120mm by Fuji will be announced very soon!!! And the tamron definitely looks great but the tamron I believe is a lens that can be used only on a bright sunny day only especially at the longer focal length as it’s aperture doesn’t let much light in
@amitchandra21792 жыл бұрын
@@Snapit551 Well there are no details about the Fuji 18-120 lens yet, hopefully it does come out this year. Yes obviously the Tamron is not a "fast" lens but it's a great all in one option. It can also be used at night if you know how. Mine should be arriving very soon, hopefully tomorrow!
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Nice Amit! Yes it is great for all purposes. Would not trade my 18 and 56 for weddings but hey, if you need all those focal lengths in one lens it’s per-fect! 😀 Take care
@Snapit5512 жыл бұрын
@@amitchandra2179 that’s great news about your lens arriving tomorrow and I look forward to more videos about it and then I can make up my mind if I need to buy it too!! Keep the video’s coming as they are absolutely a joy to watch 👌📸
@kaimelis9 ай бұрын
As you can see what? This was the worst comparison of lenses I have witnessed on youtube.
@cris_photography9 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@Audimann2 жыл бұрын
Ok I got this lens today. It will not be the most sharpest lens but sharpness is better than I expected. I actually never buy super zooms, mostly primes. But hauling with a bag full of lenses is not a picknick either. With good light and ISO at 800 the shutter speeds are high enough. Even at F8. Great adition to my Fujifilm gear.
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
I think this comment is double
@Audimann2 жыл бұрын
@@cris_photography you are right. Stupid Samsung phone😡
@cris_photography2 жыл бұрын
Don’t worry 😉 I answer all my comments that’s why. Hope my previous reply was helpful to you - take care!