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.

The best review by far because your video contains sample footage. Nice work

Well produced and very informative for a beginner considering whether to get more into photography. Thanks!

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.

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.

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.

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.

just purchased one and really pleased to have such a range

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...

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.

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

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

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🙌🏻🙌🏻

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.

Great video thanks.

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!

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

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 :)

hot dog. power of the crop sensor lens! that's impressive range

good review

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) ;)

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 😉 )

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.

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

Great Video. I prefer 18-55 + 70-300.

Tamaron 18-300mm Fuji or XC 50-230mm ois 2 which lens produce better image quality?

If the aperture is set at f6.3 and you zoom in video, will there be exposure stepping?

7:00 nice photo

Nice review. 👍👍

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.

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?

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.

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.

Hey, can you make a Video Tamron 18-300 vs Fuji 70-300? :) Greetings from Germany

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 ?

I do photography for youth camps and this is absolutely perfect!!! Don't have time to switch lenses there.

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.

Ne sono interessato,perché è un tutto . Anche se utilizzo molte lenti Vintage

$1,000.000 Question: Can I use the "70-300mm XF 1.4x TC WR Teleconverter" -- with the TAMRON 18-300MM?

I use it to walk my dogs and do random captures as lens changes with pooches are too hard

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.

Is this lens sharp at 300 focal?

that 90mm shot can't be f5 with that background. It's probably locked at f2.

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.

Make a walking vl9g

Ummm, you are the only one that gave this lens a good review and the Fuji 70-300mm a bad...

1:21 LOL

Fujifilm is also making the same lens but with better image quality

As you can see what? This was the worst comparison of lenses I have witnessed on youtube.

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.