This lens is excellent in all respects except for the large focus shift - at maximum aperture it front-focussed but on stopping down to say f4 the focus shifted significantly rearwards. If I calibrated the lens (AFMA and/or Tap-in Console) to correctly focus wide open then the rear shift at f2.8 of f4 was so great that the point of focus was no longer within the Depth of Field despite the smaller aperture. I also found the autofocus inconsistent. Returned the lens.
D. LinneySuperb, very sharp lens
R A SWALESPros: build quality IQ price image stabilizationCons: significant focus shift (point of focus moves when aperture changed)
Bob DPros: build quality
IQ
price
image stabilization
Cons: significant focus shift (point of focus moves when aperture changed)
What can I say - just a another fantastic lens from Tamron. Sharp, clear, and a good size. Produces great portraits with a beautiful Bokeh. As far prime lenses go this is one of the best, especially having VR to assist hand held shots even in low light. Just brilliant.
Mr B.Tamron's SP 85mm F/1.8 Di VC USD is the world’s first 85mm f1.8 lens with VC (Vibration Compensation). The lens uses Low and Extra Low Dispersion glass elements in the optical design to minimise colour fringing and to achieve outstanding sharpness and clarity, plus Tamron’s Fluorine coating has been applied to the front element to help repel water & oil, which makes the front element easy to keep clean & condensation free. In addition this new lens is constructed with Tamron’s NEW SP design, incorporating a new look & feel which includes larger and more tactile switches, together with Moisture-Resistant Construction to give photographers the confidence to use the lens in more wide ranging scenarios. VC is also included in the lens design to help reduce camera shake, making it easy to take handheld photographs in low light & ensure images shot in challenging situations are sharp, even with the highest pixel density sensors. USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) focusing is also a key part in delivering sharp and precise focus every time, with Full time manual override for extra creative control. Combined with the F/1.8 aperture this enables photographers to create great sharp images at maximum aperture with amazing background blur (bokeh). Photographers can also update firmware, customize autofocus positions and adjust the mechanical setup and preferences of the lens by simply attaching it to the optional TAMRON TAP-in Console. Filter Size: 67mm, Length (from camera mount): 91.3mm, Diameter: 84.8mm, VC gives 3.5-stop handling advantage (sharp images 3.5 shutter speeds lower), Maximum aperture: F/1.8, Minimum aperture F/16, Diaphragm: 9 rounded blades, Lens Construction: 13 elements in 9 groups, Ultrasonic Silent Drive (USD) a quiet high-torque USD motor ensures fast & accurate AF response, Minimum Focus Distance: 0.8m, Max. Magnification Ratio 1:7.2, Full-time manual focus override, Angle of View (diagonal): 28 degrees 33' (full-frame format), 18 degrees 39' (APS-C format)
Lens, Lens Hood, Rear cap, Instructions, Silkypix Developer Studio 4.0 software
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 17.8 x 15.6 x 14.4 cm |
| Package Weight | 1.06 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14.5 x 17.6 x 15.3 cm |
| Item Weight | 662 Grams |
| Brand Name | TAMRON |
| Camera Lens | 85 mm |
| Color Name | Black |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Has Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Included Components | Lens, Lens Hood, Rear cap, Instructions, Silkypix Developer Studio 4.0 software |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 85 millimetres |
| Max Focal Length | 85 |
| Min Focal Length | 85 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Mounting Type | Nikon |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 67 millimetres |
| Part Number | F016N |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Maximum Aperture Range | 1,8 - 16 |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Style | Nikon |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 67 millimetres |
