Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Lens for Canon EF

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UPC:
725211085010
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MFR:
AFF016C700
(14 reviews)
$749.00

Filter Size 67mm. Canon EF Mount/Full-Frame Format Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16

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Key Features

  • Canon EF Mount/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16
  • One LD Element and One XLD Element
  • eBAND and BBAR Coatings

Overview

Tamron SP 85mm 1.8 Di VC USD Canon Mt.

Just as a painter instinctively reaches for the right brush, a portrait artist reaches for an 85mm lens. The focal length is ideal for producing a pleasing image with true-to-life facial features in accurate proportion. While a wide-angle lens makes close objects appear larger than they are, and longer telephotos compress and flatten features, the 85mm medium telephoto is just right. Plus the working distance between you and your subject is perfect for making the personal connection that’s often missing when using a zoom.

The Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Lens for Canon is the world’s first 85mm fast-aperture lens with image stabilization.  Its unique design allows us to include our VC (Vibration Compensation) system—without the lens becoming too large or heavy. What’s more, our SP 85mm F/1.8 delivers edge-to-edge viewfinder brightness for ease of composition and superior low-light performance. The fast aperture of the F/1.8 also offers the perfect balance of subject sharpness and bokeh, that dreamy blur which separates your portrait subject from the background.

FEATURES:

The world’s first 85mm fast-aperture lens with image stabilization

Superior resolving power and attractive bokeh

Fluorine Coating and Moisture-Resistant Construction

Sophisticated eBAND and BBAR coatings plus Advanced Anti-Reflection Technologies

USD actuator maximized for fast and accurate focusing

Compatibility with TAP-in Console

Compatibility with Adobe and Silkypix software

New SP Design

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Product Name
Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Lens for Canon EF
MFR #
AFF016C700
Price
$749.00
Brand
TAMRON

Customer Reviews

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Worth the Money
This by far focused and giving an awesome Bokeh while quick fast focus and much lesser in price compare to the canon 85mm.
M
Horrible
I have been doing photography for many years and never have I ever had such a horrible experience with a lens. The autofocus is a tad bit slower than my Tamron 20-70 but what truly kills it is the inaccuracy of its focus. It wouldn't matter what subject or object I was shooting it would always be off. First throught came to mind it needs recalibration, but I was not going to go through the hassle and send it off for recalibration so I purchased a new one and still same issue. I attempted to do a few portraits with it to see if by any chance I might be able to redeem percentage of use and what do you know, after shooting for 1 hour 1 out of 10 shots would be in focus from f1.8 to f4. F4!! At f4 on most lenses 98% of the time you should get a pretty sharp image but no, not with this lens. Now when I did get a sharp image it was fantastic quality of an L lens, but Having to constantly take about 10 shots to make sure you at least get one decent one is a major deal breaker. With that being said please move on and try a different lens.
B
Great lens
My wife loves it it’s easy to use and the photos are amazing
T
Very Sharp and Well Built
So far, I'm really enjoying this lens. The lens is sharp and the colors are rich and vibrant.

Very satisfied with this lens.
R
Great lens
This lens is comparable to the Canon 100mm IS L macro. Except it's cheaper. The build quality feels excellent the image might actually be slightly better too. Love it and it's a no brainer at a lower price unless you really need the extra 10mm of zoom.
M
Horrible
I have been doing photography for many years and never have I ever had such a horrible experience with a lens. The autofocus is a tad bit slower than my Tamron 20-70 but what truly kills it is the inaccuracy of its focus. It wouldn't matter what subject or object I was shooting it would always be off. First throught came to mind it needs recalibration, but I was not going to go through the hassle and send it off for recalibration so I purchased a new one and still same issue. I attempted to do a few portraits with it to see if by any chance I might be able to redeem percentage of use and what do you know, after shooting for 1 hour 1 out of 10 shots would be in focus from f1.8 to f4. F4!! At f4 on most lenses 98% of the time you should get a pretty sharp image but no, not with this lens. Now when I did get a sharp image it was fantastic quality of an L lens, but Having to constantly take about 10 shots to make sure you at least get one decent one is a major deal breaker. With that being said please move on and try a different lens.
E
Wow, Such a nice lens.
Ive been a fan of Tamron for a few years after picking up a used SP 17-70.
This lens kinda blew my mind on the first trip. Quite fast at f2.8 but what really strikes me about this lens is the fast AF and the colors!
Compared to Sigma and even Canon L lenses in my kit, the color rendering is so much better. Bokeh is what you would expect from a lens of this caliber as well, nice and soft.

Tamron has done a great job with this lens series in my opinion.

Love this lens.
L
Worth the Money
This by far focused and giving an awesome Bokeh while quick fast focus and much lesser in price compare to the canon 85mm.
M
Another tool in my camera bag.
The Tamron - SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro VC USD Optical Macro Lens for Canon EF - Black is a lens I've been looking at for some time. Thank goodness for Christmas which is a great excuse to get this wonderful lens.
S
If money's no object buy the Canon L...
Spent over a month debating on whether to spend $1299 on the canon 100mm f/2.8L or $650 on Tamron's version...
Decided to go with the SP 90mm f.28 di macro VC and use the $650 towards an additional lens and so glad I did. This lens is amazing.

If Canon's 100mm L is a higher quality lens, I guarantee you it's not twice the quality as the price may indicate... If the Canon is a Mercedes, the Tamron's a BMW (or Audi :p) plain and simple.

I do recommend buying the TAMRON tap-in console, though, which will run you $50-$60 wherever you buy it so technically, this lens costs a little over $700.

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