Tamron A14 for Pentax

The top British photo magazine, "What Digital Camera" rated this lens as "the best all around lens on the market" in their last 100 Best Products issue, (the Nikon D70 was #1 of 5 DSLR's in the 100 products, ahead of the Canon 20D). I mention this because my brother, a wedding photographer, sent me some of the sharpest, color rich, detailed, pictures I've seen from any camera, except my own Nikon D70/18-70mm. He owns a Canon 20D with the Tamron 18-200mm XR Di II lens. This is the only lens he uses for his weddings. I was so impressed, I purchased the Tamron 18-200m for my D70. My Tamron pictures are just as good as my Nikon pictures.

Since Nikon's 18-200mm VR @ $800.00, buy now low on e-bay, is out of my income bracket, the Tamron, @ $400.00 is a no brainer. My brother and I put our great Canon and Nikon lens back in their respective boxes. You'll probably see them on e-bay someday. I have not seen any pictures or reviews on the Sigma 18-200mm lens which is another alternative, but I can certainly vouch for the Tamron. Now when I go on vacation, I carry one compact lens instead of three.

I totally agree with WDC magazine, the Tamron 18-200mm Di II "IS the (second) best all around lens on the market". Considering price, performance, quality, and convenience, it's the only one to buy, well, at least until you can raise the funds for "the top dog", Nikon's 18-200mm VR.

The Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di II is a versatile, well-rounded lens. The lens produces sharp images at both ends of the 18-200 range. The lens does seem to suffer from slight outward creep, though I have noticed the same problem with the Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3D DC. The major upside to the Tamron and Sigma 18-200's is their affordability, especially when compared to the Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR II (about $400.00 more on average).

The Tamron lens did leave something to be desired with regard to focus noise, especially after being spoiled by the Nikon's Silent Wave motor. However, the construction of the Tamron lens is probably what bothers me most. The lens has a cheap "feel", being made of lightweight and less durable materials, but one may notice this only after dealing with heavier and bulkier Nikkor lenses. I have read articles stating that the seals on the lens are easily penetrated, though I have had no experience with this problem.

Generally speaking, this Tamron lens is a good product for novice and expert photographers alike, and it won't force you to break the bank. If you are willing to spend some extra cash, I would point you in the direction of the Nikkor lens mentioned above.

Very good lens for the price. Small, Sharp, Lightwieght, adn a strong company to back up its product. You wont be disapointed.

This lens is good for travel.Its great for vacations.The lens works well,outside,and has great color. Photos are sharp.Its light,but has a good zoom,200mm and if you need a wide lens,its there also,at amazing 18mm.
If you are just starting off,and just a Mom or Dad,this would be a good lens to start out with.If you need a fast lens then just go out,and buy a 50mm Nikon 1/8
For low light. This will keep you going for a while. This lens will work for a Soccer game,or football,during the Mornings,and afternoon. This lens would not be good for low light night games.But if the sun is out it will do a fine job.

I had one of these and sold it when I bought a D60 and sold my D70. I always missed this lens. The best walk around lens on the market. I now have a D200 and so I purchased another. I keep trying to find a better lens but so far no luck. You cannot go wrong with this lens. With 18 to 200 you are always ready for any shooting situation. It loves F11 or F8 + .5 exposure compensation on my D200.

I used this as the only lens for a wedding I shot last weekend. It did an exceptional job attached to my Canon 30d. Very happy with it.

verry nice., and fast. keep rockin. i like the lense alot. it reminds me of some of my outher lenses but it,s much nicer. and in mint condition.

Great lens it does all that i need . pictures are very clear unlike some people say that some pics come out out of focus.

This is the lens I now leave attach because it is all I need to do everything I want to do.I have no problems with zoom or focus when taking a quick shot that would get away by me trying to change lens from wide to zoom.

This is the lens I keep mounted on my Rebel XTi, Its great. I bought it from Adorama Camera in NYC and they even warrantied it for a year.

The lens changed my photography big time! The price was very reasonable and my freind is a photographer and recomended this lens. i'm very happy with the purchase.