Telephoto Advice

kpfeifle · 01-12-2007, 10:17 AM

Hi All:

I have been reading the reviews of the 70-300 lenses (nice thread). Here is my question, if I went with the newer Tamron 70-300 Di LD lens, would I be giving up any IQ in the 70-200 range when compared to the Pentax DA 50-200? I will not be using the 200-300 range all that often, but for basically the same price it would be nice. However, if I'm sacarficing quality in the lower ranges, I would rather go with the Pentax. What are your thoughts?

Adam · 01-12-2007, 12:51 PM

I haven't used the Tamron, but I suggest you try the FA 80-320mm- it's sharp and compact! It's only loses half a stop, too: 4.5-5.6.

trog100 · 01-12-2007, 02:10 PM

"Here is my question, if I went with the newer Tamron 70-300 Di LD lens, would I be giving up any IQ in the 70-200 range when compared to the Pentax DA 50-200?"

no u might even be gainng some.. the lens isnt being "stretched"..

the pentax glass is smaller and neater thow..

trog

rojaba · 01-16-2007, 03:08 PM

just took delivery of the Tamron DI LD today, not bad... haven't had good light to see what it really can do though so waiting for a sunny day tomorow

what is very neat about it, is that it has a macro function which comes up with very good results (if you can hold it steady hehe), I'm not sure the Pentax has that too

It is very big, but I think that makes you look more professional to the non photographers

kpfeifle · 01-17-2007, 06:54 AM

Originally posted by rojaba

just took delivery of the Tamron DI LD today, not bad... haven't had good light to see what it really can do though so waiting for a sunny day tomorow

Excellent! Please post a few pictures when you get some.

rojaba · 01-24-2007, 09:18 AM

Just two pics I took today, not the most spectacular motives but that's all that's happening around here

01-12-2007, 10:17 AM	#1
kpfeifle Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 148	Telephoto Advice Hi All: I have been reading the reviews of the 70-300 lenses (nice thread). Here is my question, if I went with the newer Tamron 70-300 Di LD lens, would I be giving up any IQ in the 70-200 range when compared to the Pentax DA 50-200? I will not be using the 200-300 range all that often, but for basically the same price it would be nice. However, if I'm sacarficing quality in the lower ranges, I would rather go with the Pentax. What are your thoughts?

01-12-2007, 12:51 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	I haven't used the Tamron, but I suggest you try the FA 80-320mm- it's sharp and compact! It's only loses half a stop, too: 4.5-5.6. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

01-24-2007, 09:18 AM	#6
rojaba Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Herzogenaurach Photos: Albums Posts: 226	Just two pics I took today, not the most spectacular motives but that's all that's happening around here Last edited by rojaba; 06-21-2015 at 04:13 AM.

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01-12-2007, 02:10 PM	#3
trog100 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: UK Posts: 642	"Here is my question, if I went with the newer Tamron 70-300 Di LD lens, would I be giving up any IQ in the 70-200 range when compared to the Pentax DA 50-200?" no u might even be gainng some.. the lens isnt being "stretched".. the pentax glass is smaller and neater thow.. trog

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rojaba Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Herzogenaurach Photos: Albums Posts: 226	just took delivery of the Tamron DI LD today, not bad... haven't had good light to see what it really can do though so waiting for a sunny day tomorow what is very neat about it, is that it has a macro function which comes up with very good results (if you can hold it steady hehe), I'm not sure the Pentax has that too It is very big, but I think that makes you look more professional to the non photographers

01-17-2007, 06:54 AM	#5
kpfeifle Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 148 Original Poster	Originally posted by rojaba just took delivery of the Tamron DI LD today, not bad... haven't had good light to see what it really can do though so waiting for a sunny day tomorow Excellent! Please post a few pictures when you get some.