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Hello to everyone,
I have been looking to get a lens with a range of around 300mm. Actually 300 would be a must, anything higher would be good. Regarding the cost, I would like to be around $100 and I have seen the Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 Di LD Macro being sold here at that price.
What I am looking for a is a lens for birds, Zoo, anything that is it hard to reach. Also, I would like to have some macro or close up feature with it, but I can skip that if needed. Quality wise, I know I cannot expect that much for the price I am asking, but better is always better. I won't mind getting a lens from one of you guys.
From what I have read, I am looking at the following lens:
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Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 Di LD Macro
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SMC Pentax-FA 100-300mm F4.7-5.8
If you think of anything else, please let me know.
I heard about CA problem on the Tamron and I know stepping it down will help. What are you though of that lens? How does the sigma compare?
Thank you for your time and the information.
YJD
Last edited by YJD; 04-26-2009 at 06:17 PM.