Tamron 572D - telephoto zoom lens - 70 mm - 300 mm F/4.0-5.6

The Tamron 70-300mm telephoto lens is an entry level telephoto and macro lens aimed at people who are new to DSLRs... I got this lens at Jessops as part of my camera bundle, so i originally only paid about £100.00 for it. Having had it for roughly a year and a half now,it is still all in working order and performing fine. So, should you buy it? In short, yes. If you're an amateur/beginner then this lens is a good option. It has a good focal range with a sturdy yet light weight build, and a decent macro setting. The focus leaves something to be desired, as it is a bit slow and just a tad noisy ... more

This is a great lens and will suite most amateur photographers needs. The detail and sharpness even at full zoom is fantastic even when hand held. The lens itself is light but feels very ruggedly built and is constructed of high quality glass which you would normally only find in more expensive lenses. Tamron have produced a lens that is not going to break the bank to buy and is not going to give you aches and pains carrying it around all day. I took some shots of a jackdaw in the distance and the sharpness of the image it captured was far more than i was expecting. It comes complete with a ... more