Gary's reviews are full of variables, and potential innaccuracies, so the
Tokina might
ultimately be the better lens.
Larry
Moose wrote:
> Have you looked at Gary's reviews of these 2 lenses? If the Tamron
> weren't there, you'd be really impressed with the Tokina, and it is
> indeed an excellent lens. The Tokina is a teensy bit smaller overall and
> a whooping 23% lighter. Its tripod mount is a smaller and vastly
> superior design to the Tamron's.
>
> I'm sure the Tamron is ultimately the better lens, but not convinced
> there is any practical difference in any situation other than with a
> steady subject and sturdy tripod. There is actually some flex in the
> Tamron tripod mount which was very noticeable using it on a monopod. I
> thought at first it was not tightened enough, but I know others have
> broken the mounts through overtightening, so I looked carefully and
> found that the mount itself actually flexes. Note, don't buy one without
> the tripod mount unless you want to try the Oly 300/4.5 mount conversion.
>
> The Tokina is my favorite for ease of use, but I'm always afraid I'll
> finally get that perfect, life defining shot and it won't be quite as
> good as it could be. Fortunately, the chance of such a shot is slim and
> I'll probably not have either one with me if it happens.
>
> If you like the 135/2.8 fairly wide open for portraits, I doubt you
> will like either zoom, too sharp for flattering portraiture. The Tamron
> with hood might scare subjects into submission, though.
>
> Moose
>
> aemit@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
>
> >With all the praise being sung of this lens,
> >how do you people rate the similar Tokina 80-200 f2.8 ?
> >I have one, but until now have not found an occasion to use it.
> >I certainly would not let go my Zuiko 135 f2.8, I like that more than
> >the 85 f2 for portraiture, contrary to what most people think of it.
> >This is not based on any objective measurement, just my very personal
> >impression of these lenses.
> >
> >
>
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