Re: New Tamron 60mm macro for APS-C cameras

Doug Jewell wrote:
Paul Furman wrote:
Neil Harrington wrote:
Doesn't this look interesting?

Yes. Nice to see something new for DX, something all-around new too!
Hmmm... Perhaps I'm missing something here, but other than being F2, what advantage would this provide over the 90/2.8? Personally, I'd prefer the greater operating distance achieved with the 90mm.
There's no pricing on that page, so maybe if it was significantly cheaper than the 90/2.8 that may be an advantage, but if both were about the same price I can't see any good reason to get the 60/2 instead of the 90/2.8. Is there something I'm missing?

It's smart to make a macro lens with smooth bokeh which is also usable as a portrait lens.

The point described below is very interesting if it's correct:

OPTICAL FEATURES

3. Working distance of 100mm, the longest distance among lenses in this class(4)

Tamron has realized the long working distance of 100mm from the front element of the lens to the subject in 1:1 life-size macro photography. The long working distance allows the user to take macro shots while maintaining a sufficient distance from such subjects like timid insects that are likely to escape if you move in too close. Additionally, with this longer working distance you can prevent capturing the shadow of the lens barrel as is often the case with conventional macro lenses with insufficient working distances.

(4)As of February 1, 2009, according to our research of 50-60mm life-size macro lenses


I think I want one!

http://www.tamron.com/news/35mm/60mm_09.asp







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