Technology is catching up with the big performers. Apple is no longer better than Android, Nikon is no longer the big fish in the sea, Tamron has stepped up their game with this lens, in an attempt to turn heads from Nikon 70-200, and it is turning heads, and for good reasons.

Im sure I got a bad lens (four, actually!), because theres no way the Tamron flagship lens duo (the 24-70mm and 70-200mm G2) were meant to perform this way, but alas and Im not the only person whos suffered the wrath of poor quality control The 24-70mm G2 (and its big brother, the 70-200mm G2) have...

Tamron's telephoto zoom lens impresses with high performance at a far more affordable price than marque brands

Great value; High performance; Five-year warranty

Large; Heavy

It is very important to check lens micro-adjustments with lens on camera immediately and if it cannot be micro-adjusted in the camera to acheive sharpness then it must be returned for replacement.

Introducing the pinnacle of fast telephoto zoom with advanced features for improved optical performance, functionality and usability

Haven't had much chance to use the lens but shipping was fast and hastle free

This is by far the best piece of glass I have owned. Very smooth and tack sharp, well worth the money spent.

Excellent optics; Effective image stabilisation; Weather-sealed construction

Slightly soft at 70mm and f/2.8; Zoom ring not quite as smooth and precise as pricier alternatives

Beautifully built, tactile feel in the hands is excellent, sharp, great resolution and colour rendition, and thoutful integration of Arca Swiss compatible tripod mounting plate.Only criticism is that the vibration control and autofocus buttons sit slightly proud of the main barrel of the lens and...

The Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a telephoto zoom for Canon and Nikon DSLRs featuring a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture, optical image stabilisation, and ultrasonic autofocus. This weather-resistant lens works on both full-frame and crop-sensor (APS-C/DX) cameras, and costs £1350.

Excellent optics; Effective image stabilisation; Weather-sealed construction

Slightly soft at 70mm and f/2.8; Zoom ring not quite as smooth and precise as pricier alternatives