This is a sponsored review from BlogHer and Tamron.
Many of you know that I just upgraded to a Canon T1i in June. My first big-girl camera. Since I started blogging, my interest in photography has grown exponentially with each year of writing my blog. Photos are so important to make a post pretty and informational at the same time, so I’ve really been trying to hone my skills.
I was recently asked to participate in a lens review program through BlogHer with Tamron, one of the leading manufacturers of quality lenses. I knew already that Tamron lenses will fit my Canon camera and I was so excited to get the chance to try out an upgraded zoom lens, the Tamron AF 18-270. This one is WAY better than the kit lens that came with my camera.
This shot was taken on the deck sitting on my loveseat and I managed to capture this pretty bird without scaring him away.
All because I could zoom in closer to get it.
I took this shot from the deck sitting on my loveseat and it zoomed right through the porch rail.
I’ve been taking lots of pics with it and can tell a big difference in how far it zooms compared to my standard 18-55 Canon lens. This one gets much closer. I took a few pics with it on the deck and could zoom in closer on birds that came to visit and even could get pretty close to the treetops outside, when my other lens wouldn’t even come close. I think with this new AF 18-270 Tamron lens, I may not need another one for a very long time.
This lens is designed for someone looking to upgrade the standard lens that comes with typical DSLR packages, which are pretty limited on how far they can zoom. I found that out after I got my camera and the standard lens. I almost wish now that I hadn’t bought the kit lens at all.
The AF18-270 is an all-in-one lens that more universally covers close or distant shots without having to change lens. It is the world’s first 15x optical zoom lens, and also has built in vibration compensation so those zoomed shots turn out clear.
I’m extremely happy with my new Tamron lens and can see using it a lot of the time for my photography. I recently used it to take a lot of shots around my house and it was nice to zoom out to get full room shots and then zoom in closer when I wanted to highlight an area.
And I’ve got some exciting news! I’m also giving away ONE of these Tamron AF 18-270 lenses to one of my readers. You will have 6 chances to win through the BlogHer roundup page.
This lens retails for $629.00 and is designed for Canon or Nikon Di II DSLR cameras. They also make similar lenses for other makes and models.
Specs from Tamron:
Tamron’s Vibration Compensation—Blur-Stopping Power With No Annoying Motion Delay In Your Viewfinder!
With the advent of the latest 15X zoom lens from Tamron, the pioneer of high power zoom lenses, the high power zoom lens has steadily evolved from a 7.1X to a 10.7X to a 13.9X and now to the world’s largest zoom ratio of 15X by combining advanced high power zoom design technologies accumulated by Tamron since 1992. The lens covers an angle of view equivalent to that of a 28mm wideangle to a 419mm ultra telephoto with just one lens, letting the user capture once-in-the-lifetime images of panoramic landscape images or close-up pictures of children smiling, without having to get too close to the subject and without having to change lenses.
For more information on this lens, visit Tamron.
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Lotus Carroll / Sarcastic Mom says
I am currently using a friend’s Digital Rebel (has a kit lens) while I try to save for my own DSLR. I’m about to buy the first lens for myself – a fifty ($100). A long range lens like this is on my wish list, but it will take quite some time for me to afford it. I would be SO happy to win this giveaway.
Rea says
Oh wow now THIS is a giveaway! I’ll definitely be keeping my fingers crossed. Thanks!
Kelly says
Oh my goodness! I have the same camera and have been wanting a Tamron lens ever since I got it…but instead I had a baby…lol. I think I made the right choice ; )
Jocelyn says
I would LOVE to win this lens. I’ve dabbled with photography as a hobby for the past year and a half. I’d love to try a new lens!
Amanda says
I’ve been wanting to upgrade to a better zoom lens as well… this would be perfect!
Kat says
Oooo, I would love a chance to win this lens. I just got a 50mm and have been looking for a good zoom.
Mandy says
This would be amazing to have to help with my pictures for my Etsy shop.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Bowontop?ref=seller_info
You can see I need help!
Thank you!
Diarmada says
Thanks for offering this lens, I Really appreciate your blog as well…Thanks!
Shevon says
Crossing my fingers and toes!
Berneice says
Looks like an awesome lens to own!
Stacy says
I blogged about this great giveaway
http://denvertoseattle.blogspot.com/2010/11/giveaway-walk-and-some-photos.html
MommyNamedApril says
i would LOVE to win this!!! thanks for the chance!!!
Sheila says
This would be a great help as I try to learn to take better pictures.
L says
Thanks for hosting! This looks like a great lens!
Melissa Lewis - Off The Wall says
So excited… what a great giveaway!
Liz Caldwell says
I really like that first shot you posted, of the bird, very well done!
Andrew Pierson says
Great lens. I would love to give it to my wife as a gift! She is a great photographer….
amyb! says
I would LOVE a new lens! I have a busy toddler who is hard to photograph sometimes!
Sues says
That zoom is like a dream come true to me! I had the BEST zoom Nikon camera, but I recently upgraded to the Canon t2i. MUCH nicer camera, but I miss my crazy zooming! Thank you so much for this awesome giveaway 🙂
Stefanie says
Oh, my, oh, my! What an amazing gift for my brother this would be!
stefanielritz at gmail dot com 🙂