We are very excited to inform you that you may now filter the sample photos accordingly by the camera model. It took us few hours of intensive development and testing before releasing it live.

It’s a pretty straight forward filtration mechanism that would help you to find photos you need better.

Generally, at this stage, this filtration feature would only return photos that have EXIF’s data containing the camera maker and model. Photos without EXIF data would be skipped.

Of course, during the initial launch, only recent Canon and Nikon camera models can be selected from the drop down list but we are working day and night trying to bring all models into the list. At the same time, we would need to migrate all items from the old mylensdb project into the database (Complete list) too.

We hope that we are now thriving in the correct direction bringing good to the masses!

 Tamron has made this lightweight, compact high power zoom lens available with the Di optical system with improved multi-coating for digital SLR cameras as well as film cameras, further enhancing its ease of use and popularity.

Tamron announces the introduction of the up-graded Tamron AF 28-200mm Lens, this model features a Di optical sysem for use with digital and film cameras. Di (Digitally Integrated) is a designation Tamron gives lenses featuring optical systems designed to meet the performance chatacteristics of digital SLR cameras as well as film cameras. The Tamron 28-200mm Lens was the first generation of high-powered zoom lenses originally introduced in 1992. The current 28-200mm model makes use of XR (Extra Refractive Index) glass to achieve a remarkably lightweight and compact product that has won wide acclaim and this new version incorporates improved multi-coating for digital SLR cameras as well as film cameras.

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At Tamron, our quest has always been to make the ideal zoom lens. As a result of this ongoing challenge, we have introduced the concept of our high-power zoom lens in the AF18-200mm XR Di II for exclusive use with digital SLRs. Tamron’s original development of proprietary core technologies such as Aspherical element production, Multiple Cam Mechanism and Integrated Focus Cam design lend to the creation of the world’s lightest, most compact 11.1X zoom lens made for digital SLR cameras.

The 18-200mm (28-300 when converted to 35mm) provides the digital photographer with the versatility of a true wide to ultra tele zoom in an amazingly easy to use design.

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Reviews

Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) XR macro – Review / Test Report by photozone.de

There’s no such thing as a free lunch and the Tamron is no exception here. The extreme zoom range combined with the small lens dimensions comes at cost of some compromises. One is the rather slow max. aperture which limits the creative potential regarding shallow depth-of-field and the other compromise is, naturally, optical quality. In absolute terms the lens shows rather extreme distortions at the 18mm and vignetting as well as border quality don’t impress either. The latter is also true for the 200mm setting. Nonetheless the lens is capable to deliver decent quality images under controlled conditions – reads: f/8 (see also the sample shots). In the field the Tamron AF 18-200mm XR felt far more convincing than the Sigma AF 18-200mm DC thanks to a decent AF performance so if it has to be such an extreme zoom lens the Tamron is the better bet. For critical applications you should consider to split the zoom range into at least two lenses though.

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This lens employs an IF (Internal Focusing) system that maintains the overall length of the lens during focusing. Uses two LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements that effectively compensate for chromatic aberration. Provides high-contrast, outstanding image quality and a soft out-of-focus background effect. Incorporates an AF/MF one touch switchover mechanism built into the focus ring (for Canon & Nikon only). Super performance series provides high performance through outstanding design specifications.

FEC (Filter Effect Control): Features the new FEC (Filter Effect Control) function that enhances operational ease of Polarizing Filter use. The new Filter Effect Control is designed to rotate the filter to the desired position while the hood is attached. This is accomplished by turning the FEC ring that in turn rotates the portion of the filter mount where the filter is mounted.

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Standard zoom lens with an Image Stabilizer and high zoom ratio. With the Image Stabilizer turned on, you can obtain sharp, natural-looking pictures in dim lighting without using flash or a tripod. Very handy for places where flash is prohibited. Uses ring-type USM for swift, silent autofocus and full-time manual focus. Closest focusing distance is 20 in. (50cm).

• Broad zoom range includes popular focal lengths, from 28mm wide-angle for tight interiors and group shots, to 135mm telephoto, great for sports, nature photography or portraits.
• Image Stabilizer mechanism compensates for camera shake, permitting hand-held photography at the slower speeds necessary in dim light when the use of flash or a tripod is undesirable, impractical or forbidden. Choosing slower speeds also allows use of smaller apertures, resulting in increased depth-of-field.
• Advanced ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) drive delivers precise, silent, high-speed autofocusing. (Full-time manual focus is also provided.)
• Extremely compact and lightweight lens, particularly when considering its near 5X zoom ratio and IS mechanism.

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Reviews

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens Review by The-Digital-Picture.com

The Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens is a very popular lens. If you are looking for a good value 28mm-something zoom lens and your budget limits you to the Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens’ price range, look no farther. The Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens provides a great focal length range, reasonably sharp images and IS at a very low price point and in a relatively small package. When purchased as a kit lens with a Canon EOS DSLR, it is an excellent value.

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