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Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens

Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens

4.8(77 ratings)

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$949.00at Willoughby's Photo EmporiumChecked 11 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $949.00 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium on Nov 10.
  • Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens

A fast ultra-wide zoom for full-frame DSLRs, covering 15-30mm at a constant f/2.8 with Vibration Compensation and a fast ring-type autofocus motor. Its built-in hood, rear filter mount and moisture-resistant sealing make it a practical landscape and architecture lens. It is large and heavy, and it cannot take front filters, so it competes with first-party f/2.8 ultra-wides on value rather than size. Owners rate it highly for sharpness and stabilization.

Best forFull-frame DSLR landscape shootersArchitecture and interior photographyHandheld low-light wide shotsAstrophotography and night skies
Pros
  • Constant f/2.8 across the zoom range
  • Vibration Compensation helps handheld shots
  • Sharp across the frame, especially stopped down
  • Moisture-resistant build with built-in hood
  • Rear filter mount for gel filters
Cons
  • Large and heavy for a wide zoom
  • No front filter thread; bulky filters only at the rear
  • Not compatible with Tamron teleconverters
  • Focus breathing and some field curvature at 15mm

Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens prices at every store

  • Willoughby's Photo EmporiumNew

    In stock

    $949.00Checked 11 h ago
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  • NeweggNew

    In stock

    $1,299.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by 6ave

    $1,299.00Checked 11 h ago
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  • Cardinal CameraNew

    In stock

    $1,299.99Checked 11 h ago
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Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens price history

Lowest price we've seen: $949.00 on Nov 11 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

  • 4.8 / 577 ratings

Reviewers and owners praise the G2 for sharpness, solid stabilization and build quality at a wide aperture. Most criticism centers on its size and weight and the lack of a front filter thread.

What people mention
  • SharpnessPraisedOwners say it is sharp across the frame, especially stopped down a little.
  • StabilizationPraisedVibration Compensation is reported to work well for handheld low-light shots.
  • WeightCriticisedMany find it heavy and bulky for a wide-angle zoom.
  • FiltersCriticisedThe lack of a front filter thread limits filter options to rear gel filters.
  • BuildPraisedThe moisture-resistant body and built-in hood are seen as tough and practical.

About the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens

The Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a wide-angle zoom lens with a 15-30mm focal length and a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8. The aperture stops down to f/22 and uses 9 blades. It has a moisture-resistant construction and a black finish.

The optical design has 18 elements in 13 groups. Autofocus uses an internal focusing system, and the lens has image stabilization. The minimum focus distance is 0.28 m across the full zoom range, with a magnification of 0.2x.

The lens has a built-in flower-type hood and a rear filter mount. It is not compatible with Tamron's teleconverters. A lens cap and lens pouch are included.

Focal length
15-30mm zoom
Aperture
f/2.8 to f/22, 9 blades
Elements
18 elements in 13 groups
Focus
Autofocus, internal focusing
Min focus
0.28 m at full zoom range
Magnification
0.2x
Stabilization
Yes
Diameter
98.4 mm
Hood
Built-in flower hood
In the box
Lens cap, lens pouch

Specifications

Zoom Focal Length
15-30mm
Durability
Moisture-resistant construction
Included Accessories
Lens Pouch, Lens cap
Included Highlights
Built-in Lens Hood, With Lens Cap
Magnification
0.2x
Accessory Type
Lens
Hood Type
Flower hood

Questions and answers

Is this lens good for landscape photography?
Yes. The 15-30mm range, constant f/2.8 and sharp optics suit landscapes, and the sealed body handles weather. It is heavy, so a solid tripod helps.
Does it work on mirrorless cameras?
It is a DSLR lens. On mirrorless bodies it needs a mount adapter, and autofocus performance depends on the adapter.
Can I use front filters on it?
No. It has a built-in hood and no front filter thread. It accepts gel filters at the rear mount instead.
How does it compare with the first-generation version?
The G2 adds improved stabilization, faster autofocus and better sealing. Optically it is a refinement rather than a complete redesign.
Is the autofocus fast enough for moving subjects?
It is quick and quiet for a wide zoom, but it is built for landscapes and interiors rather than fast action.
What is in the box?
The lens comes with a lens pouch and lens cap; the hood is built in.
Where is the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens cheapest?
At Willoughby's Photo Emporium, for $949.00, 27% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 77 ratings.
Where can I buy the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens?
4 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg, Willoughby's Photo Emporium, eBay, Cardinal Camera.

Stores we've priced the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens at

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