Customers admire the 17-70mm F/2.8 lens for its razor-sharp image quality across the entire zoom range, its versatile functionality, and its consistently good aperture at all focal lengths. The auto focus is also appreciated for being very quick. However, some customers have noted that the lens can be heavy and a bit too big.
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Size, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for that needed Zoom
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This lens is great for my Sony A6700. As that being a crop sensor camera if gives me a great zoom length with good background blur. It is a bit bulky with a decent weight on it but still manageable to travel with.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Aperture
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lens at a great price!
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I was price shopping for the Tamron 17-77mm lens because of its constant f2.8. When I visited Best Buy in October, it was listed at $699.99. The young lady that was helping me showed me how to download the app and place a price drop alert. Two weeks later, I was alerted that the price had dropped $100. With that reduction and an 18 month interest-free purchase plan, the lens is now seated on my Sony A 6400 camera. I am one happy shopper.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Versatility
Cons mentioned:
Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Lens
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this lens for a trip I had for Peru, and i just have to say that i don’t regret at all this purchase. It is a bit in the heavier side but instead of traveling with 2-3 lenses, i traveled with only this lens and I loved every image i captured
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Aperture
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
small, affordable, great feature set
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
great all around, travel lens. Small and light enough to be comfortable for long hikes. Awesome AF. Fast and accurate. F2.8 delivers pleasing bokeh for great looking portraits
I would recommend this to a friend
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Zoom
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lens addition
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I mostly do landscapes and I shoot most with my wide angle 14mm f/1.4, but this has been an excellent addition for my photography. Gives me the ability to zoom in when I need to just enough to still get great landscapes. It’s a great lens at a great price.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality, Versatility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Lens for APS-C
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a great stabilized lens. I love the wide angle on it and it is also very versatile.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
SO WORTH IT
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This lens makes such a huge difference for my Sony ZVE-10. I did not realize how much better the quality was until I pulled up the photos I took on my MacBook! If you are considering upgrading your camera, this lens is hands down amazing!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Versatility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
W lens
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
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Best lens in this price range. Over all one and done / versatile for all. This doesn’t leave my camera it’s best for evey shooting event or streaming
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality, Versatility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
THE ONLY ZOOM LENS YOU NEED
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This lens is so versatile, it stays on my camera most of the time! It can capture from wide to really close up shots at your own convenience. The image that comes out of this is just sharp!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Clear and precise
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Great Lens! Very clear and professional photographs :)
I would recommend this to a friend
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Zoom
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Stabilization
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When paired with my Sony zv-e10 , works wonders and the zoom and is a must for this camera. I overall love this lens so far. It’s got great stability in video as well which is another plus one
I would recommend this to a friend
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Auto focus, Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
lens
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very sharp lens worth the money the auto focus is very quick and is easy to use and covers 80% of lens use
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Versatility
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great all around lens.
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Versatile, and can't beat the price. Quality is overall good! This replaces my 18-55mm and 28-70mm lenses and at an f2.8 aperture beats both lenses for low light.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super Clear and Amazing Lens
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I loved how clear every shot I took has been and how easy it is to get used to it. Its gives me all the good angles and I couldn’t be more happier with my purchase!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Upgrade for my Sony Zve10
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I finally upgraded my lenses to this for my Sony Zve10! I dont regret a thing. Best purchase ever.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Tamron 17-70 12.8 Lens
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Great image stabilization and excellent image quality. Using it with a Sony FX-30 camera.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Aperture, Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Lens
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent 2.8 aperture lens. Takes great pictures as well as video.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Versatility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
my first lens
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the perfect lens for me so versatile and beginner friendly
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Tamron 17-70mm
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Such an amazing lens. My pictures have been coming out more cleaner and sharper than ever
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for you
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good lens with good quality of photos. Variable zoom. Great bokeh and clear sharp focus