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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 EF Mount Review

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2

Main Features

  • 15-30mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 1,110g / 2.44 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 98mm x 145mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.28m
  • Max Magnification: 0.2x
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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Overview


Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Ultra-Wideangle Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with EF Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifePoor
SportsPoor
PortraitAverage
TravelGood
StreetVery Good
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundGood
VloggingVery Good
LandscapeVery Good
MacroFair

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Reasons to Buy Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Distance Scale
Hood supplied
Full-time Manual Focusing
Fast Aperture at Wide end
Fast Aperture at Tele end
Constant f2.8 aperture throughout the range
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
Extreme Wide-angle capability
Minimum focus distance of 0.28m / 11.0 inch
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CONs
Lens Extents while zooming
Heavy
Pricey


Lens Mount

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is compatible with cameras that have a Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a maximum diameter of 98mm and total length of 145mm when not extended. It weighs 1110g / 39.2 oz.




Focal Range

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a focal range of 15-30mm and 2.0X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 24 - 48mm.



Weather Sealings

The Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.

Optical Image Stabilization

The Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Zoom Method

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.2x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.28m.

Below are the 3 Ultra-Wideangle Zoom type Canon12 mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Canon 8-15mm f4L Fisheye USM: 0.39x - (Compare)
  • Canon 16-35mm F2.8L III: 0.25x - (Compare)
  • Canon 17-40mm f4.0L USM: 0.24x - (Compare)

Aperture

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f2.8 from 15mm all the way to the 30mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
15mm F2.8 F22
30mm F2.8 F22

Optical Formula

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2's optical formula consists of 18 elements in 13 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 2 eXpanded glass molded aspherical
  • 1 molded glass aspherical
  • 3 aspherical elements
  • Anti-reflection eXpand
  • BBAR
  • fluorine coatings

Lens Hood

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Body Colour

Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 amongst Camera Decision readers.

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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Alternatives in Canon EF Mount
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Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Tamron
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Canon EF
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 15-30mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock No
Zoom Ratio 2.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8
Min Aperture F22
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 18
Optical Groups 13
Special Elements 2 eXpanded glass molded aspherical + 1 molded glass aspherical + 3 aspherical elements, Anti-reflection eXpand + BBAR + fluorine coatings

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.28m
Max Magnification 0.2X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 1110g
Diameter 98mm
Length 145mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread Unknown
Filter Notes Canon version accepts rear gel filters
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar No
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