Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Macro Prime lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
EF Mount cameras.Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro was replaced with Tamron SP 90mm F2.8 Di VC USD 1:1 Macro Canon EF. Follow the link to read our comparison of these lenses:
Compare Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 Di Macro Canon EF vs Tamron SP 90mm F2.8 Di VC USD 1:1 Macro Canon EF
The Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro is also available in the Nikon F (FX) , Sony Alpha and Pentax KAF mounts.
What type of photography is the Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
There are 4 more lenses that have the same focal range and aperture values with the Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro that are compatible with the Canon EF mount, you can find the review and comparison links of these lenses below.
Lenses in Canon EF Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Reasons to Buy the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 Di Macro Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 Di Macro lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
| Autofocus |
| AF/MF Switch on Lens |
| Aperture Ring |
| Distance Scale |
| DoF(Depth of Field) Scale |
| Hood supplied |
| Full-time Manual Focusing |
| Covers Full-Frame Sensor |
| 9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh |
| High Max Magnification ratio of 1x |
| Min focus distance of 0.29m / 11.4 inch |
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Lens Mount
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro 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 Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro has a maximum diameter of 72mm and a total length of 97mm. It weighs 405g / 14.3 oz.
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro has a filter thread of 55mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro:
You can also check All Canon EF Mount Lenses with 55mm Filter Thread Size to find the matching lenses.
Focal Range
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro has a fixed focal length of 90mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 144mm.
Optical Image Stabilization
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro doesn't have an optical image stabilization system so the only option to stabilize the image taken with this lens is to mount on a camera body with IBIS (sensor based In-body image stabilization).
Alternatively, you can check the Canon 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM , Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM and Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro. in Canon EF mount that have similar focal range but features Optical Image Stabilization.
Lenses Similar to Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro With Optical Image Stabilization
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro has a Max Magnification Ratio of 1x with a minimum focusing distance of 0.29m.
Below are the 3 Macro Prime type Canon12 mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
The Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 Di Macro features a maximum aperture of F2.8 and can be stopped down to a minimum aperture of F32. An aperture of F2.8 provides a solid balance, offering capable low-light performance and giving you plenty of flexibility when shooting indoors or during golden hour. The combination of a longer 90mm focal length and a bright F2.8 opening makes it incredibly easy to isolate your subject, melting away busy backgrounds into smooth, professional bokeh. The minimum setting of F32 is excellent for deep depth of field work like macro photography, though you may want to avoid the absolute smallest settings to skip the sharpness loss caused by optical diffraction.
Optical Formula
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro's optical formula consists of 10 elements in 9 groups .
Lens Hood
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.
Body Colour
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro is available in Black color.
Popular Comparisons of Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro
Here are the 8 most popular comparisons of the Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro Lens
In addition, it would be interesting to check which lenses from other mounts are most commonly compared with the Tamron SP AF 90mm F2.8 Di Macro.
Top Alternatives of Tamron 90mm f2.8 Macro in Other Lens Mounts
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