Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/10/19
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Anthony: I suggest that you run a line chart test of the lens at F2.8, F4.0 and F5.6 at different focal lengths and you will become disenchanted quickly. Compare the same test results to the Tarmon Apo 28-70 2.8 and your will be sick. I didn't buy the Tamron but at half the price it is very attractive. My 80-200 ED 2.8 AFS is tack sharp but there are Nikon lenses at one-third the price that will out perform the 28-70. In my 30 years using Nikon and Leica products this is the only lense that I have ever disposed of for poor quality. Bob << > The 28-70 F2.8 AFS (I owned one) is a monster and is one > of the worst lenses that I have ever owned. Indeed? This is the first time I've heard anyone knock that lens. I love it, and it has gotten excellent reviews. > I am not alone in my assessment of this lense. It is > a frequent discussion on the Nikon list. That must be new, then. At least no one was trashing the lens when I was on the list. -- Anthony >>