Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4,5-5,6 Di-II
General information
This is a zoom lens manufactured by Tamron and the model was launched 2005.
The lens belongs to the category
wide angle zoom lenses, a wide angle lens where you have the possibility to zoom in and out.
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Compatibility, autofocus and focal length
The lens is available for both Canon and Nikon cameras, but there are two different versions of this lens (one for each brand and mount) so it is important that you ask for and choose the right version when bying the lens.
This lens is designed and meant for Canon and Nikon cameras with a smaller sensor (often referred to as 'APS-C') which means that the lens does not fit all camera models. By clicking on the link below you can make sure that the lens works with your camera model and you should do an additional check with your local dealer as well, before you buy the lens just to be sure.
Here it is the only Canon version of the lens that has a built-in autofocus (AF) motor. The possibility to use autofocus (AF) is available for Nikon cameras but only if the camera itself has a built-in autofocus (AF) motor. Some cheaper and budget camera models from Nikon lacks a built-in autofocus motor, and we at Lensora appreciate autofocus, so in the list of compatible cameras we have chosen to display only the cameras that you can get autofocus with.
The lens has a focal length of 11-18 mm. Since the lens is designed to be used on a camera with smaller sensor ('APS-C') the focal length will be equivalent to 18-29 mm if you have a Canon camera or 16-27 mm if you have a Niko camera.
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- Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length
- Read more about the autofocus motor and the importance of this part
Lens brightness and image stabilizer
The lens brightness and aperture value is f/4,5-5,6.
This lens is not considered to have a good aperture value and brightness. It is something to consider before you purchase the lens. To compensate for this you might, while photographing in less favorable light conditions, be forced to either use higher ISO settings (which generates more noise in the image), slower shutter speeds (which may give some motion blur) or flash lightning. Read more at the link below what lens brightness means to you as a photographer.
One thing to consider is that the lens has a variable brightness, which means that depending on how much you are zooming the lens will have a different maximum aperture value. At 11 mm the lens brightness is f/4,5 and at 18 mm the brightness is f/5,6. Through the link below you can read more about what this could mean for you as a photographer.
The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds.
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Filter and Lens Hood
The lens has a traditional filter thread on the front and its measuring 77 mm which also the filter you will use must have. If you use for example an UV filter can be a cheap insurance against scratches and dust.
Together with the lens there is a lens hood included but we have unfortunately no further information on model etc so feel free to contact us if you know more.
Pictures (product and sample images)
In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below.
Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
- Images of Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4,5-5,6 Di-II
- Sample pictures taken with Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4,5-5,6 Di-II
Things to consider before buying
Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilities. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens.
- The price (more info)
- A lens hood is included
- Light weight (355 gr)
- No built-in autofocus motor (the Nikon version)
- Works only on cameras with APS-C sensor
- No built-in image stabilizer
- Poor aperture value with its f/5,6
- A variable lens brightness at different focal lengths
- The lens is not sealed against moisture and dust
Specification
| Product Name: | Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4,5-5,6 Di-II (See dictionary) |
| Release date: | 2005 |
| Manufacturer: | Tamron |
| Type of lens: | Wide Angle Zoom Lenses |
| Construction: | Zoom lens (with the ability to zoom in and out) |
| Works with cameras from: |
Canon (see compatible cameras) Nikon (see compatible cameras) |
| 1:1 at Macro: | No Macro lens |
| Compatibility: | Designed for APS-C cameras (see compatible cameras) |
| Autofocus (AF): | Yes |
| Built-in autofocus (AF) motor: |
Canon
Nikon Nikon; for autofocus the camera has to have a built-in autofocus (AF) motor See a list of compatible cameras |
| Maximum aperture: |
f/4,5-5,6 The lens aperture and brightness varies at different focal lengths. f/4,5 at 11 mm f/5,6 at 18 mm (Read more) |
| Focal Range: |
11-18 mm
This is a "Di-II" lens, designed for APS-C sensors, and will have a focal length equivalent to: On Canon cameras: 18-29 mm On Nikon cameras: 16-27 mm Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length |
| Lens Construction: | 15 elements / 12 groups |
| Image Stabilizer: | No |
| Closest Focusing Distance: | 25 cm |
| Filter: | Filter Thread, 77 mm |
| Lens Hood: | Included, but no info available |
| Tripod mount: | No (Read more) |
| Weather sealing: | No |
| Dimensions (diameter x length): | 83 x 78 mm |
| Weight: | 355 g (see the total weight, camera+lens) |
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Pictures (product and sample images)
In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below.
Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
- Images of Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4,5-5,6 Di-II
- Sample pictures taken with Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4,5-5,6 Di-II
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