Tamron SP 150-600mm f/56.3 Di VC USD G2

£1,099/$1,199

Redesigned, revamped, revitalised Lens mount Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A

Tamron’s original 150600mm was a good lens, but the newer G2 edition is a major upgrade. Two additional Low Dispersion elements are fitted and secondary nano-structure coatings are applied, along with better weather-seals and a fluorine coating on the front element.

New and improved VC (Vibration Compensation) is rated at 4.5 stops, with three operating modes instead of just one. These include static and panning options, plus a mode for tracking erratically moving subjects, The autofocus system is faster, and a new flex zoom lock can be engaged at any focal length.

Performance

Everything works well, especially the revamped autofocus and stabilisation systems, and handling is very refined. Outright sharpness is a little lacking in the short to medium zoom sector.