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sharonkw

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I was planning on buying the Tamron 28-75 2.8 for the D90. I had one for my Canon, and really like it.
Then I ran across the 17-50 2.8.
Does anyone know anything about this lens??
TIA
 
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sharonkw

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Making sure to do my research this time. Was hoping someone might have personal experience with this lens.
A whole new system has proved to be quite the learning experience, lol. Baby steps!!
 
Dawg Pics

Dawg Pics

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@sharonkw
I have both lenses. I use the 28-75 most of the time. It pretty much stays on my camera if I am not using the long lens for birds.
I use the 17-50 now and then when I need a wider lens. They are both good, but depends on what you need.

Images with 17-50mm
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Image with 28-75mm
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sharonkw

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Thank you for responding. My thought was, with the crop factor, the 17-50 would end up being almost 28 on the wide end. Is that correct?
 
Dawg Pics

Dawg Pics

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sharonkw said:
Thank you for responding. My thought was, with the crop factor, the 17-50 would end up being almost 28 on the wide end. Is that correct?
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If the D90 is 1.5x crop factor it would be 25.5 equivalent on a full frame. I never consider the crop factor when I am looking at lenses since I don't own a full frame and haven't used film in decades. It never made sense to me to do that, but it may be useful information for you.
 
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Bikerbrent_RIP

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The crop factor is one reason I have the Tokina 12-24mm to go with my Nikon 18-200mm for my everyday lens setup. Trying to decide rather it would be worthwhile to trade my 12-24mm for a 11-16mm or a 10-20mm.
 
Marcel

Marcel

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I have the Tamron 17-50 and for a while had the Nikkor 17-55 2.8 also. I sold the Nikkor to keep the Tamron and have absolutely no regrets. For a D90, I think the 17-50 is a better choice than the 28-75.
 
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