Today, I'm reviewing the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, a full-frame mirrorless lens available for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts. I've used this lens extensively in the field over the past few months, and I've also brought it into our lab for extensive tests. Want to see how...
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 S vs Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3
Partly for fun - and partly to see if you get what you pay for - I wanted to compare two rather different telephoto zooms today. One of them is among Nikon's most coveted professional lenses, the Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 S; the other is a third-party optic that costs about...
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E vs Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3
One of the most popular types of telephoto lenses is the humble 70-300mm variable-aperture zoom. They're small, light, and cheap - and many of them still manage good image quality. It's anyone's guess why Nikon has taken so long to introduce one to their Z system. Instead, photographers who want...
Photo Challenges, Week 5
I am happy to announce the fifth week of our photo photography theme challenge and Raw editing challenge. It's hard to believe it's been a month since we've started these! The challenges come every Friday, and you have until Wednesday to submit your results in the official threads on our...
Nikon Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 vs Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3
Nikon Z photographers who want a lightweight telephoto zoom have only a handful of options. Two of the most interesting choices are Nikon'z own Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR and the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD - which is Tamron's first official autofocus lens for the Z system. If you're...
Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Sample Images & RAWs
I've used the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD extensively in the field and wanted to share some sample images with you today, including full-resolution original RAW files available for download! If you're considering the 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3, these sample images and RAW files should give you a good idea of...
Photography News: 4th Of July Sales, Rumored Retro Nikon
It's been a few years since I stood on the summit of one of the highest active volcanoes in the world, the mighty Cotopaxi (5,897 m). It was 2009, and besides the ice axe and crampons, I also had my Nikon D... Or you know what, I'll give it to...
Photo Challenges, Week 4
I am happy to announce the fourth week of our photo photography theme challenge and Raw editing challenge. The challenges come every Friday, and you have until Wednesday to submit your results in the official threads on our forum. Before I talk about some of last week's submissions, let's see...
Wildlife Photography Camouflage: Tips and Different Approaches
Very few animal species see humans as prey. Being at the top of the food chain definitely has its advantages! However, like with many good things, there are downsides as well. Most animals are deeply and instinctively afraid of humans. For wildlife photography, that can be quite a challenge.
Do You Need a Flagship Camera?
Flagship cameras today are aimed at wider audiences than ever before. They often have more resolution, less weight, and even (taking inflation into account) lower prices. Most of all, their features are geared toward far more than just fast-paced sporting events. But does that mean a flagship camera is right for you?