Here’s a brief look at the Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 zoom lens. Scroll down for the main review.
Lens
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di LD aspherical IF Macro Model A09S
Box contents
Front and rear caps, user’s manual, and hood.
Cost
Street price around $459
Build quality
Good
Additional information
Similar to the Konica Minolta 28-75mm F/2.8 (D) and…
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Box and contents Back with zoom extended LCD lit up, showing manual mode settingsSpecifications and general information.
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