When a third party lens is this good, at this price point, it does an amazing thing: It raises the bar so so high for native lenses, both in terms price and quality. And that’s what Tamron has done here. I chose it over the superb 35mm 1.8S lens.
I have the tamron 35mm 1.4 nikon mount, and I can tell you that the tamron is phenom. Resolution, flare control, fast and accurate focusing, microcntrast etc. The tamron is up there with the very best. My copy of this Tamron is as sharp it gets.
Thank you for your reviews! You touch on all the points I am interested in. I prefer the Canon for its 3d pop, the micro contrast on this lens is unmatched by any 35mm lens out there. Tamron does represent a good value, but I would rather save up for the Canon. Just hope Canon releases a 35mm 1.2 soon on their RF mount.
Mainak Bag did you shoot the Sigma 35 Art? It’s one of my favorite lenses, now on my Z6 but I also liked it when I had the D850. Was plenty sharp wide open. Won’t let that go ever maybe. So I don’t feel a need to change it. I guess the Tamron can’t be that much better. Sharper in the corners sure but I don’t care. I just want maximum character
ChrispyArt From what I have seen (the frantic Internet research that one does before spending the hard earned money), the bokeh falloff looked nicer to me. And it has the weather sealing which is a must have for me. Also, since the Tamron is much newer product, the autofocus motor is improved. There were 3 key reasons for picking up the Tamron and not even the S lens..
Mainak Bag yes if you need weather sealing the art is not good! Shooting in snow storm ruined my buddies! But it’s an awesome lens otherwise on Mirrorless
Great review Marcus - appreciate that you DO take in to account how much personal taste is involved in choosing the right tool for you. Like, why choose a lens that someone else says is the best, but that doesn't speak to YOU? One thing is that Canon L is also 5 years old (2015), whereas Tamron just came out last year, so that's a good gap in which a) Tamron has had time to update their optics, and b) I've gotten 4+ extra years of use from my Canon L and made images that I would never have been able to make on the Tamron, simply because it didn't exist. There's a big price difference but for me that difference has been more than made up the last 5 years :)
Thank you so much Brian! Yes I love my 35lii, I can’t believe it’s still such a gem being 5 years old! Plus it focuses so well in video I don’t think I’m going anywhere. That soft flare though is the one thing I miss so much once I have it back to my buddy! I hope canon will address that with the rumored Rf 35L. Either way it’s a win for us!
The video is completely untrue! I had both of these glasses at the same time and there were no differences in color, microcontrast and clarity. Even a blind person can see that you added a preset and it completely changed the color on the Tamron. Moreover, at least two times and different ones. Of course, the colors and tonality will not be the same. So please don't mislead people. It was necessary to provide a JPEG from the camera to adequately compare them.
I guess you need to AF finetuning of the Tamron using a tap-in console if you did not do that. After that it is going to be fair to compare the sharpness to a native lens.
My first YT Video viewing of one of your reviews. I'm happy to have "discovered" you today, Marcus! Great review! I'm in the market for a 35mm, and your info and artistry today gave me a new direction in options. So honest, so real, so helpful! Thank-you very much :)!! Scott
Maybe focusing issues or your tamron lens is defective. Lens rentals compared both lenses and the tamron clearly outperforms the canon optically. My copy of the tamron is much better than your samples.
@@SNAPAVELI maybe. Dustin Abbott did a video comparing both on the 5d Mk4 I think and both performed very well. The Tamron has the edge in corner resolution and softer bokeh. But chances are that you will get a bad copy. Had that a couple of times with third party lenses. In that case get it replaced until you get a good one 👍🏻
Bro every imagine you show the colors / skin tones are completely different and tbh the Canon actually had way better skin tones.. please next time when you edit or don't try to keep them both looking the same anyhow thanks for the video! Keep up the great work!
Am I alone at 0:30 to notice that 35mm L crushed the tamron in color, contrast, shadows, highlight. tamron killed the skin tones, she got a sunburnt and greens are yellow. am i alone to see that? i had 3 tamron and that's the same story on all this lenses. I may be color-blind but for me canon, even 35mm f2 is is superior optics even if the dof is only 2. 4:34 : yes it's sharper but for what price? the face is destroyed. you easisly can replicate this look in post prod with whith the canon raw, but you can't get a natural look from the tamron one even in post prod. 5:15. WTF are these greens? this compare shots make me cry because i invested massively in tamron. same story on all my recent tamron lenses (FE 28-75, EF 35-150). i would like to love them. really.
Wow! Definitely the BEST review out there for the Tamron 35mm... I have a quick question for you bro... I’m a RP user, I got a reaaaally good price on a EF 24-70 f2.8 II (literally brand new) but, I’m a portrait, beach and boudoir photographer so, zoom lens isn’t like the best option... I prefer the quality and look of prime lenses! I’m wanting to sell my 24-70 and buy a Tamron 35mm f1.4 SP and a Sigma 85mm f1.4 ART for my RP. I know it’s more money, but, what would you do? Sorry if my English isn’t awesome lol, it’s not my primarily language
idk, but the colors on my screen look very off. sometimes there is way too much blue, even in the highlights in her eyes and in the background. are these obvious differences in colour caused by the lens or are they edited very differently? did u use orange teal filter?
that first comparison at 10s is a dead giveaway you get what you pay for. the flare issue and colour cast it throws on your images is an absolute pain to correct. they've nailed the sharpness and bokeh but the internal reflections are a no-go for me, cheap elements. if i want to lower the dynamic range of my sensor i'll do it with software, not the lens. (for context im a nikon guy). 3:50 i felt the same way when i had a tamrom 85 vc, amazing lens (if you dont care about deep shadows going muddy due to flare that covers the entire frame and the weird colour casts, oh and heavy vignetting wide open). for the price, excellent.
Hi Marcus. Have you had the opportunity to test with fast moving subjects and in low light? For example sports in the gym. Should I be concerned about its autofocus tracking speed?
Nice review! I always look at models eyes. Already in several reviews I see that Tamron's eyes are fuzzy. That's why I recently sold the new Tamron 24-70 G2 after comparison with Canon RF 24-70. Maybe it doesn't matter to many, but it's important to me.
I’m dying to see a flash comparison between the ad600 pro vs profoto B10plus. I’m wondering does a profoto modifier make the quality it is it the flash. Or will you not see a difference in quality
Rodney Turner thanks. I have profoto friends that swear it’s so much better. My theory is once it’s bouncing off a wall or in a soft box it’s now at the mercy of the softbox.
У Тамрон Фронт Фокус, поэтому боке кажется плавным, это можно заметить на 5:41 фокус Кэнон на руке, фокус Тамрон на ноге! 2:23 Цвета Кэнон намного лучше, особенно цвет кожи, настройте свой монитор. У тамрон оранжевая кожа
Bro excellent vid. I am in the market for a 35mm. Did you try the canon MKI? Especially with the R? Can get the canon version MKI used at the same price point as the tamron new but don't know if it is a wise option taking into account we got this tamron. Heard that this MKI is dreammy and has a proper own look to it. So not sure really. I know it is a more softer than the tamron.
I’ve actually never shot the L mki , I was shooting the sigma art at that time. I would imagine the tamron would be better. Really nothing to not like about it.
I love the look of the Tamron. Sometimes I think the ability of a lens to be tack sharp is a little bit much. Especially in a portrait. Great on a car or something industrial, but I like a softer feel in a portrait. The difference in the flare is crazy.
Pattymac Makes yes! The tamron is a great mix of sharpness and character. The canon really leaves some skin work to be done... that sometimes is frustrating.
@@SNAPAVELI Back in the day, Tamron was kind of a cheapo product, but I still had some of their stuff. I believe I got it from Radio Shack. lol This looks like a beautiful lens from watching the video. Tamron has come a LONG way. Digital photos can be too representational and lack soul. I know you know what I mean. Sharpness is nice, but why do we need to see every single pore and errant hair? You don't see it in real life with the eye, but the lens will capture it all. I like something softer and with a little grain. It's more film like. I don't shoot film anymore, but I still like the gentler, softer product it yields. I like how you call it the character. I prefer character to precision any day.
Pattymac Makes reminds me of how Sigma went from being very average to really great optically with the art series. Tamron can do the same! Yes I agree, some of my favorite shots are taken with the 85 1.4g. I think it had a warm coating and just sharp enough, I wish more lens manufacturers would concentrate on that!
@@SNAPAVELI Not a lot of artists out there, Marcus. The artists want the character and the technicians want sharpness. That's why there's all the articles on sharpness and technical specs. That appeals to a more analytical photographer. And while I agree you have to have some of that to make good decisions in creating a proper exposure, I also believe there is more to it. That's why I enjoy your work so much. You have an artist's soul and I love seeing what you make!
I’ve not shot one yet. I’d say the canon in this video has the least flare but it comes at a cost of weird spots. I think coatings to reduce flare cause it
Tran Thai Binh yes the Tamron was the slightest bit sharper, but nothing to change my mind. The tamron has really soft bokeh though. Super smooth. The art has nervousness in it’s bokeh , I kind of have grown used to the 35 art look and almost preferred it though.... I’m weird.
Lens rentals test many copies to find which is the better lens. It clearly beats the Canon. You have a bad copy of the Tamron. It's simple as that. To claim their finding is not accurate based on your one lens tests vs the multi copy professional tests they do, is rather insulting to all the hard work they put into their testing
We all understand that there are lens variations, and it was clear that that was not the scope of this video. I am glad to see an a comparison with two actual copies that were purchased and tested. My chances of getting good / bad lenses are just the same as for anyone else. Even if this was a bad copy, it's pretty spectacular for a dud.
You just keep saying Canon sharper, Canon sharper.... :) so funny. Tamron is clearly better than you show here... I'm using the lens as my main .... Its a super sharp lens. I'm not sure if you have a bad copy there, or just bad intentions. :) Peace!
It’s a valid comment! The bokeh on the tamron was nicer than canon and the lens flare was handled way better. Perhaps I didn’t articulate that well enough. I’ve only use the 35 sigma 1.2 adapted on my Nikon I used to have. But no such adapter exists for canon. I loved the rendering. Hopefully canon will make a 35 1.2 rf. It’s just gonna be way overpriced for sure
When a third party lens is this good, at this price point, it does an amazing thing: It raises the bar so so high for native lenses, both in terms price and quality. And that’s what Tamron has done here. I chose it over the superb 35mm 1.8S lens.
Mainak Bag Hey!! I totally agree, I was not expecting this! It’s even 200$ off right now, totally tempted
The canon looks much better not even close
I kept the canon !
How?
I have the tamron 35mm 1.4 nikon mount, and I can tell you that the tamron is phenom.
Resolution, flare control, fast and accurate focusing, microcntrast etc. The tamron is up there with the very best.
My copy of this Tamron is as sharp it gets.
I use it too on my d850 and honestly the lens is incredible in every way. Images in this review look like crap quality wise.
Flickr posts of Tamron 35mm f1.4 is amazing. I feel Nikon results are better than Canon.
Thank you for your reviews! You touch on all the points I am interested in. I prefer the Canon for its 3d pop, the micro contrast on this lens is unmatched by any 35mm lens out there. Tamron does represent a good value, but I would rather save up for the Canon. Just hope Canon releases a 35mm 1.2 soon on their RF mount.
Thank you! I’m in the same boat! Just want the 1.2 to come out
@@SNAPAVELI if it's as good as the 50 and 85 rf, i'll be a happy camper for a long time!
@@joebledea 3d pop？ You mean ？
I use this Tamron with the Z6. For 25 mega pixels it’s enough sharp. Absolutely love how bokeh renders. It speaks to you... proper storytelling lens
Mainak Bag I certainly was impressed!! I think it’s right up there with the best 35s out!
Mainak Bag did you shoot the Sigma 35 Art? It’s one of my favorite lenses, now on my Z6 but I also liked it when I had the D850. Was plenty sharp wide open. Won’t let that go ever maybe. So I don’t feel a need to change it. I guess the Tamron can’t be that much better. Sharper in the corners sure but I don’t care. I just want maximum character
ChrispyArt From what I have seen (the frantic Internet research that one does before spending the hard earned money), the bokeh falloff looked nicer to me. And it has the weather sealing which is a must have for me. Also, since the Tamron is much newer product, the autofocus motor is improved. There were 3 key reasons for picking up the Tamron and not even the S lens..
ChrispyArt But you make me curious to find out the character you’re talking about... Maybe our man here can do a comparison!
Mainak Bag yes if you need weather sealing the art is not good! Shooting in snow storm ruined my buddies! But it’s an awesome lens otherwise on Mirrorless
The color so different ？ Can't believe. Thank for your great view.
Are they edited in the same way or the same preset ？
Great review Marcus - appreciate that you DO take in to account how much personal taste is involved in choosing the right tool for you. Like, why choose a lens that someone else says is the best, but that doesn't speak to YOU?
One thing is that Canon L is also 5 years old (2015), whereas Tamron just came out last year, so that's a good gap in which a) Tamron has had time to update their optics, and b) I've gotten 4+ extra years of use from my Canon L and made images that I would never have been able to make on the Tamron, simply because it didn't exist. There's a big price difference but for me that difference has been more than made up the last 5 years :)
Thank you so much Brian! Yes I love my 35lii, I can’t believe it’s still such a gem being 5 years old! Plus it focuses so well in video I don’t think I’m going anywhere. That soft flare though is the one thing I miss so much once I have it back to my buddy! I hope canon will address that with the rumored Rf 35L. Either way it’s a win for us!
The video is completely untrue! I had both of these glasses at the same time and there were no differences in color, microcontrast and clarity. Even a blind person can see that you added a preset and it completely changed the color on the Tamron. Moreover, at least two times and different ones. Of course, the colors and tonality will not be the same. So please don't mislead people. It was necessary to provide a JPEG from the camera to adequately compare them.
I guess you need to AF finetuning of the Tamron using a tap-in console if you did not do that. After that it is going to be fair to compare the sharpness to a native lens.
Thank you very much for your comparison. I have the TAMRON SP 35mm f/1.4 and I am considering whether to purchase CANON 35MM 14. LII.
Im about to buy this lens
I think you will like it!
In another test, I saw the barrel distortion of the Tamron and I was like “nope “.
Some photographers aren’t bothered by barrel distortion.
I didn’t really check that!
Now Canon released, RF 35 f 1.4, comes with a barrel distortion, and we pay a L glass premium price.
My first YT Video viewing of one of your reviews. I'm happy to have "discovered" you today, Marcus! Great review! I'm in the market for a 35mm, and your info and artistry today gave me a new direction in options. So honest, so real, so helpful! Thank-you very much :)!! Scott
Thank you so much Scott!! That means a lot to me!!
@@SNAPAVELI ❤️
Maybe focusing issues or your tamron lens is defective. Lens rentals compared both lenses and the tamron clearly outperforms the canon optically. My copy of the tamron is much better than your samples.
I’m not sure to be honest, it was plenty sharp for me. Could’ve been a non native thing? I was happy with it though.
@@SNAPAVELI maybe. Dustin Abbott did a video comparing both on the 5d Mk4 I think and both performed very well. The Tamron has the edge in corner resolution and softer bokeh.
But chances are that you will get a bad copy. Had that a couple of times with third party lenses. In that case get it replaced until you get a good one 👍🏻
Bro every imagine you show the colors / skin tones are completely different and tbh the Canon actually had way better skin tones.. please next time when you edit or don't try to keep them both looking the same anyhow thanks for the video! Keep up the great work!
No problem! Yea it’s tough to match em! Usually I just give raw files. But didn’t have permission on this shoot!
Am I alone at 0:30 to notice that 35mm L crushed the tamron in color, contrast, shadows, highlight. tamron killed the skin tones, she got a sunburnt and greens are yellow. am i alone to see that? i had 3 tamron and that's the same story on all this lenses. I may be color-blind but for me canon, even 35mm f2 is is superior optics even if the dof is only 2. 4:34 : yes it's sharper but for what price? the face is destroyed. you easisly can replicate this look in post prod with whith the canon raw, but you can't get a natural look from the tamron one even in post prod. 5:15. WTF are these greens? this compare shots make me cry because i invested massively in tamron. same story on all my recent tamron lenses (FE 28-75, EF 35-150). i would like to love them. really.
I've tested both lenses & the Tamron 35 is better ESPECIALLY if you use an R5.
Wow! Definitely the BEST review out there for the Tamron 35mm...
I have a quick question for you bro... I’m a RP user, I got a reaaaally good price on a EF 24-70 f2.8 II (literally brand new) but, I’m a portrait, beach and boudoir photographer so, zoom lens isn’t like the best option... I prefer the quality and look of prime lenses!
I’m wanting to sell my 24-70 and buy a Tamron 35mm f1.4 SP and a Sigma 85mm f1.4 ART for my RP.
I know it’s more money, but, what would you do?
Sorry if my English isn’t awesome lol, it’s not my primarily language
I would do it! 35 and 85 are my bread and butter! I could shoot with those 2 forever and not blink! Only rent a 24 when needed
J. Marcus Photography I know right? I mean, I mostly shoot on 35 and 70 anyway so 🤷🏻♂️
Do it, it's the right move.
The point is if you need 1.4
idk, but the colors on my screen look very off. sometimes there is way too much blue, even in the highlights in her eyes and in the background. are these obvious differences in colour caused by the lens or are they edited very differently? did u use orange teal filter?
Hey! Yes you are correct, it’s a bit of a creative edit. Blues are pushed into the highlights a bit. Both photos have exactly the same edit though.
that first comparison at 10s is a dead giveaway you get what you pay for. the flare issue and colour cast it throws on your images is an absolute pain to correct. they've nailed the sharpness and bokeh but the internal reflections are a no-go for me, cheap elements. if i want to lower the dynamic range of my sensor i'll do it with software, not the lens. (for context im a nikon guy). 3:50 i felt the same way when i had a tamrom 85 vc, amazing lens (if you dont care about deep shadows going muddy due to flare that covers the entire frame and the weird colour casts, oh and heavy vignetting wide open). for the price, excellent.
Yes, for the price it’s a step up. I kept the canon 1.4 lii, I think it’s superior all around
Hi Marcus. Have you had the opportunity to test with fast moving subjects and in low light? For example sports in the gym. Should I be concerned about its autofocus tracking speed?
Hey! No I sold the lens a while ago so I a really can’t remember and don’t want to give you bad info.
Nice review! I always look at models eyes. Already in several reviews I see that Tamron's eyes are fuzzy. That's why I recently sold the new Tamron 24-70 G2 after comparison with Canon RF 24-70. Maybe it doesn't matter to many, but it's important to me.
I’m dying to see a flash comparison between the ad600 pro vs profoto B10plus. I’m wondering does a profoto modifier make the quality it is it the flash. Or will you not see a difference in quality
I have a B10 and I don't think a Profoto branded modifier makes the difference in the quality of light.
Rodney Turner I agree. I’ve shot both, profoto didn’t wow me. I think the selens parabolic modifiers are the best on the market!
Rodney Turner thanks. I have profoto friends that swear it’s so much better. My theory is once it’s bouncing off a wall or in a soft box it’s now at the mercy of the softbox.
У Тамрон Фронт Фокус, поэтому боке кажется плавным, это можно заметить на 5:41 фокус Кэнон на руке, фокус Тамрон на ноге!
2:23 Цвета Кэнон намного лучше, особенно цвет кожи, настройте свой монитор. У тамрон оранжевая кожа
Bro excellent vid. I am in the market for a 35mm. Did you try the canon MKI? Especially with the R? Can get the canon version MKI used at the same price point as the tamron new but don't know if it is a wise option taking into account we got this tamron. Heard that this MKI is dreammy and has a proper own look to it. So not sure really. I know it is a more softer than the tamron.
Thank you! I have not ever shot the mk1, Julia trotti has a comparison between the 2 on her channel. The tamron is really good though, I’ll say that
Have you ever edited the pictures in raw？The first picture of Tamron is too dense in colour.
How do you feel the L i compares to the Tamron??
I’ve actually never shot the L mki , I was shooting the sigma art at that time. I would imagine the tamron would be better. Really nothing to not like about it.
I love the look of the Tamron. Sometimes I think the ability of a lens to be tack sharp is a little bit much. Especially in a portrait. Great on a car or something industrial, but I like a softer feel in a portrait. The difference in the flare is crazy.
Pattymac Makes yes! The tamron is a great mix of sharpness and character. The canon really leaves some skin work to be done... that sometimes is frustrating.
@@SNAPAVELI Back in the day, Tamron was kind of a cheapo product, but I still had some of their stuff. I believe I got it from Radio Shack. lol This looks like a beautiful lens from watching the video.
Tamron has come a LONG way. Digital photos can be too representational and lack soul. I know you know what I mean. Sharpness is nice, but why do we need to see every single pore and errant hair? You don't see it in real life with the eye, but the lens will capture it all. I like something softer and with a little grain. It's more film like. I don't shoot film anymore, but I still like the gentler, softer product it yields. I like how you call it the character. I prefer character to precision any day.
Pattymac Makes reminds me of how Sigma went from being very average to really great optically with the art series. Tamron can do the same! Yes I agree, some of my favorite shots are taken with the 85 1.4g. I think it had a warm coating and just sharp enough, I wish more lens manufacturers would concentrate on that!
@@SNAPAVELI Not a lot of artists out there, Marcus. The artists want the character and the technicians want sharpness. That's why there's all the articles on sharpness and technical specs. That appeals to a more analytical photographer. And while I agree you have to have some of that to make good decisions in creating a proper exposure, I also believe there is more to it. That's why I enjoy your work so much. You have an artist's soul and I love seeing what you make!
Pattymac Makes But J Marcus reminds me of some Hollywood gangster hahaha!
Nice video boss
Marboo Whisnant I really appreciate that brother!!
Are there any lenses with like no flare?
I’ve not shot one yet. I’d say the canon in this video has the least flare but it comes at a cost of weird spots. I think coatings to reduce flare cause it
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Getting a green cast in the Tamron. Don't forget copy variation. You only have the one lens.
Tamron better in all aspects, little greens won’t do anyone any harm.
How do you like it compared to the S line?
I’m probably one of the few z owners that haven’t shot the s line lenses yet. I want to try them this year though
This is BS...the samples are different shot angles etc... 😂😂😂
Do you think this Tamron is better than the Sigma?
Tran Thai Binh Hey! Yes I did , but not enough to switch if I already owned the sigma art.
@@SNAPAVELI Thank you. Was it in term of sharpness, distortion, dark corners...?
Tran Thai Binh yes the Tamron was the slightest bit sharper, but nothing to change my mind. The tamron has really soft bokeh though. Super smooth. The art has nervousness in it’s bokeh , I kind of have grown used to the 35 art look and almost preferred it though.... I’m weird.
@@SNAPAVELI That makes sense, I myself prefer bokeh to have more character in them instead of just blurred out too
Tran Thai Binh I agree! I’ve taken my favorite shots with the art 35! The canon bokeh is a bit busy too but I think it feels good!
Which lens is better for Instagram?
I’m not sure that it matters for Instagram, the sigma art will work fine for that.
Lens rentals test many copies to find which is the better lens. It clearly beats the Canon. You have a bad copy of the Tamron. It's simple as that. To claim their finding is not accurate based on your one lens tests vs the multi copy professional tests they do, is rather insulting to all the hard work they put into their testing
Agreed.
We all understand that there are lens variations, and it was clear that that was not the scope of this video.
I am glad to see an a comparison with two actual copies that were purchased and tested. My chances of getting good / bad lenses are just the same as for anyone else. Even if this was a bad copy, it's pretty spectacular for a dud.
You just keep saying Canon sharper, Canon sharper.... :) so funny. Tamron is clearly better than you show here... I'm using the lens as my main .... Its a super sharp lens. I'm not sure if you have a bad copy there, or just bad intentions. :) Peace!
I may have had a bad copy. I definitely have nothing against tamron. My favorite 35 so far is the sigma 1.2 but I sadly can’t use it in canon.
@@SNAPAVELI I'm usually not commenting people's opinions, but this Tamron lens is really, really nice. Do you ever use your sigma @1.2? :)
It’s a valid comment! The bokeh on the tamron was nicer than canon and the lens flare was handled way better. Perhaps I didn’t articulate that well enough. I’ve only use the 35 sigma 1.2 adapted on my Nikon I used to have. But no such adapter exists for canon. I loved the rendering. Hopefully canon will make a 35 1.2 rf. It’s just gonna be way overpriced for sure
What's 3d pop？a Chinese,not so good in English.
Just means the subject feels a bit separated from the background
@@SNAPAVELI Thanks