Name: SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD
Brand: Tamron
SKU: 547730
Rating: 4.0 (8 reviews)

4.3

based on all reviews

lateral CA is very well controlled
very nice and affordable
good image quality and a useful focal length

noticeable light fall-off in the corners
some very slight barrel distortion apparent
Canon does not compete with the Tamron in optical quality

Construction: Fixed
Elements: 10
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: , 45 mm
Image stabilisation: yes
Lens type: Normal

Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD - Variants

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Lens mount
- Canon EF
- Nikon F
- Sony A

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SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD for Canon EF	F013E 06F-013.E
SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD for Nikon F	F013N 06F-013.N
SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD for Sony A	F013S 06F-013.S

Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD - Pros & Cons

lateral CA is very well controlled
very nice and affordable
good image quality and a useful focal length
lens performs well overall in this regard
image quality it delivers
large
smooth
nicely damped
this is a nicely implemented stabilization system
warranty period) is impressive
optical quality difference is easily worth the difference in price
extremely versatile lens with very good imaging qualities
The entire lens feels very solid
smooth
pleasing out of focus backgrounds
the external features are relatively simple and straightforward
Excellent sharpness from this lens all-around

noticeable light fall-off in the corners
some very slight barrel distortion apparent
Canon does not compete with the Tamron in optical quality
vignetting resolving at narrower apertures and the corners really popping
high resolution black and white test chart is brutal on image quality
This lens is not compatible with extenders
8G AF-S Lens and Nikon 50mm
it lacks depth of field markings
barrel or pincushion distortion and chromatic aberration
vignetting becomes less severe

Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal
Lens mount	Canon EF Nikon F Sony A

Aperture max	1.8
Aperture min	16
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	9

Construction	Fixed
Elements	10
Groups	8
Special elements / coatings	2 Aspherical elements 1 LD element Fluorine coating eBAND coating BBAR coating

Weight	19.05 oz
Diameter	3.17 in
Length	3.61 in
Filter size	2.64 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	< 45
Maximum magnification	3.4 x
Image stabilisation	yes

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Ring Type Ultrasonic
Full-time Manual focusing	yes
Closest focusing distance	0.29
Distance scale	yes

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Metal Plastic
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	yes

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Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Tamron - Editorial Reviews (2)

4.5

Based on 2 reviews

Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Tamron 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD SP Review

Imaging Resource

Published: 02.10.2015

Tamron 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD SP Review

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Published: 16.09.2015

Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Review | Photography Blog

4.5

The Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is a new standard prime lens for DSLR cameras which boasts several class-leading features. Can it beat its main rivals from Canon, Nikon and Sigma? Find out in our Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD review...