Tamron 18-200mm

Praised by Experts

• ✓PhotoReview highlighted low flare, ghosting resistance and good color rendition, especially at the wide end.
• ✓PhotoZone praised the ultra‑compact 83 × 74 mm, 398 g build and XR glass design for a lightweight superzoom.
• ✓DPR emphasized the small size (3.3 in at 18 mm) making it highly portable for APS‑C travel photography.
• ✓CameraLabs described it as the ideal “only lens” for varied situations, noting solid corner sharpness in tests.
• ✓Imaging‑Resource and The‑Digital‑Picture highlighted the quiet in‑lens AF motor and all‑in‑one convenience for everyday shooting.

Criticized by Experts

• ✗PhotoReview reported the worst resolution at 200 mm f/6.3 with noticeable softness and loss of detail.
• ✗PhotoZone criticized the “macro” claim as misleading, noting only 1:3.7 magnification and overall average image quality.
• ✗Reviewers consistently pointed out severe chromatic aberration at both focal extremes, especially in high‑contrast scenes.
• ✗The lack of optical image stabilization was highlighted as a major drawback for handheld telephoto shooting.
• ✗Several editors mentioned the variable aperture limits low‑light performance and increases noise at the long end.