Opinions on Tokina or Tamron lenses?

[fwhitesides]

I see a lot of praise for Simga EX series lenses, but I haven't seen much in the way of opinions about Tokina or Tamron. Any input would be greatly appreciated, as I'm weighing all possible options for a few new lenses.

Thanks in advance.

[motophoto]

ive got a tamron 28-200 xr in the bag, i was in a bit of a pinch and needed the lens, and it was at a pretty good price.

when shooting with my 10d i see that there is a lot of noise. esp. at the longer focal length.

but, for the money, its definatly a good lens to learn on.

[Vegas Poboy]

I have a couple of Tamron lense and they're the low end zooms. They are ok with film, not impressed with them on the digital side. I here Tokina is a good brand but not too many on the shevles here in Vegas. Look @ this link it may help.
http://www.photographyreview.com/defaultcrx.aspx
http://www.photozone.de/2Equipment/easytxt.htm#Zstd
This is all public opinion.
Good Luck

[Malaxos1]

I have a Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 XR Di lens and love. It is well built and best of all produces quality photos...Dean

[fwhitesides]

Thanks for the links and input!

[Groundworxs]

8) I have the Tamron 90 sp macro this is an excellent lens that produces very sharp images. I found this to be a great lens for portraits.

[mwinog2777]

I've had a Tamron 28-200 3.8-5-6 XR.

No problem. Sharp pictures, low noise, great bokah I recommend it without reservsation. Dollar for dollar beats more expensive lenses. I'm a hobbyist. Does MORE than anything I need.

[flyfishnj]

I have both (See my signature). The Tamron 28-200mm ($250) stinks (Fine for film), I like the Tamron 19-35mm ($165) and I like the Tokina 80-400mm ($450) although Tokina lenses tend to be heavy. The Tamron XR DI lenses that are coming out are getting good reviews so they might be worth a look.