The Tamron 18-300mm Lens for Fujifilm X Mount ★★★★☆

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As someone who primarily shoots with prime lenses, I initially hesitated to try the Tamron 18-300mm lens for my Fujifilm X-T5. However, after using it for some time, I have to say I’m pleasantly surprised.

First off, I love the size and weight of this lens. It’s incredibly convenient for travel and everyday use, especially when I don’t want to carry multiple lenses. Despite its compact design, it still feels sturdy and well-built, which I appreciate.

Regarding photo quality, it’s decent—especially for a zoom lens that covers such a wide range. While it doesn’t match the sharpness of my prime lenses, it still delivers images that are more than satisfactory for most purposes. The versatility of shooting from 18mm to 300mm without switching lenses is fantastic, and it works particularly well with my X-T5.

Unedited JPEG, cropped from 7728 x 5152 to 3284 x 2190, captured with FUJIFILM X-T5 using a Tamron 18-300mm lens at 300mm, f/6.3, 1/125 sec, ISO 160, from 50 meters away.
The Archibald Fountain was captured from 300 meters away.
FUJIFILM X-T5 with a Tamron 18-300mm lens at 300mm, f/6.3, 1/125 sec, ISO 800
Testing the Tamron 18-300mm lens under a full moon. FUJIFILM X-T5, 300mm, f/6.3, 1/250 sec, ISO 125 (Cropped).
FUJIFILM X-T5 300mm f/6.3 1/500 sec ISO 125, cropped and enhanced with Luminar Neo
Pushing the limits: Testing the Tamron 18-300mm with FUJIFILM X-T5 at 300mm, f/6.3, 1/30 sec, ISO 12800.
FUJIFILM X-T5 using a Tamron 18-300mm lens at 300mm, f/6.3, 1/500 sec, ISO 125

For the price, this lens is enjoyable to own. It’s not just a practical addition to my kit; it adds a lot of flexibility and convenience, making it a joy to shoot with. Even as someone used to primes, I’m pleased to have this lens in my collection. It’s a great all-rounder that I find myself reaching for more often than I expected.

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