Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Canon
61 Overall Score
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Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Di II 1:1 Macro 60mm
Tamron
49 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
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Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Di II 1:1 Macro 60mm
82 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews
This Tamron 60mm f/2 macro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, excellent bokeh, and versatile use for both macro and portrait photography. Users appreciate the good working distance, solid build, and value for money, though some note the autofocus can be slow and noisy, and one verified reviewer reported a severe front-focusing issue that could not be fully corrected. Overall, it is highly recommended for APS-C DSLR users seeking a capable macro and portrait lens.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Great bokeh
- Versatile for macro and portrait
- Good working distance
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Slow autofocus speed
- Noisy autofocus motor
- Front-focusing issues on some copies
- Autofocus hunts in low contrast
- Lens hood interferes at close range
Image quality 7
Autofocus performance 6
Build quality 5
Value for money 5
Versatility 4
Focus accuracy 2
Scores
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Wildlife Sports
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Specifications
| Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM | Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Di II 1:1 Macro 60mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 60 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 60 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 14 |
| Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | Broad-Band Anti-Reflective Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony A |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg | 0.39 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm | 231 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:1★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Di II 1:1 Macro 60mm
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Strong optical (73rd percentile)
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Scores 61 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.