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Tamron SP 35-105 mm f/ 2.8 Aspherical Adaptall-2 model 65A
35–105mm · f/2.8
Overview
The Tamron SP 35-105mm f/2.8 Aspherical Adaptall-2 (model 65A) is a solidly built constant-aperture zoom praised for its useful portrait focal range and good bokeh. Optical strengths include sharpness from wide open up to 70mm, with warm, pleasant colors. Weaknesses are softness from 80-105mm, veiling haze/flare in high contrast, and a 1m minimum focus distance. It suits controlled studio environments but is less ideal for backlit scenes. Autofocus is precise but not fast.