SUMMARY
Stefan Malloch tested Tamron's 35-100mm f/2.8 lens on a Sony a7 V, finding it a compact and versatile option for portraits, events, and low-light shooting. The lens offers a telephoto-weighted zoom range, fast autofocus, and a 12-blade aperture for smooth bokeh. While sharp in the center, it exhibits corner softness at f/2.8 and vignetting at 100mm, with chromatic aberration more visible at the longer end. Build quality is solid, and the Tamron Lens Utility app enhances functionality for video work.
TAKEAWAYS
Tamron's 35-100mm f/2.8 offers a compact design with an f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range.
Autofocus performance is fast and reliable, even with moving subjects.
The lens features a 12-blade aperture for smooth bokeh, but shows corner softness at f/2.8 and vignetting at 100mm.
Build quality is robust, and the Tamron Lens Utility app provides advanced control options.