Is the Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Macro lens a better choice than the Canon EF 100mm IS macro?

Courtney B
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Portrait business owner with 6 lenses & 4 cameras, B.S., & fine art macro shooter! Adorama gear helps me capture it!

 

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Shopper conversation with Courtney B on August 01, 2016

Courtney B
Hi! How are you? I noticed that you were looking at the Tamron 90mm lens?
HI.
Courtney B
Did you have questions about this lens tonight?
I do. Why would I want this more or less than the canon 100IS
Courtney B
Honestly? You wouldn't. The Tamron is an excellent lens! But since I personally own the Canon 100L IS lens, I know that it's slightly better than the Tamron
But if the Tamron fits your budget a little better, you should know that it's still a very high quality lens!
But I find that the Canon 100L IS gives slightly sharper results and more consistent focus
I have the tamaron 600 telephoto and like it.a
Courtney B
It's a great lens for sure!
Im thinking I want to buy the canon quite frankly. But I'm also looking at flashes. Specifically the speedlite 600. But I know there is an off brand on of those too. Plus I need a better tripod since the 6d and the 600mm lens weigh so much. Any success with the offbrand flash?
Courtney B
The Flashpoint ZoomLioN is a fantastic 3rd party flash option!
It's just as powerful as the Canon flash that you're considering
For a small fraction of the price
you have used them?
Courtney B
Yes, I have
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Courtney B
Yes, it does
What is the other brand that y'all handle? It is also a 600 something? I forrget the name
Courtney B
Yongnuo?
Yep
Courtney B
That's another excellent option!
you like the flashpoint better?
Courtney B
I actually like them pretty equally! Both are really high quality flashes
do you have a canon 600?
Courtney B
No, I don't. I used to own a 430, but never used it.
final question. I buy the canon 100IS and two of these flashes. Now a good choice for a reasonably priced tripod which will securely hold my 6d and the tamaron telephoto?
Courtney B
Ok! What's your ideal budget?
is there a good one for say $ 100
Courtney B
Yes there are. Did you need any particular type of tripod head?
Not that I am aware of. will use your suggestion. Just something secure. they almost fell off of the one I currently have.
Courtney B
Ok! Do you do video at all? Or just primarily stills?
stills
Courtney B
Ok!
Let me take a look!
This Dolica would be a fantastic option!
It supports up to 13 pounds
So it's definitely sturdy
I need to see what a 6d weighs and my tamaron but can't be 13lbs Good suggestions. I will also look at the used lens. Thank you very much for your help
Courtney B
No, it's definitely less than 13 pounds. Make sure to stop back in chat if you have any further questions, ok?
I will Thanks again.
Courtney B
You're welcome :-)