Tamron SP AF 90 mm f/2.8 Macro
Tamron Jan 1997
Tamron Full frame

Tamron SP AF 90 mm f/2.8 Macro

This is a full-frame prime lens for Canon EF, covering 90 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. Released in 1997, it weighs 420 g. That combination suits macro and portrait photography.

It is a short telephoto prime lens designed for full frame cameras. This short telephoto prime lens features a f/2.8 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, macro, close-up. The optical design incorporates 10 elements / 9 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/2.8
Aperture
90mm
Focal
420 g
Weight
Jan 1997
Released
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Good for macroportrait
Close-up
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
90 mm
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/32
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Optical construction
10 elements / 9 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.29 m
Filter size
55 mm
Lens mount
Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K
Dimensions
97 x 74 mm
Weight
420 g
Lens type
Prime lens
Image stabilization
No
Max Format size
Full frame
Aperture ring
No
Usage
Portrait, Macro, Close-up

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 4.2% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Tamron SP AF 90 mm f/2.8 Macro
Pine Toad
01 Pine Toad by fjmn36
Plumetop
02 Plumetop by fjmn36
2026 05 25_d5300_0053
03 2026 05 25_d5300_0053 by swedgatch
20260726-_8506501
04 20260726-_8506501 by Shot by Nitya
2026 05 31_d5300_0029
05 2026 05 31_d5300_0029 by swedgatch
Golden Oldies
06 Golden Oldies by angelaevansnz
Morning Glory
07 Morning Glory by angelaevansnz
Autumn Hues
08 Autumn Hues by angelaevansnz
2026 06 11_d5300_0051
09 2026 06 11_d5300_0051 by swedgatch
IMG_9650
10 IMG_9650 by avempace2
nature
11 nature by Shot by Nitya
oxalis
12 oxalis by Shot by Nitya
Eat Fruits !! Stay Healthy
13 Eat Fruits !! Stay Healthy by Shot by Nitya
20161026-_7506086 ( #lantana )
14 20161026-_7506086 ( #lantana ) by Shot by Nitya
IMG_0901
15 IMG_0901 by avempace2
Campbell's Dusky Rattlesnake (selective desaturation)
16 Campbell's Dusky Rattlesnake (selective desaturation) by fjmn36
Peace [Qld Rocks #42]
17 Peace [Qld Rocks #42] by Dreaming of the Sea
2026 06 11_d5300_0041
18 2026 06 11_d5300_0041 by swedgatch
Silverfish
19 Silverfish by fjmn36
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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