I'm considering purchasing a D7100. I was (still am) considering a couple other lenses to go with it, but then I saw the Tamron 16-300. I have a Tamron 70-300 for my current camera (Pentax K30) and I like the quality I get with it.
Not being cheap, but rather practical, I was thinking of just getting the 16-300 instead. I'm interested in hearing the opinion of folks who have the lens. I'm not entirely stupid. I know that "all-in-one" lenses have trade-offs and drawbacks. My needs will be shots for work (PR type shots of folks and products) on a daily basis, and then more artistic-type shots whenever I get the chance to go out and shoot. Plus, making another international trip with camera equipment, and I thought having just one lens would be easier than a whole case, which is what I did last time.
Is it reasonably sharp at both ends? Is it "fast enough" for a wide range of shots? How well does it handle night shots? Any comments, positive or negative, will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Very best,
Scott G.