Canon 17-40L or Tamron 17-50 F2.8?

[shinichi]

IF money is not an issue, grab Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM instead.

This lens is better in almost every aspect even when compares to the L series.

http://www.the-digital-picture.com/R...ns-Review.aspx

[bpopd]

pm_john, and Teim23 I love your sharp and colorful photos!

[CSAgent]

IF money is not an issue, grab Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM instead.

This lens is better in almost every aspect even when compares to the L series.

http://www.the-digital-picture.com/R...ns-Review.aspx

Actually, tests have shown that Tamron 17-50 colors are more better with contrast than the Canon 17-55. The Canon's was more washed out, however the Canon is sharper and with the IS, you can shoot at 1/10 shutter speed at F/2.8

The Canon reps at this past weekend's Imaging Show confirmed this themselves verbally.

[hagbard]

Just resize and a touch of smart sharpening (20% 1.6 radius)

Having a great time playing with this fella

Looks like you made the right choice to me.