Is the tamron 14 150mm f 3 5 5 8 di iii worth buying used?

Yes, it's worth a look used, mainly because it's discontinued, so buying used is the only way to get one. It's a Micro Four Thirds travel zoom covering 14-150mm. On that sensor it frames roughly like 28-300mm on full frame, so one lens covers a lot. The catch is the aperture: f/3.5-5.8 gets darker as you zoom in, and the lens has no stabilisation of its own, so a body that steadies the image will help, especially at the long end.

It fits a long list of Micro Four Thirds bodies. Two good pairings are the OM System OM-5 Mark II and the Panasonic Lumix G85. Check the lens for wear and test the zoom before you pay. For a used body, follow the advice in buying used, and budget for a new battery.

Written by Claude from this site's pages.