Third-Party Macro Lenses Compared
This topic is locked to prevent further replies.
May 25, 2014 12:58:40 #
Third-party macro lenses compared by Amateur Photographer magazine:
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM; Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD; and Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AT-X M100 AF Pro D
1.) Introduction - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023
2.) Features - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/2
3.) Build & Handling - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/3
4.) Image Quality & Resolution - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/4
5.) Verdict - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/5
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM; Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD; and Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AT-X M100 AF Pro D
1.) Introduction - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023
2.) Features - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/2
3.) Build & Handling - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/3
4.) Image Quality & Resolution - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/4
5.) Verdict - http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/round-ups/lens_round-ups/third-party-macro-lenses-10023/5
Sigma 105mm 3-position switch: allows 'search' of just 6-inches to 12-inches Working Distance
May 25, 2014 13:09:49 #
May 25, 2014 13:39:21 #
mechengvic wrote:
I love my Sigma 105 so much, that the 150 is next.:thumbup:Love that Sigma! :thumbup:
May 25, 2014 23:41:47 #
May 25, 2014 23:46:14 #
A-PeeR wrote:
Now you are just bragging!Just got my Sigma 105 on Thursday. I'm impressed so far.
May 25, 2014 23:51:23 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Jealous? I've been on the hunt for a good 100mm. Was going to buy a used 100-L but when I got $350 rebate at the local camera shop, well.......Now you are just bragging!
May 25, 2014 23:52:22 #
May 25, 2014 23:54:24 #
May 25, 2014 23:59:23 #
May 26, 2014 00:38:52 #
May 26, 2014 00:39:43 #
Thanks for the review. I'd love to give the Siggy a spin. Unfortunately, my Macro lens budget is limited to the one lens I have.
May 26, 2014 07:09:16 #
I have a AF Sigma 105, but it's the older non OS version. I still prefer my old MF 105 Dine lens.
May 26, 2014 13:35:49 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
Me too, in the sharpness department it is rated the same as the newer model.I have a AF Sigma 105, but it's the older non OS version. I still prefer my old MF 105 Dine lens.
May 26, 2014 23:14:02 #
bear maker
Loc: Indiana
Ok,, I really have been enjoying my new Tamron 90. Have been learning alot about macro with it.
Jun 16, 2014 18:05:50 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Thanks I bookmarked the page I am currently checking out macro lensesThird-party macro lenses compared by Amateur Photographer magazine:
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.