what company is best for glass
Sep 2, 2014 21:53:38 #
rayophotos wrote:
I'm looking to purchase a new piece of glass but I don't know if I should stick with CANON or move on to SIGMA for glass....im looking for a good 70-300mm any suggestions
Go to DXOMark and compare the different brands to see which is the best then make your choice based on what available within your budget.
Sep 2, 2014 22:46:28 #
Mitch35 wrote:
I have the canon 70-300 (approx$650 new) I bought from canon refurb (about $365) and love it. Sharp focus and not too heavy. Highly recommend!
It is a well recommended lens, I certainly have no problems with mine, which I acquired used on ebay...
Good luck
Sep 3, 2014 05:21:52 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
rayophotos wrote:
I'm looking to purchase a new piece of glass but I don't know if I should stick with CANON or move on to SIGMA for glass....im looking for a good 70-300mm any suggestions
This Sigma is one of the best for the money:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/391074-REG/Sigma_508101_70_300mm_f_4_5_6_APO_M_DG.html
Sep 3, 2014 05:46:35 #
Sep 3, 2014 06:17:26 #
rayophotos wrote:
Not the L. Don't got that type of cash
The other companies, including Nikon, do not make a lens that packs as much value and utility and image quality as this lens:
http://www.photozone.de/reviews/200-canon-ef-70-300mm-f4-56-usm-is-test-report--review?start=2
It should be your only consideration.
Sep 3, 2014 06:18:36 #
imagemeister wrote:
Tamron SP 70-300 VC .....for the price !
For the same price, the Canon is better.
Sep 3, 2014 06:22:51 #
rayophotos wrote:
I'm looking to purchase a new piece of glass but I don't know if I should stick with CANON or move on to SIGMA for glass....im looking for a good 70-300mm any suggestions
In a case like that, I always read reviews, as many as I can find. One lens is going to cost more than the other, and you have to ask yourself what you are getting for the extra cost. Sigma isn't your only alternative. Tamron has been coming on strong with new lenses.
I like all the lenses I have, so I would recommend them, but maybe I could have done just as well, or better, for less money. Reviewers go through lots of equipment, so they can see differences that a person with one lens cannot.
Sep 3, 2014 06:24:11 #
joer wrote:
Go to DXOMark and compare the different brands to see which is the best then make your choice based on what available within your budget.
Good suggestion. When you select the lenses, you can also select the camera you will be using. That makes a difference in their ratings.
Sep 3, 2014 07:01:56 #
Sep 3, 2014 08:19:00 #
Bear2
Loc: Southeast,, MI
Nikon
rayophotos wrote:
I'm looking to purchase a new piece of glass but I don't know if I should stick with CANON or move on to SIGMA for glass....im looking for a good 70-300mm any suggestions
Sep 3, 2014 08:49:06 #
rayophotos wrote:
Thinking 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
I have that lens, and it is very good up to 200mm or so but there is a loss in performance as you go to 300mm. I don't know if you have read reviews on the lens, I assume that you have but it reviews quite well. One thing that is odd about that lens is that the front glass turns on focus which makes using a CPL difficult, especially if you are using a lens hood which I recommend.
From Photozone test report....
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Sep 3, 2014 08:58:40 #
I bought the Sigma 70-300mm, DG, OS and I love it. I am getting wonderful results on my 70D.
Sep 3, 2014 09:52:26 #
Sep 3, 2014 10:10:43 #
I am a big fan of Riedel Glass...
I know a SA answer...but just couldn't help it
I know a SA answer...but just couldn't help it
Sep 3, 2014 10:29:24 #
Gene51 wrote:
For the same price, the Canon is better.
Go here - http://www.photozone.de/canon-eos/592-tamron70300f456vceosapsc?start=1 - and scroll down to the last paragraph ......
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