Two Thumbs Up - One for Sigma - One for KEH Camera
Jun 30, 2015 08:54:51 #
GKarl wrote:
Jerry, I have been a subscriber for a little over a year and even though I don't post ofter I read posts every day. I appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge and more importantly your kindness. Thank you.
Oh, now you're making me blush. :oops:
Jun 30, 2015 09:02:19 #
GKarl wrote:
I can't afford the very best in quality lenses so ... (show quote)
I am in the same boat as you when it comes to affording things. I personally look at Sigma before Nikon to see if there is an equivalent.
It has been my experience that many Sigma lens perform just as well as the Nikon lens at a fraction of the cost.
The only thing I have ever had a concern with is how Sigma makes such a great lens at a fraction of the Nikon equivalent? Is Sigma an inferior lens as far as build quality goes because of inferior quality parts or is Nikon just jacking up the lens price because it is a NIKON and people will pay it.
My Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM lens is much larger than the Nikon version, heavier at just over a pound and focuses faster. Now in this case the Sigma was $85 more than the Nikon but in my opinion is a much nicer and better made lens. :thumbup:
Jun 30, 2015 09:20:42 #
authorizeduser wrote:
I am in the same boat as you when it comes to affo... (show quote)
I realize a 24-70 Nikon Lens is the professionals choice. However, a used Nikon on eBay is $1439 and that is $1100 more then the Sigma. I know the Nikon is better but I can't afford to pay that much. Experts can explain why the Nikon is better but I am far from an expert. If I win the lottery I would likely buy the Nikon.I have only had the Sigma for a short time, time will tell if the quality and durability holds up.
Jun 30, 2015 09:44:27 #
I have several Sigma lenses, and I am happy with all if them. Enjoy your new lens.
Jun 30, 2015 09:51:24 #
authorizeduser wrote:
I am in the same boat as you when it comes to affo... (show quote)
There is so much profit in OEM lenses that Third party Mfr's like Sigma can copy all the parts and use same quality glass and make a good profit. Since most of us do photography as a hobby your viewing audience can't tell if you used Sigma or Nikon. Magazine editors might be able to tell. I've been using the Sigma 24-76mm and have no complaints Also use their telephotos and am very happy with the results.
Jun 30, 2015 10:03:38 #
Jun 30, 2015 12:50:23 #
Soxfan wrote:
I have that same lens. It is sharp as a tack. You will enjoy it!
I am enjoying.
On another note; Soxfan around here would be Red Sox Fan. Any chance?
Jun 30, 2015 13:00:29 #
I bought the same lens a few weeks ago, I toooo am happppy with it. over the years KEH has a lot of my money, and I have a lot of satisfaction.
Jun 30, 2015 17:43:16 #
GKarl wrote:
I can't afford the very best in quality lenses so ... (show quote)
The best lens to buy is the one you already have. I was not a big fan of Sigma years ago, but since they have released their newer versions, I have found them to be quite good as well as reasonably priced. While I do own the Nikon trinity, and all are great lenses, so are your three. I also have a Sigma 150-600 Sport lens and find it to be a great value. Not as good as my Nikon 400/2.8, but not as heavy and nowhere near as expensive either. Buy what you are comfortable with, use them a lot, and enjoy you hobby/work!
Jun 30, 2015 23:53:37 #
Jul 1, 2015 08:14:43 #
cjc2 wrote:
The best lens to buy is the one you already have. ... (show quote)
Thank you for the comments. I enjoy photography now and will continue to enjoy it in the future. It is a hobby for me and not a job.
Jul 4, 2015 17:56:26 #
Db7423 wrote:
It is hard to get a bad deal at KEH. Hope you will have lots of fun with your new Sigma. ;)
:thumbup: :thumbup:
Jul 9, 2015 06:50:46 #
Jul 9, 2015 09:04:56 #
Soxfan wrote:
Sorry - White Sox all the way!
Thanks for the response. I kind of knew the answer.
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