Sigma 105 Macro
May 8, 2013 17:42:28 #
I know some of you guys are going to get tired of me asking about lens. Has anyone used the Sigma 2.8 , 105mm macro? I want a good lens but hate to have to pay $900 + for a Nikon 105 macro. Right now the Sigma is $469.00. a big difference. Is it worth buying? Thanks
May 8, 2013 18:14:15 #
May 8, 2013 18:27:23 #
Don't forget about the Tokina 100mm it's $490, but no VR or IS.
May 8, 2013 18:54:09 #
May 9, 2013 00:11:37 #
A few of our macro-photographers use a Sigma 105-mm macro lens. The newer version has "OS" (Optical Stabilization): http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-258306-105mm-Macro-Camera/dp/B0058NYW3K/ref=dp_ob_title_ce
The older version does not: http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-105mm-Medium-Telephoto-Cameras/dp/B0002P19XK
I highly recommend stabilization.
The older version does not: http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-105mm-Medium-Telephoto-Cameras/dp/B0002P19XK
I highly recommend stabilization.
May 9, 2013 00:25:59 #
Well I want to thank you guys, I have been steadily looking around for a Nikon 105 macro, and I found 1 on Amazon,
Nikon 105mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, It's used, I paid $460.00. I hope it is a good lens
Nikon 105mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, It's used, I paid $460.00. I hope it is a good lens
May 9, 2013 00:31:42 #
woodsliv wrote:
The Nikkor 105D is an excellent lens. A-F, but no VR (Vibration Reduction). The Nikkor 105G has A-F & VR.Well I want to thank you guys, I have been steadily looking around for a Nikon 105 macro, and I found 1 on Amazon,
Nikon 105mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, It's used, I paid $460.00. I hope it is a good lens
Nikon 105mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, It's used, I paid $460.00. I hope it is a good lens
The 105D will physically extend as you focus closer. Maximum lens extension at 1:1 magnification (life-size), which is true macro.
May 9, 2013 00:55:44 #
Thanks Douglass, I hope it is in good shape, It says the lens first came out in 1988. I'm new to macro, so I hope I made a good decision
May 9, 2013 01:24:13 #
woodsliv wrote:
In early 2010, I purchased a used Nikkor 105D. You can see my earliest 105D macros, starting on page 64 of my Flickr account: http://www.flickr.com/photos/nikonian72/with/4409885154/#photo_4409885154 , then work forward.Thanks Douglass, I hope it is in good shape, It says the lens first came out in 1988. I'm new to macro, so I hope I made a good decision
A year later, or so, I sold the 105D, and purchased a used 105G, which dramatically improved my keep rate.
May 9, 2013 01:32:35 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Well I gotta start some where so I guess this will get me goingIn early 2010, I purchased a used Nikkor 105D. You can see my earliest 105D macros, starting on page 64 of my Flickr account: http://www.flickr.com/photos/nikonian72/with/4409885154/#photo_4409885154 , then work forward.
A year later, or so, I sold the 105D, and purchased a used 105G, which dramatically improved my keep rate.
A year later, or so, I sold the 105D, and purchased a used 105G, which dramatically improved my keep rate.
May 9, 2013 01:46:28 #
woodsliv wrote:
Exactly! And when the time comes to upgrade, you can sell your 105D for close to your purchase price.Well I gotta start some where so I guess this will get me going
May 9, 2013 01:49:38 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Thanks Douglass. I'm sure I'll be asking lots of questionsExactly! And when the time comes to upgrade, you can sell your 105D for close to your purchase price.
May 9, 2013 15:18:51 #
I have one and am very happy with it. Bought it from KEH.com. Used equipment and excellent to do business with. Very professional.
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