Ultra Wide Angle Lens (Page 5): Not at Sigma though, it is discontinued there. Some retailers still have them... cheap at around $250. The f3.5 is also a lot less expensive now at...

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

amfoto1 wrote:

No, both 10-20mm Sigmas continue to be available: the cheaper variable aperture version and the more expensive f3.5 version.

Not at Sigma though, it is discontinued there. Some retailers still have them... cheap at around $250. The f3.5 is also a lot less expensive now at $449.00!

While I have the Canon 10-18, at the current prices, I would be choosing between the two Sigma offerings.

Nikonnorm Loc: East Gwillimbury Ont.

Crwiwy wrote:

Does anyone have hands on experience with Tamron 1... (show quote)

love my sigma 10/20

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Crwiwy Loc: Devon UK

For any who have not yet chosen a favorite UWA lens - this video testing 8 lens is of interest;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRSyTOosOcc

Spoiler;
The Sigma 6 - 16mm is the sharpest but overall rated equal with the Canon 10-18mm and 10=22mm.

rob s Loc: La Mesa, CA

Crwiwy wrote:

For any who have not yet chosen a favorite UWA lens - this video testing 8 lens is of interest;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRSyTOosOcc

Spoiler;
The Sigma 6 - 16mm is the sharpest but overall rated equal with the Canon 10-18mm and 10=22mm.

At nearly twice the price ...................................... 8-(

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

Crwiwy wrote:

For any who have not yet chosen a favorite UWA lens - this video testing 8 lens is of interest;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRSyTOosOcc

Spoiler;
The Sigma 6 - 16mm is the sharpest but overall rated equal with the Canon 10-18mm and 10=22mm.

You need to take the "s" off of the https to get a working link here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRSyTOosOcc

glgracephoto Loc: Arlington, WA

donnahde wrote:

Don't mean to highjack this thread but my question DOES have to do with ultra wide angle lenses so might be helpful as well. I was just looking at a TOKINA 11-16MM/2.8 FOR CANON APS-C to rent on Adorama but I shoot Nikon. It came up as an option when I searched for Nikon compatible wide angle lenses. Does anyone know if this lens will work on a Nikon D7100? Thanks!

I haven't read all the replies so this may have been answered already.

The Tokina 11-16 f/2.8 is available for both Canon or Nikon mounts, just have to be careful you order the right one. This lens is exceedingly highly regarded for APS-C sized sensors. I was just fixing to buy one myself but bought a full frame D810 instead, so my next wide angle shopping likely will be to find the full frame equivalent, which also looks to be the Tokina.

They now have a newer 11-20mm f/2.8 but the 11-16 is still available some places. Might get more of a discount also since it has been replaced. The price on either was quite reasonable, especially in light of the very good reviews, including many I have seen of great samples by good photographers.

donnahde Loc: Newark, DE

glgracephoto wrote:

I haven't read all the replies so this may have be... (show quote)

Thanks, glgracephoto! I won that Tokina lens on eBay and will have it by the 24th. Great price of $332 including shipping from CA to DE. I was out shooting nature yesterday and made note of MANY shots I want to go back to try it on as soon as I get it. Appreciate your input. ~Donna

glgracephoto Loc: Arlington, WA

donnahde wrote:

Thanks, glgracephoto! I won that Tokina lens on eBay and will have it by the 24th. Great price of $332 including shipping from CA to DE. I was out shooting nature yesterday and made note of MANY shots I want to go back to try it on as soon as I get it. Appreciate your input. ~Donna

I hope it's in good shape, and yes one can definitely save a bundle on Ebay if they are wise. Got a nice price. I am sure you will enjoy it.

I was following a few used lenses I was eyeballing also, and hoping I did the right thing paying more to buy new!