Sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens issue
Oct 10, 2016 05:23:33 #
Oct 10, 2016 05:49:00 #
SteveR wrote:
What's a dock?
this will explain the "dock":
https://www.sigmaphoto.com/accessories/lens-customization/sigma-usb-dock
Oct 10, 2016 06:46:52 #
billnikon
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stenojj wrote:
I purchased the Sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens fo... (show quote)
I always use OME equipment and have NEVER EVER had a related issue, EVER. Hope you get your lens fixed the way you want.
Oct 10, 2016 08:20:53 #
I have this lens and the image stabilization is outstanding. I also get very sharp images at 600 mm in good light. Beware that at the factory setting, you will not see the image stabilization do anything as you look through the view finder but it is still working. I took a picture in room light of a screen in a window, hand held, with and without stabilization on, when I first got the lens to see if IS was working (because I couldn't see it working through the viewfinder). I got one shot back that was a total blur (IS off) and the other with the screen in focus and pretty sharp (IS on). Mine is on a D7100
Oct 10, 2016 08:22:21 #
grossoboe wrote:
I have the lens with my Canon 7D mark II with no problems. Make sure you micro adjust the focus with the docking station first, so that the focus will lock on with the sharpest setting. I have my OS set for the highest setting that is noticeable in the viewfinder. It's a wonderfully very sharp lens, but the micro-focus must be accurate first.
Can you provide a reference for the docking station?
Thanks.
Oct 10, 2016 08:25:50 #
Oct 10, 2016 08:32:35 #
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=909813&gclid=CjwKEAjw-Oy_BRDg4Iqok57a4kcSJADsuDK1WjSVG93Euma6C3AN_BJ27quGUndwVQqGd65hM2w-WRoCU0fw_wcB&Q=&ap=y&m=Y&c3api=1876%2C116777138042%2C&is=REG&A=details
That's the B&H link to the Canon version I have.
That's the B&H link to the Canon version I have.
Oct 10, 2016 08:42:30 #
stenojj wrote:
...his focus point does not lock when half pressing the shutter....
You may be barking up the wrong tree. The problem may not be OS but rather the focus limit settings. The lens has a switch with three settings, each of which restricts focusing to the range of distances shown. I have this lens and it produces razor sharp and in-focus images all the time at 600 mm and f/8. As for the Dock, I would buy it only if you think you will use it. Calibrating it does take some time which I have yet to find.
Good luck and let us know if this helps.
Oct 10, 2016 09:22:03 #
steveNovice wrote:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=909813&gclid=CjwKEAjw-Oy_BRDg4Iqok57a4kcSJADsuDK1WjSVG93Euma6C3AN_BJ27quGUndwVQqGd65hM2w-WRoCU0fw_wcB&Q=&ap=y&m=Y&c3api=1876%2C116777138042%2C&is=REG&A=details
That's the B&H link to the Canon version I have.
That's the B&H link to the Canon version I have.
Thanks, Steve!
Oct 10, 2016 10:01:12 #
I have the Sport version and I would strongly suggest purchasing the dock, especially since it's only $ 59. I believe the dock to be one of the best features of Sigma's new lenses and I can't wait for Nikon to get on the bandwagon. If you only use it for firmware updates it's worth its weight in gold, but it is much more useful than that. As I have three lenses which can take advantage of it, I figure it only cost me $20 per lens. On another topic, one should not expect a $1000 or $2000 lens to be as good as one that costs 5 to 10 times as much. These are decent, and through personal experience I chose the Sigma Sport over the Tamron, but they are just not TOP quality like their expensive cousins. Finally, using ANY long lens to get the best out of it takes experience and technique, which ONLY comes with practice. Shoot, shoot, and shoot some more. Best of luck!
Oct 10, 2016 10:02:28 #
stenojj wrote:
I purchased the Sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens fo... (show quote)
I have talked to people who have had the same problem ! - but do not know how it was resolved ......
Oct 10, 2016 10:15:54 #
stenojj wrote:
Please post if the dock helps. If it does, might have to invest in one myself.
I was fortunate to but my 150-600 Contemporary when B&H (and probably others) were including the Dock at no additional charge. ]
I've not noticed any issues with focus so far so have only used the Dock to check firmware is up to date.
Oct 10, 2016 10:18:30 #
I use my lens on the 7dii also. What method did you use to calibrate the lens and micro focus? I have the dock
Oct 12, 2016 08:03:25 #
Please explain your method of calibrating your 150-600 lens and micro focus. I have the dock
Oct 12, 2016 09:02:13 #
ballen2208 wrote:
Please explain your method of calibrating your 150-600 lens and micro focus. I have the dock
There are several tools available to do this. Check B&H and on the web.
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