Sigma lens
May 17, 2020 16:03:07 #
I’m thinking of buying a Sigma-150-600mm f5-6.3 for my Nikon d3200. Is there anything I should know before buying it?
May 17, 2020 16:10:22 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
BOB WETHERELL wrote:
I’m thinking of buying a Sigma-150-600mm f5-6.3 for my Nikon d3200. Is there anything I should know before buying it?
If you want autofocus, make sure your camera will do so at f/6.3.
May 17, 2020 16:17:10 #
BOB WETHERELL wrote:
I’m thinking of buying a Sigma-150-600mm f5-6.3 for my Nikon d3200. Is there anything I should know before buying it?
It should be fine. The Sport is better than the Contemporary. Autofocus is not a problem - the camera sees an F5.6 lens, despite it being F6.3. Hand-holding an effective 900mm lens (equivalent field of view) should be "interesting" - Just sayin'
Don't even waste your time looking at a tripod that won't be stable with that combination -I used Feisol CT-3472 with a Manfrotto 393 gimbal - with a 600mm F4 for years. I currently use a Sigma Sport with a D810 hand held - it's been fine for the past 4 yrs. I haven't tried it with a crop camera, though.
May 17, 2020 18:09:51 #
May 17, 2020 21:38:20 #
Had one for over a year now and love it...and despite what all the "experts" say I get great sharp pics at every focal length...even at 60mm (900mm = 35mm equivalent)
Both of these hand held at the long end (600mm), the Honey Eater at about 10-15 meters and the Tern approx 60-70 meters...I never considered the sport version, too expensive for a start and from what I've seen/read, it's not that much better apart from the weather sealing...
Both of these hand held at the long end (600mm), the Honey Eater at about 10-15 meters and the Tern approx 60-70 meters...I never considered the sport version, too expensive for a start and from what I've seen/read, it's not that much better apart from the weather sealing...
May 17, 2020 22:04:27 #
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May 18, 2020 07:23:25 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
BOB WETHERELL wrote:
I’m thinking of buying a Sigma-150-600mm f5-6.3 for my Nikon d3200. Is there anything I should know before buying it?
Yes, you should know that the Nikon 200-500 is sharper at 500 mm than the Sigma is at 600 mm.
May 18, 2020 07:24:10 #
I have one, use with a D750 and love it. Get the lens, you will not regret it.
May 18, 2020 07:24:19 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
BOB WETHERELL wrote:
I’m thinking of buying a Sigma-150-600mm f5-6.3 for my Nikon d3200. Is there anything I should know before buying it?
Yes, you should know that the Nikon 200-500 is sharper at 500 mm than the Sigma is at 600 mm.
May 18, 2020 07:47:20 #
I use the Sigma 150-600C on my D810 and love it. It has the resolution to work with a full frame camera. Great results despite what the despite what the "experts" say. Have had mine for about4 years now and works great. I had previously used it on my D7200 with similar satisfaction. Being a full frame lens you benefit from the sweet part of the center portion of you view that a crop sensor camera would use. Go for it.
May 18, 2020 08:30:56 #
I gotta say the sigma should always be considered because it is still very sharp, relatively lightweight and relatively inexpensive. I borrowed the 200-500 one time and thought the optics were awesome, incredibly sharp. The weight killed me after only a short while. I now have both the sigma and the nikon 500 pf. Both lenses are just terrific and I use them where I feel each is at its’ best.
May 18, 2020 08:53:33 #
BOB WETHERELL wrote:
I’m thinking of buying a Sigma-150-600mm f5-6.3 for my Nikon d3200. Is there anything I should know before buying it?
Yes, the size and weight and the fact that the tripod collar is heavily compromised - as are ALL 150/200-500/600 zooms. Monopods, bodypods and tripods will will help manage the weight and help to stabilize. Long lens stabilizer bracket will help to overcome the collar issue.
Autofocus will not be as good as with an f5.6 lens. Attempted hand holding @600 on a crop frame increases the "LUCK" factor and the ISO for the higher shutter speeds needed to keep the luck factor in check.
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May 18, 2020 08:57:45 #
SX2002 wrote:
Had one for over a year now and love it...and despite what all the "experts" say I get great sharp pics at every focal length...even at 60mm (900mm = 35mm equivalent)
Both of these hand held at the long end (600mm), the Honey Eater at about 10-15 meters and the Tern approx 60-70 meters...I never considered the sport version, too expensive for a start and from what I've seen/read, it's not that much better apart from the weather sealing...
Both of these hand held at the long end (600mm), the Honey Eater at about 10-15 meters and the Tern approx 60-70 meters...I never considered the sport version, too expensive for a start and from what I've seen/read, it's not that much better apart from the weather sealing...
Very nicely done. I have the previous 150-600 and it is a wonderful lens. The C and S are sharper but I do not know how noticeable that is. Mine requires no special attention. Put it on and shoot away. I do use a tripod as much as possible. These shots are great for handheld. Thanks for posting.
May 18, 2020 09:01:02 #
billnikon wrote:
Yes, you should know that the Nikon 200-500 is sharper at 500 mm than the Sigma is at 600 mm.
What do you base this on? Did you run properly controlled tests?
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