sigma 70-300mm
May 3, 2013 17:29:58 #
Does anyone have any comments on the sigma 70-300mm f4-5.6 DG macro lens for canon?
May 3, 2013 17:50:02 #
jmd wrote:
Does anyone have any comments on the sigma 70-300mm f4-5.6 DG macro lens for canon?
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May 3, 2013 17:56:37 #
jmd, I shoot Canon also Rebels & 60 D. I started about where your profile shows you. I traded up 18-135 and wanted more quality in longer lens also. Looking back both of the kit lenses are more than good. Any way I look at Sigma for several of lens needs. The Sigma was allot less money as I recall as compared with Canon 70-300 non L IS. Long story short Canon ran a sale on that lens refurbished and I have been using it for several month. I love it. Several friends have both L and non L lenses. Weight and flexablity seems to determine what is used.
PM if you need more specific.
PM if you need more specific.
May 3, 2013 17:58:47 #
Thank you for taking the time to share, this info will be used when buying a lens
May 4, 2013 08:50:54 #
jmd wrote:
Does anyone have any comments on the sigma 70-300mm f4-5.6 DG macro lens for canon?
I have it for my T3i, very nice lens, great for back yard bird shooting, Good on distance and good crisp photos. Good bang for the buck. But I would get the: Sigma 70-300mm F/4-5.6 DG OS SLD; the OS being the key image stabilization for handheld shots. if only on tripod then get the less expensive model: Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
May 4, 2013 09:04:52 #
I have the Nikon version and it has been a good lens. After the initial learning curve I have not had any trouble hand holding, in fact most of the time I use it hand held. Having never used a lens with OS I can't say that the shots wouldn't have been better with it.
May 4, 2013 16:49:27 #
I Have the sony version. great clean shots, however can hunt about a bit on low contrast subjects. I use it mostly with a tripod.
May 5, 2013 07:50:37 #
I have the 70-300 f4-5.6 DG for Canon. I must use a tripod with it. I can not hand hold it especially at the 300 range. It's not a bad lens for the money.
May 5, 2013 08:15:21 #
May 5, 2013 11:50:03 #
Hi jmd.
I have had the same lens for over a year now and although it is for my Nikon D3100, it is a great lens....sharp as a tack. Had a wee problem with 'soft' pix but discovered this was caused by a cheap UV protection filter. Bought a more expensive Hoya and problem solved. Buy this lens....you'll love it.
Happy snapping.
Philphotog, Perth, Scotland
PS Not too far from the original Selkirk in the Scottish Borders - it's a bonny wee town.
I have had the same lens for over a year now and although it is for my Nikon D3100, it is a great lens....sharp as a tack. Had a wee problem with 'soft' pix but discovered this was caused by a cheap UV protection filter. Bought a more expensive Hoya and problem solved. Buy this lens....you'll love it.
Happy snapping.
Philphotog, Perth, Scotland
PS Not too far from the original Selkirk in the Scottish Borders - it's a bonny wee town.
May 5, 2013 12:00:12 #
Canon 70-300 non L $259.99 Refurbished
http://shop.usa.canon.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10051_10051_259107_-1
http://shop.usa.canon.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10051_10051_259107_-1
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