Lens question
Mar 3, 2016 15:44:27 #
I know we all have our favorite lenses but I am considering buying a Sigma 18-300 lens for my d 7100.I have a Nikon 55-300 & it's ok but I am wondering if any of you have this 18-300 Sigma & would it benefit me to purchase this even if I have the 55-300? I have read all the specs & it sounds like what I am looking for.I would appreciate any help you can offer concerning the sigma lens.
Mar 3, 2016 15:51:10 #
Marilyng wrote:
I know we all have our favorite lenses but I am considering buying a Sigma 18-300 lens for my d 7100.I have a Nikon 55-300 & it's ok but I am wondering if any of you have this 18-300 Sigma & would it benefit me to purchase this even if I have the 55-300? I have read all the specs & it sounds like what I am looking for.I would appreciate any help you can offer concerning the sigma lens.
FWIW - I do not own that particular lens, however....
I am assuming that it is the f/3.5-6.3 version, which is really not any faster a lens than the 55-300.
BUT it has the range from 18 to 300 in a single lens, making it easier to take along with no need to swap lenses for telephoto or wide.
And it is also a MACRO lens, which counts for something !
You may find an interest in macro shooting at some point and with that lens you would have a good start.
I have several Sigma Lenses and perform well on my D7100.
Mar 3, 2016 15:53:25 #
I have had the Sigma 18-250 lens on a Sony SLT-A65V camera for about two years now and am totally happy with it. I almost never change to another lens. If buying now, I would, of course, buy the Sigma 18-300.
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Mar 3, 2016 15:55:10 #
Dngallagher wrote:
FWIW - I do not own that particular lens, however.... (show quote)
Ok good to know & yes I want to get into macro shooting
Mar 3, 2016 16:08:32 #
I have a Nikon D3200 and I'm interested in a fast walk around lens but not sure what to buy any suggestions? I'm new to this so please have patients with me.
Mar 3, 2016 16:29:55 #
Joanne623 wrote:
I have a Nikon D3200 and I'm interested in a fast walk around lens but not sure what to buy any suggestions? I'm new to this so please have patients with me.
It's best to start a new thread rather than add your question to an existing thread.
Mar 3, 2016 16:34:52 #
I have both a 55-300 VR and a Sigma 18-300. The 55-300 is marginally sharper at 300mm, but there isn't a significant difference in an 8x10 print. If you want an all-in-one lens the Sigma 18-300 is a good choice. It is a little heavy at 20 ounces.
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Mar 3, 2016 16:45:49 #
MarkD wrote:
I have both a 55-300 VR and a Sigma 18-300. The 55-300 is marginally sharper at 300mm, but there isn't a significant difference in an 8x10 print. If you want an all-in-one lens the Sigma 18-300 is a good choice. It is a little heavy at 20 ounces.
Thanks Mark.
Mar 3, 2016 18:21:17 #
The SIgma 18 - 300 is what I carry whenever I am out hiking and do not want to have to deal with changing in the field. Great images, easy to use.
Mar 3, 2016 18:22:20 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
The SIgma 18 - 300 is what I carry whenever I am out hiking and do not want to have to deal with changing in the field. Great images, easy to use.
Good thanks so much!
Mar 3, 2016 19:46:34 #
Marilyng wrote:
I know we all have our favorite lenses but I am considering buying a Sigma 18-300 lens for my d 7100.I have a Nikon 55-300 & it's ok but I am wondering if any of you have this 18-300 Sigma & would it benefit me to purchase this even if I have the 55-300? I have read all the specs & it sounds like what I am looking for.I would appreciate any help you can offer concerning the sigma lens.
The Nikon is better.
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Mar 3, 2016 20:10:23 #
Marilyng wrote:
Ok good to know & yes I want to get into macro shooting
It is not truly a macro lens, in fact it does not come close. The designation that many manufactures put on their zoom lenses is a misnomer, it means that they focus a little closer than some other lenses but they are only capable of "close up" photography not macro photography.
Mar 3, 2016 20:17:27 #
Gene51 wrote:
The Nikon is better.
Yes,I went & checked that lens as well.I love Nikon so if I can find a good deal on eBay I'll buy it,thanks!
Mar 4, 2016 07:10:55 #
I have this lens and it performs very well. Good all purpose lens and sharp.
Mar 4, 2016 07:20:45 #
Marilyng wrote:
I know we all have our favorite lenses but I am considering buying a Sigma 18-300 lens for my d 7100.I have a Nikon 55-300 & it's ok but I am wondering if any of you have this 18-300 Sigma & would it benefit me to purchase this even if I have the 55-300? I have read all the specs & it sounds like what I am looking for.I would appreciate any help you can offer concerning the sigma lens.
This may help.
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/lenses
http://lenshero.com/lens-comparison
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx
http://www.lenstip.com/lenses.html
http://www.dxomark.com/Lenses/Compare
http://www.lenscore.org/
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