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what year was this lens produced?
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When I first read this deal, I got excited because it said ALL bodies. To me that means it is a FX lens that will also work on a DX body, but in fact it is a DX lens that won't work right on a FX...
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The new version does have a new optical design - less weight as well plus it looks pretty sleek. Either way, $299 for the current version is a steal. I'll be surprised if the new one is under $500....
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Sorry for the confusion - I meant all crop sensor bodies! My bad :)
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From their warranty page
So, since this isn't an EX series lens, it's 3 years total...the initial 1yr and the extra 2yrs
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this IS an amazing price, used to be my walkaround lens 2 years ago, at wide open it's great, but at 70mm the sharpness drops off more than i'd prefer. But at $250, can't go wrong at all! the lens is...
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This lens seem to fit my Nikon D40. Does this make much difference comparing to the stock 18-55 lens in general?
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B&H is going to hate me for being indecisive.
- Placed an order, read some pretty critical reviews how the lens isn't all that much sharper than an 18-55mm kit lens.. and some other negative...
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Maybe the new version has the new optical design. But i do not know why sigma reduces the warranty of new lenses (like 35mm f/1.4) to 2 years (from 4 years) .
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So tempting.
1. Front lens element doesn't rotate with focus
2. Macro-level focus
3. Good focal range
4. Ultrasonic focus motor + image stabilization
5. Lens hood included
6. Good all-around...
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PROOF! Or it didn't happen. :D
I'm in the market for a macro lens also. Would love to see the photo.
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Thanks, that's what I expected but was hoping to hear this would also be a good choice since I don't see the Tamron on sale right now :(
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I used to have a sigma 18-50mm. It had front focusing issues and i sent it back to them to fix it. They still didn't fix it. Beware of Sigma. I now have a tamron 17-50mm non-VC and i love it!
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Yes, the zoom lens ranges will be multiplied by 1.5x too
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I have a difficult question -- I'm new to DSLR's and currently just have a D5100 and the kit lens. I'm considering replacing the kit lens with either the Nikon 35mm f/1.8 prime, or this lens. ...
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I upgraded my 18-55 IS to this lens and felt that it was an improvement in every way.. and as stated, I paid $420 for it. If you're still using the kit lens and want an upgrade, the Sigma 17-70 for...
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Guys,
I bought my wife a Canon Ti4 with the kit 15-80mm for Christmas. She loves to take close up/Macro photos. (Ladybug, flowers, ect) Would this lens be a good choice, or the 50mm with a Hoya?...
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This lens is typically $450 - Currently has a $50 rebate + $100 price drop on B&H Photo for a final price of $299. Also eligible for 2% rewards through B&H Photo.
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I've had both the Tamron and Sigma for my Canon, and, if you're shooting crop, I much prefer the Sigma. I liked the tamron, but, starting at 28mm was a deal breaker for when I wanted wider and didn't...
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Is it a pretty deep scratch? If it isn't I wouldn't worry too much about it. If it is then I think it could cause some issues since light will hit the scratch differently than the rest of the glass....
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It'g gotta be f/2.8..., right?
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Hmm... Looking at the samples it looks like this takes pretty good portraits as well. Would this make a good walk around macro/portrait lens?
I'm thinking of selling the 18-135 STM that came with...
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I would be interested if it was an FX lens. Having a N90 and a D600 coming, I will be moving my focus to FX lenses. I have the Sigma 10-20 and 17-50 as well as the 18-250 Tamron which will cover...
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Amazing price for this lens. I've had it for about a year and it's a nice default lens to have if you can't afford nicer glass. I have it for the Sony and it was between this and the Tamron 18-50...
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I wrote in a string just yesterday about a scratch I found on the front of my Nikkor 24-120. I have never noticed it's affect on a picture so I have just left it alone. The price to replace the...
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I've never seen the 17-50 for under $575 new, and $575 would be a big sale. Typically it's in the $600-650 range.
Is it a better lens? Yes, is it worth $300+ more than the 17-70? If you MUST have...
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If you're worried about $300 on a camera lens, a DSLR might not be the best choice for you in the first place. $300 is a steal for a lens as you will not get anything else near the quality of this...
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The Tamron 17-50 2.8 can be had for $360 if you're eligible for the Tamron education rebate. Just have to be affiliated with one of the approved schools. If you're eligible (or know someone who is)...
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No love for us Full Frame owners. Go figure...
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Note that the Sony Alpha mount does not have the OS option anymore. Very unwisely IMO Sigma has been discontinuing OS on most lenses for this mount, in line with what Tamron has always done. This...
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Don't do a thing. It's just a scratch. Enjoy the lens.
Read this, you'll find it illuminating. It'll tell you all you need to know.
http://kurtmunger.com/dirty_lens_articleid35.html
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Yes it is 2.8-4, not 2.4-4. Thank you for the catch!
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Seems to be a good deal if its the latest version. The quality is supposed to be improved. I don't know how you can tell if its the new version or not. ...
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It's the current version - technically. The 17-70 OS will soon be rebooted into the newer "Contemporary" lens line by Sigma. I have this current version and can say that it is a nice, sharp, and...
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There's advantages and disadvantages between the 3. The Tamron doesn't have image stabilization, and isn't very wide on a crop sensor, but shines on a FF system + is a constant 2.8. The Nikkor is a...
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No way.
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How does this lens compare to TAMRON AF 28-75mm 1:2.8 IF or Nikon Nikkor AF-S 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 DX VR ED G Lens ? Thanks
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I wouldn't. But I guess if you want the macro capabilities more than a constant f/2.8 walkaround lens...
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I had the sigma 17-70mm and tamron 28-75mm for my Pentax. OS wasn't an issue for me with the in-body stabilization. In the overlapping focal range the tamron was significantly better, sharper and...
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Thank you guys. Makes me feel a little better. (for now anyway ;)) It is one small scratch, not too deep, but I can feel it. I will continue to enjoy it as is. ~cheers & repped
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