Review 5 of 7
Price Paid:
$3200.00
from B&H Summary: Sharp, well-built optic regardless of price or brand. (maybe I should say: because it''s a Sigma!)
In terms of value, it''s really a 7/5 compared to alternatives.
More than capable of producing professional results. Strengths: Excellent sharpness at center and corners.
Fast, accurate autofocus (HSM).
Three focusing ranges to increase responsiveness.
Smooth manual focus override.
Equally fast AF when used with 1.4x Kenko PRO teleconverter on Nikon. Superb results.
Accurate exposure/color.
Very good close-focusing ability.
Flare very well controlled.
Excellent build quality.
Solid/smooth rotating tripod foot.
Sturdy carrying strap.
Reasonable size and weight considering focal length/aperture.
Price.
Polarizing filter provided.
Convenient rotating drop-in filter.
Well contructed case.
Works well with Nikon F90x, FE2 and F80. Weaknesses: No image stabilization. Choose film speed accordingly (easier to do these days by push-processing appropriate films). Similar Products Used: This is my 4th Sigma EX lens (3 primes (15, 105 and 500mm) & 1 zoom (70-200)). While I was initially reluctant about the Sigma brand (due to various - generally older - postings here and elsewhere) th Customer Service: Prompt and courteous when I contacted the Canadian distributor (Gentec) about getting spare drop-in filter and Sigma USA when initially investigating lens.
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