Sigma APO 70-300mm F/4-5.6 DG MACRO

[LeuceDeuce]

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/144/3515846441_4d985f983b_o.jpg

[X-Warrior]

Just a couple of reasonably recent ducks:

Might've posted this one somewhere else before. It's less recent than the rest too...
http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/animal/081108_0001.jpg

http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/animal/090423_0001.jpg

http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/animal/090423_0002.jpg

http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/animal/090423_0003.jpg

http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/animal/090423_0007.jpg


Edit: ooh, found the rest in another thread as well :lol: Ahh never mind...

[RMXSeven]

Here's my addition!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3633/3525615952_eca693cbe0_b.jpg

~Ronen

[LeuceDeuce]

Soft wide open at 300mm?? You be the judge ;)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3586/3544278417_eb49eb8733_o.jpg

[datadump]

Is the newer APO version of this lens compatible with either or both of
1) kenko 1.4x teleconv
2) canon 2x extender
??

thanks

[Salma]

Mine arrives soon <3 I can't bloody wait.

[Salma]

Very good lens for the price
Zabardast photos ;)

[Salma]

I've been to the zoo today! Here are a few with the Sigma:

http://nicohost.com/fotos/Zoo/content/bin/images/large/IMG_4684.jpg



http://nicohost.com/fotos/Zoo/content/bin/images/large/IMG_4917.jpg


http://nicohost.com/fotos/Zoo/content/bin/images/large/IMG_4994.jpg


http://nicohost.com/fotos/Zoo/content/bin/images/large/IMG_4682.jpg


http://nicohost.com/fotos/Zoo/content/bin/images/large/IMG_4758.jpg
I would so buy those lion shots.

[datadump]

i just picked up this budget zoom and i must say, it is absolutely an amazing bang for buck. focus is fairly accurate. motor is buzzy but fairly quick imo. 300mm shots are absolutely stunning for the price. Macro mode is really handy as well.

this lens is perfect for the "vacation" where you really dont wanna take the huge heavy white 70-200f/2.8L IS with you everywhere. nor would you want to have it stolen. its so freaking cheap that i could care less if it broke at the beach or got lost.
its also so small and light that it helps in the stealth factor.

will post pics.

[number six]

Is the newer APO version of this lens compatible with either or both of
1) kenko 1.4x teleconv
2) canon 2x extender
??

thanks


I don't know if they will physically fit or not, but I can tell you that you won't be able to autofocus on most Canon bodies.

At 300mm with a 1.4X TC your largest aperture will be f/8, and with a 2X it'll be f/11. Out of the range of AF.

-js

[Wekkel]

In Macro-setting

[datadump]

I don't know if they will physically fit or not, but I can tell you that you won't be able to autofocus on most Canon bodies.

At 300mm with a 1.4X TC your largest aperture will be f/8, and with a 2X it'll be f/11. Out of the range of AF.

-js

yes i quickly realised that too.

i picked up this lens and tried 1.4x and it focuses well.

the canon2x doesnt even fit:) but the kenko2x would probably fit but no AF

[Salma]

In Macro-setting
Gorgeous :D

[datadump]

quick shot handheld f/8, 1/400s, iso200, 300m

[Daniel2000]

some shots made at a show this weekend, was happily surprised by the results...
all hand held, I was surprise of the fact it didn't hunt that much for focus, I expected more troubles in that matter

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1415.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1429.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1460.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1544.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1545.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1546.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1592.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1633.jpg

[Daniel2000]

part 2

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1655.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1667.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1682.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1720.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1721.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1778.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1790.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1794.jpg

[Daniel2000]

and part 3

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1802.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/Show27mai2009/IMG_1823.jpg

[Salma]

quick shot handheld f/8, 1/400s, iso200, 300m
That's beautiful!

[tristo]

Some Cygnets ...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3413/3564334232_0d6a4e12d3.jpg?v=0



http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3417/3563518321_71a1fa8aed.jpg?v=0

[HoosierJoe]

This thread is killing me. I had my mind all made up on the Canon 70-200 f4 non IS, then I found out about this lens. After looking at the pictures here I am asking myself "why the Canon?".

This would be my very occasional lens. Mostly for outdoors or with a flash. I would probably tripod or monopod it for long range shooting. I can't imagine using it indoors when I have my other lenses.

What do you think? I found a 70-300 Sigma for $130 used from a dealer. I also found a Canon 70-200f4 non IS for $400 from the same dealer. And I'm asking myself if the Canon is worth the extra $270. The postings here look every bit as good as the ones for the Canon.

[datadump]

hoosierjoe, i've owned the canon 70-200 f4L IS and canon f2.8L IS and this cheaper sigma now.

theres no doubt the canons are superior. i simply did not use the canons enough to justify owning it.. it sat in my bag for most of the year and only got used once or twice a year.

thus i decided to sell the canons and buy some primes which was a wise choice for me since i use my 50L and 85LII's way more than i ever used the telephoto zooms.

so to tie me over for the one/two times i really need telephoto zoom, i picked up this cheap lens which to my surprise fits my needs stunningly well. this sigma is in no way near the class of lens as the white canon's but for the occasional use, this sigma really does shine.

[HoosierJoe]

hoosierjoe, i've owned the canon 70-200 f4L IS and canon f2.8L IS and this cheaper sigma now.

theres no doubt the canons are superior. i simply did not use the canons enough to justify owning it.. it sat in my bag for most of the year and only got used once or twice a year.

That's pretty much where I am at. I can afford the Canon's but to only take them out of the bag a few times a year seems a waste of a good lens and my money.

Thanks.

[number six]

I've been considering the Canon 70-200 f/4 non-IS, but I shoot a lot at 300 mm with my Sigma. Not sure I'd be happy with 200...

-js

[Daniel2000]

it's still work well as a macro lens too, I'm using it a lot for macro shots

[Salma]

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/84018276-M.jpg

with a close up filter

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/84850431-M.jpg
Hiya that tiger shot is fantastic :)

[Cassie]

Hi Salma, thanks for the compliment!!

[Salma]

Hi Salma, thanks for the compliment!!

You're welcome :D

Did you PP at all?

[Cassie]

Yes, I sharpened and added some contrast and cropped a bit too. It was a while ago so I can't remember what exactly I did but I'm a photoshop rookie so I didn't mess with it too much. The original is on a crashed hard drive in the closet :(

[Salma]

Oh ok, I think it's a fantastic photo and the PP is very natural I love it :D

[Cassie]

Thanks again Salma, I really appreciate the comments!

[Salma]

You're very welcome :)

[RichSC]

Here's a shot I took with this lens at 300mm using the macro setting.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3647/3457081941_d3d9240e52_b.jpg

[velasco]

guys, my friend wanna sell me his Sigma (CanonMount) 70-300mm F4-5.6 APO DG MACRO.

My mum already said cannot get the 55-250 till the price hike simmers down( prolly end of year) , so for now, is this the best alternative?

[LeuceDeuce]

guys, my friend wanna sell me his Sigma (CanonMount) 70-300mm F4-5.6 APO DG MACRO.

My mum already said cannot get the 55-250 till the price hike simmers down( prolly end of year) , so for now, is this the best alternative?

It's a fantastic lens. I have been extremely happy with it.

[Salma]

I got this with my lens yesterday.

What do you think?
:D

http://i43.tinypic.com/254vqsk.jpg

[Cassie]

I think it looks good! What if any pp did you do? I have a few from like 3 months ago that I need to work on. Thanks.

[HoosierJoe]

I got this with my lens yesterday.

What do you think?
:D


It's fantastic. You have some great photography on your site, done with equipment that the snobs wouldn't touch. Which only goes to reinforce what a lot of people on this site say, it's not so much the equipment as the driver.

[Salma]

I think it looks good! What if any pp did you do? I have a few from like 3 months ago that I need to work on. Thanks.
Heya, thanks.

I only sharpened this :D
It's fantastic. You have some great photography on your site, done with equipment that the snobs wouldn't touch. Which only goes to reinforce what a lot of people on this site say, it's not so much the equipment as the driver.
Thanks alot Joe :D

[Salma]

This lens is my baby.



1
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/16-2.jpg
2
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/13-4.jpg
3
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/8-7.jpg
4
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/1-18.jpg
5
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Peacock2.jpg
6
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/FLamingoPose.jpg
7
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/CheetahStalking.jpg
8
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/22-1.jpg

[velasco]

wow salma those are amazing. now you make me regret getting my canon 55-250mm. how does this lens perform under low light?

[Salma]

Velasco, I think it's pretty awesome actually I had no problems, low light not too bad to be honest.

[number six]

Where did the pics go, Salma? I just see a bunch of icons...

-js

[Salma]

Hey number six, sorry about that, I made a few albums on photobucket yesterday and arranged everything to make it easier without realising that moving pics from one album to another will break links.

Here they are again.

1
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Peacock2copy.jpg
2
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/PeacockFace.jpg
3
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/PoserFlamingo.jpg
4
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/rodant2.jpg
5
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/MeerkatSideProfile.jpg
6
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/MeerkatPoser.jpg
7
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Lemur.jpg
8
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/ChetahHeadup.jpg

[number six]

Very nice!

We used to have peacocks in our back yard. But not leopards.

-js

[Salma]

THey're just so amazing. <3

[Salma]

Some zoo shots.

1

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/RodantPortrait.jpg

2

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Peacock2copy.jpg

3

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Zebracopy.jpg

4

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Lemur.jpg

5

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Cheetahrunning.jpg

[KandJinIN]

Just paid for mine, should ship out tomorrow, hopefully I will get to add some offerings by the end of the week :) Great shots everyone

[2004ep3hatch]

Just paid for mine, should ship out tomorrow, hopefully I will get to add some offerings by the end of the week :) Great shots everyone


Yep it should :)

[HoosierJoe]

OK, before I take the plunge on this lens; will it work on a 5D? I have plans to get a used 5D by the end of the year.

[Daniel2000]

yes

[olly_k]

OK, before I take the plunge on this lens; will it work on a 5D? I have plans to get a used 5D by the end of the year.

Not sure if it will do that camera justice though but it will be interesting to see results!

[Salma]

Hey everyone, how you all doing?

Guys what do you think of these?

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Swan4.jpg

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Yellow.jpg

http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Ducklings.jpg

[KandJinIN]

Just got this lens today. Super excited, haven't had time to go anywhere besides my backyard. Here are two of may hat (not exciting, but I really wanted to post something lol)

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkKkpRo0f-I/AAAAAAAAAKk/4uCtQczNgf4/s800/IMG_3818.JPG

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkKkqabcOvI/AAAAAAAAAKo/XUNH315pb1I/s800/IMG_3821.JPG

Definitely impressed with sharpness of this lens. I must say that I love the FL as well.

[KandJinIN]

Salma... I am drawn to the last picture that you posted. The water is a bit blown which is the only thing I have against it. But the overall processing and composition, I really like.

[Atlandis]

Kantjinin, what body u used to get this photo? any pp? I am asking because some people say that 300 and 500mm lenses are very soft and the colors are fade... So you have to be in luck to get a clean shot with beautiful colors.. That made me once to avoid buy one of this :) I was thinking then for 150-500 hsm (different lens but sigma and big mm range.. both) and changed my mind after.. :)

I see lots of amazing pics on this topic.. make me reconsider things.

salma nice shots with 450d

[KandJinIN]

Atlandis -

Both are with my XTi, the first 149mm and I think I adjusted the WB a bit in DPP, but aside from that just added some sharpening and was done.

The same processing the second one was at 238mm. I have a couple others at 300 that look just as good, those are just the two I spent time processing lol.

[Salma]

Salma... I am drawn to the last picture that you posted. The water is a bit blown which is the only thing I have against it. But the overall processing and composition, I really like.
Oh really, yeah I gues it went a bit wrong.

Thanks for your comment it teaches me for next time :)


salma nice shots with 450d
Thankyou :D

[HoosierJoe]

Just got this lens today. Super excited, haven't had time to go anywhere besides my backyard. Here are two of may hat (not exciting, but I really wanted to post something lol)





Definitely impressed with sharpness of this lens. I must say that I love the FL as well.It's OK except for the whole Cardinals thing. Don't you have a blue cap with a C on it?

[KandJinIN]

*vomit noises*

Sorry, for a second there I thought someone actually suggested spending money on the *cringe* cu... dang still can't even bring my self to mention them by name. ;)

[HoosierJoe]

*vomit noises*

Sorry, for a second there I thought someone actually suggested spending money on the *cringe* cu... dang still can't even bring my self to mention them by name. ;)
Hey, just wait till next year!

[KandJinIN]

lol, I think Cardinals fans have heard that from Cubbies fans for how long now.. 101 and counting right? ;)

[HoosierJoe]

lol, I think Cardinals fans have heard that from Cubbies fans for how long now.. 101 and counting right? ;)
Trade you Soriano and his .225 average and Chad Fox 135.00 era for Pujols.

[number six]

lol, I think Cardinals fans have heard that from Cubbies fans for how long now.. 101 and counting right? ;)

Aw, c'mon now. Anyone can have a bad century.

:cool:

[KandJinIN]

As much as I like to trash the scrubbies... I am gonna go back to the lens lol.

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkRCq6HTTqI/AAAAAAAAALQ/WXzTt_sU_TU/s800/IMG_3867.JPG

100% - 300mm wide open 5.6

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkRCqCk5kXI/AAAAAAAAALI/xxo1aUhq3j4/s800/Walnut%20Sign.jpg

The top of a camper we were given by my inlaws that has sat in our driveway for a year now...

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkRCqA-FfRI/AAAAAAAAALM/K0a6cPVVacs/s800/IMG_3870.JPG

100% - 300mm wide open 5.6

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkRCruTd00I/AAAAAAAAALY/by7M_9qkQ8M/s800/Coleman.jpg

Lastly, my neighbor's trash barrel

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/SkRCrUvsRYI/AAAAAAAAALU/BLPUQxEIJTE/s800/IMG_3858.JPG

Hopefully I can take this lens out past my backyard fence, but I am still really impressed.

[HoosierJoe]

As much as I like to trash the scrubbies... I am gonna go back to the lens lol.



100% - 300mm wide open 5.6



The top of a camper we were given by my inlaws that has sat in our driveway for a year now...



100% - 300mm wide open 5.6



Lastly, my neighbor's trash barrel



Hopefully I can take this lens out past my backyard fence, but I am still really impressed.I think every town in IN has a Walnut street.

I still haven't picked up this lens. I had a line on a used one but evidently the seller backed out. Think I will go with Adorama. $209 shipped.

[ZoranR]

http://i27.tinypic.com/erak51.jpg

[Salma]

Shots from the zoo.

1
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Owl-1.jpg
2
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Ostriches-1.jpg
3
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Meerkat-1.jpg
4
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Bear-1.jpg
5
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/LionessSleep-1.jpg
6
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/LionessAwake-1.jpg
7
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Elephant-1.jpg
8
http://i711.photobucket.com/albums/ww119/GFX-Kuri/Wildlife/Cheetah-1.jpg

[LeuceDeuce]

...

[X-Warrior]

And there I was considering an upgrade to a 300mm prime.

Obviously pointless... ^^

[LeuceDeuce]

And there I was considering an upgrade to a 300mm prime.

Obviously pointless... ^^

I think it would depend on how much you would actually use the lens. Personally I don't use the telephoto all that often so I can't justify spending the cash on a really good lens. I deal with the lack of IS by pushing my shutter speeds. Usually obtained by pushing the ISO to 400 since I'm shooting through a CP.

For the money, I don't think you can beat this lens though.

Stripped EXIF, but for interest: ISO 400, Tv: 1/400, Av: 5.6 @ 300mm
_

[X-Warrior]

I think it would depend on how much you would actually use the lens. Personally I don't use the telephoto all that often so I can't justify spending the cash on a really good lens. I deal with the lack of IS by pushing my shutter speeds. Usually obtained by pushing the ISO to 400 since I'm shooting through a CP.

I probably use it around 3-4 times a year... so yeah, I was pretty crazy to even consider it.

But a CP ? Is that usable then, with the rotating front element ?

[LeuceDeuce]

But a CP ? Is that usable then, with the rotating front element ?

Of course it is, you just have to be a little more dedicated to use it. Once I know my focal length, and focus point, I rotate my CP to the effect I want. Unfortunately most of the time I have available to shoot is mid-day so I like to use the CP.

[number six]

But a CP ? Is that usable then, with the rotating front element ?

Sure. Just focus first. Actually, unless you're focusing very close, there's little movement of the lens anyway.

-js

[KandJinIN]

Had a road trip last week, stopped at a rest area.. shot a few while the wife hit the bathroom...

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/Sl3oOKrp6aI/AAAAAAAAANA/5aGwUPei2rY/s800/IMG_4678.JPG

Also... my first attempts at panning.. most turned out horrible, but I got one in focus..

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_tqgN_YxtbQ0/Sl3oPlgiJaI/AAAAAAAAANE/I9tRDRjlFb0/s800/IMG_4700.JPG

[micloi]

I am sorry for double posting these:

I took another couple of photos today and I am very satisfied with the results.
Please let me know if these are acceptable or if I am just not picky enough.

These were taken in cloudy weather, handheld.

Tamron on the 1000D at 300mm x 1.4 = 420mm (672mm effective taking into consideration the 1.6 sensor ratio).

Used the auto mode JPEGS. Most probably can achieve better results with RAW and manual but did not have the time as it started raining just after I took these!

Untouched full picture (only lowered resolution for web upload).
http://i387.photobucket.com/albums/oo311/micloi/Kenko%20Teleconverter/lady672mmEffective.jpg

100% Crop unedited
http://i387.photobucket.com/albums/oo311/micloi/Kenko%20Teleconverter/IMG_5979100crop.jpg

100% Crop slightly sharpened
http://i387.photobucket.com/albums/oo311/micloi/Kenko%20Teleconverter/IMG_5979100cropEDITED.jpg

[Wekkel]

Could be sharper (faster shutter speed?).

It shows an element of the APO I dislike -> the redcolor this lense captures. Nothing that cannot be corrected with PS ;)

[micloi]

I will try to use different shutter speeds and post new images soon.

[micloi]

Another try using P mode at 420mm (300x1.4)
100% crop, un-edited except resizing and converting from RAW to JPEG

http://i387.photobucket.com/albums/oo311/micloi/Kenko%20Teleconverter/420mm.jpg

[micloi]

And another closer crop but this time edited a bit for sharpness

http://i387.photobucket.com/albums/oo311/micloi/Kenko%20Teleconverter/420mmedited.jpg

[stsva]

I'd forgotten what fun this lens can be for close ups, but had to do the obligatory summer butterfly shot.
190mm macro mode, 1/640 sec., f/5.6, ISO 400.

[number six]

Very nice!

-js

[X-images]

Only had one outing with my one but I was pretty happy with the results, especially given that the lens cost next to nothing.


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2514/3730865993_ce24930f32_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2594/3730874095_f7c1c34d0b_b.jpg

[number six]

Only had one outing with my one but I was pretty happy with the results, especially given that the lens cost next to nothing.

You should be! Great shots!

[Feeba]

Hi. Most of the Sigma 70-300 pictures are AMAZING. I've done quite a research, aka I spent most of the day to find out which lens was the best to shoot sports and wildlife/nature and it seems like the APO DG Macro really pays off! I also found some negative stuff about it, like it's too ''dark'' for indoors. I saw some indoor sports pics and it doesn't look that horrible at all. What would you say about that?

[X-Warrior]

It's aperture isn't the most ideal out there - 5.6 at the long end. That's not particularly strong and you'll notice for indoor sports. It'll require a high ISO to compensate.

[bigrig]

I guess it depends on the indoor lighting....I was shooting indoor soccer with a Canon 70-200 2.8 @ ISO 3200 and I still had to shoot around 1/200 and had some motion blur. I consider the Sigma to be an outdoor lens.

Matt

[Feeba]

Ok, but it doesn't matter. I can always use my kit lens if the Sigma one does bad but I think wildlife and nature aren't indoors :D I'll be soon getting Sigma. These photos here have really made me fall in love with it.

[-MJ-]

70-300 APO @ Cousins Soccer Game

http://photos.markjpacheco.com/moon/LR-7908-3.jpg

Crop of another w/ some quick LR PP
http://photos.markjpacheco.com/moon/LR-7031.jpg

[olly_k]

Thought it about time I contributed here, had a great day at a nature reserve (SSSI) near me.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2600/3808737603_c3765127cb_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2521/3808738017_d5b72828dc_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2591/3808738477_578b6de971_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3529/3808739761_4d6f52f3e2_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2530/3808739497_3b3e74bd3a_o.jpg

Not technically perfect, but my lens has some sort of oil splattered (or other marks) over one of the internal rear elements which can't do overall quality any good, and my flash is knackered so had to rely on natural light - Dragons move fast so it was tight at times! However I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome!

[bigrig]

Here's a shot of the moon I got with a 40D. I was experimenting with manual focus in LiveView but the camera moves so much even on a tripod it made it difficult. This one was with autofocus. f8 1/200 ISO200, big crop and a touch unsharp mask

http://images41.fotki.com/v1580/photos/4/401442/5986462/IMG_5738B-vi.jpg

[stsva]

Thought it about time I contributed here, had a great day at a nature reserve (SSSI) near me.


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Not technically perfect, but my lens has some sort of oil splattered (or other marks) over one of the internal rear elements which can't do overall quality any good, and my flash is knackered so had to rely on natural light - Dragons move fast so it was tight at times! However I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome!

Very nice! I think this lens is a nice match for the 350D. :)

[X-images]

Here's one from the lense in macro mode at 300mm...


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3564/3908379287_f239202f15_b.jpg

[X-images]

Here's a shot of the moon I got with a 40D. I was experimenting with manual focus in LiveView but the camera moves so much even on a tripod it made it difficult. This one was with autofocus. f8 1/200 ISO200, big crop and a touch unsharp mask



Nice. Excellent detail along the horizon.

I had a crack at it a week or so ago when it was full with the Sigma... manually focusing through Liveview.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e231/VOR2006/POTN/moon_05-09-2009.jpg

[ZoranR]

http://i28.tinypic.com/160wneo.jpg

http://i31.tinypic.com/28cdedl.jpg

[Cassie]

Nice BIF shots!

[Cassie]

Some from the zoo a couple of months ago. I think mine needs calibrating or something I was having a difficult time focusing, the lens would jump so much I thought the camera was gonna fly out my hand!

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/603721170_nMmXU-M.jpg

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/603741081_KUns2-M.jpg

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/637441470_i7uvo-M.jpg

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/603721354_UqU5F-M.jpg

http://thompson-photo.smugmug.com/photos/603721303_XeN2x-M.jpg

[ZoranR]

http://i36.tinypic.com/25p4l5z.jpg

100% crop

http://i34.tinypic.com/2ug2a87.jpg

[bigrig]

40D 70mm f7.1 1/200 ISO100
http://images43.fotki.com/v398/photos/2/401442/7955476/IMG_5834-vi.jpg

40D 190mm f7.1 1/400 ISO100
http://images46.fotki.com/v400/photos/2/401442/7955476/IMG_5836B-vi.jpg

[ZoranR]

http://i33.tinypic.com/mi1dtc.jpg

[bigrig]

Did you guys see they released an Image Stabilized version of the lens?

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0909/09090401sigma70mm300mmis.asp

[KarlosDaJackal]

The budget lens that just keeps giving and giving 300mm - f/6.3 - tripod through glass, iso800 with some noise reduction applied in dpp
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3641/4037522891_71e2aa5d66_b.jpg

[bigrig]

40D 300mm F/5.6 1/500 ISO 400
crop and unsharp mask

http://images51.fotki.com/v750/photos/2/401442/8085182/IMG_6512B-vi.jpg


40D 263mm F/5.6 1/800 ISO 400
crop and saturation

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2471/4041639912_48f11e978f_b.jpg

[bigrig]

Found these crazy creatures in my driveway this morning -

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2493/4058395027_0fd92e6edb_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/53598920@N00/4058395027/)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3497/4059141100_d294bd2727_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/53598920@N00/4059141100/)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2503/4059137012_e0539f944d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/53598920@N00/4059137012/)

[ZoranR]

http://i35.tinypic.com/10ct7h1.jpg

[VirtualMen]

300mm, overcast
http://my-photo.ru/g0/b/693/693517iDQ-.jpg

[Salma]

I don't even know how to use the macro function on this thing :/

[number six]

I don't even know how to use the macro function on this thing :/

Hi, Salma -

It's easy. Just zoom somewhere between 200 and 300 mm, flip the macro switch on the barrel, and you can focus much closer. It's just a mechanical stop on the barrel.

Some people have problems getting out of macro mode. Make sure you're focused in the normal range (to infinity, for example), then you can switch out of macro. If you're focused at close distances the switch won't move.

-js

[VirtualMen]

http://my-photo.ru/g0/b/693/6937424Vyr.jpg

[jcanarsi]

I love all the results guys!! I just have a few questions regarding this lens. Is this a turn lens or a push/pull zoom lens?

Second does anyone have any issues with Lens creep-----falling out when around your neck in a downward motion or anything??

Thanks and I look forward to feedback.

I shoot with a canon XS

[VirtualMen]

lens at its weight does not drop

[number six]

I love all the results guys!! I just have a few questions regarding this lens. Is this a turn lens or a push/pull zoom lens?

Second does anyone have any issues with Lens creep-----falling out when around your neck in a downward motion or anything??

Thanks and I look forward to feedback.

I shoot with a canon XS

Rotating zoom ring, not push-pull. I've never had any zoom creep at all.

-js

[VirtualMen]

http://my-photo.ru/g0/b/693/693887VwCX.jpg

[notpencil]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3471/3902493001_f9142c8035_b.jpg

300mm f/5.6 handheld....

i got a manfrotto monopod for this lens specifically and it has been awesome.

[number six]

Looks like it's up high. Welcome to POTN!

-js

[hennie]

Even usable at low light. Autofocus was fairly accurate.
300mm / F22 / 1/40s

[ZoranR]

http://i34.tinypic.com/10omja1.jpg

[velasco]

oh no i sold my 55-250

now im having trouble deciding between Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro or this lens.

[longsight]

Lily stamen

The sigma is better than the Tamron IMHO.

[bigrig]

http://images54.fotki.com/v556/photos/2/401442/8173574/IMG_7157B-vi.jpg

[ZoranR]

http://i47.tinypic.com/20u902c.jpg

[stsva]

Here are a couple, shot with the Sigma on an XT/350D. The first was shot at 1/1250s, f/5.0, 190.0mm, iso200, and the second at 1/800s, f/8.0, 190.0mm, iso400.
http://www.pbase.com/stsva/image/110592481/large.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/stsva/image/116705678/large.jpg

[velasco]

awesome. i guess im gonna be the bitter child that sulk. i was tricked into buying a tamron one at 80 bucks more. i sooo want the sigma badly. :(

[Salma]

I don't like this lens anymore and I haven't used it in ages, I might aswell sell it and save up for a better one!

[velasco]

I don't like this lens anymore and I haven't used it in ages, I might aswell sell it and save up for a better one!

what? its my dream lens, now im stuck with the tamron lol. and guess what, you're one of the people who made me want the sigma so much :)

[LeuceDeuce]

I still love mine.

[Daniel2000]

I love mine as well but when I'll get a 70-200 and the 150-500 (both likely from Sigma) I will very much likely separate myself from the 70-300

[Cassie]

I don't like this lens anymore and I haven't used it in ages, I might aswell sell it and save up for a better one!

Ditto:confused: We had some good times, but it's time to move on. The only zoom I plan to keep is the cheapo kit lens.

[Salma]

Ditto:confused: We had some good times, but it's time to move on. The only zoom I plan to keep is the cheapo kit lens.
I had some good times with it too but only for the zoo, i'm wondering what else will I need this lens for and i'm sure I wont be paying £20 regulalrly to go to the zoo :/

[Cassie]

Once again, same here LOL. Only used at the zoo and for moon shoots, but I think I can do without it.

[Salma]

I think so too, i'm more into portrait photography now anyway, I think I might sell it.

[LeuceDeuce]

I had some good times with it too but only for the zoo, i'm wondering what else will I need this lens for and i'm sure I wont be paying £20 regulalrly to go to the zoo :/

You'll find out as soon as you sell it ;)

[Salma]

You'll find out as soon as you sell it ;)
Why don't you tell me?

[velasco]

i could use that as a christmas present, just kidding! hehe

[Daniel2000]

don't forget the macro capability of the lens

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/macros/IMG_6988.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/macros/IMG_6287.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/macros/IMG_6738.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/macros/IMG_6237.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh26/Daniel2000/macros/_MG_2055.jpg

[MLphoto]

How would you guys compare this lens to the Canon 55-250mm F/4-5.6 IS ??

I'm interested in this one for being a Macro and the 300mm reach... I think it doesn't have IS? but you need IS only for lower shutter speeds right?

[Daniel2000]

it has no IS
it is needed only for hand held pictures, for lower shutter speed you preferably use a tripod
as to compare it to the 55-250, I never tried it, sorry

[ZoranR]

http://i49.tinypic.com/im2ums.jpg

http://i48.tinypic.com/ozngp.jpg

[Salma]

http://i49.tinypic.com/im2ums.jpg

http://i48.tinypic.com/ozngp.jpg
Aww, these are gorgeous well done :)

Did you add any sharpening or PP?

[ZoranR]

Thanks :)
Did you add any sharpening or PP?

Yes, unsharp mask and clarity

Histogram was already almost perfect

http://i50.tinypic.com/14vir0j.jpg

[MLphoto]

This lens arrived at my door several days ago for $230 Canadian. Love the macro and the zoom is great.

[X-Warrior]

Never thought this thing would work for fireworks, but here we go:

http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/night/100101001.jpg

http://www.dvdpimages.com/images/night/100101002.jpg


Manual focus was required as you'll understand.

[VirtualMen]

http://my-photo.ru/g0/b/720/7209140hMo.jpg

[bigrig]

Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1250)
Aperture: f/8.0
Focal Length: 86 mm
ISO Speed: 400

Also cropped

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2788/4272555294_5b896ee49d_b.jpg


Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/800)
Aperture: f/10.0
Focal Length: 149 mm
ISO Speed: 200

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2662/4271812403_46c88d8ee4_b.jpg

[WilsonC]

Excellent examples! Very well done.


Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1250)
Aperture: f/8.0
Focal Length: 86 mm
ISO Speed: 400

Also cropped

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2788/4272555294_5b896ee49d_b.jpg


Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/800)
Aperture: f/10.0
Focal Length: 149 mm
ISO Speed: 200

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2662/4271812403_46c88d8ee4_b.jpg

[bigrig]

Excellent examples! Very well done.

Thanks! It's a fine lens if you have enough light. :D

[VirtualMen]

http://my-photo.ru/g0/b/721/721697FUC7.jpg

[kitacanon]

Help....
I saw this lens at a pawn shop today...looks clean but when I rotated the zoom barrel I heard a kind of scraping sound from inside as the interior glass slid from front to back...Is this typical?
Thanks for your replies.

[number six]

Help....
I saw this lens at a pawn shop today...looks clean but when I rotated the zoom barrel I heard a kind of scraping sound from inside as the interior glass slid from front to back...Is this typical?
Thanks for your replies.


Nope.

[bigrig]

Help....
I saw this lens at a pawn shop today...looks clean but when I rotated the zoom barrel I heard a kind of scraping sound from inside as the interior glass slid from front to back...Is this typical?
Thanks for your replies.
No!

[stsva]

This was a lucky shot handheld; I normally need a really fast shutter speed at 300mm with this lens to prevent camera movement blur. This is a 100% crop; the EXIF data is intact in the posted image.