Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM - Bugma

ProfDave · 15th of February 2006 (Wed)

Anyone got it with examples? I am trying to decide between this one and the 105mm one (with the 1.6 factor things get wacky though!).

Appreciate it.

Cheers.

Jon · 15th of February 2006 (Wed)

Go for the 150. I don't believe there's a noticeable difference in IQ among any of the macros from Canon, Sigma and Tamron, but the 150 will give you a better working distance for macro subjects, which means fewer spooked subjects if they're live.

sporff · 15th of February 2006 (Wed)

150mm is a great lens.

GeForceFX · 11th of May 2006 (Thu)

this topic is in the -=Lens Sample Images Archive=- and there are only a few pics atm.

lets change that

GeForceFX · 11th of May 2006 (Thu)

more:

LightRules · 11th of May 2006 (Thu)

Lovely shots. I assume all with an external flash (or ring lite) and diffuser?

malla1962 · 11th of May 2006 (Thu)

Quote:

Originally Posted by shinchan

Sigma 150mm is the best Macro lens from Sigma.

here is the sample

Nice shots.

GeForceFX · 11th of May 2006 (Thu)

Quote:

Originally Posted by fStopJojo

Lovely shots. I assume all with an external flash (or ring lite) and diffuser?

nope, just the 20D, the lens, the sun and the bug

LightRules · 11th of May 2006 (Thu)

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeForceFX

nope, just the 20D, the lens, the sun and the bug

Hmmm...impressive, very impressive. Nice work once again.

forsakenme720 · 12th of May 2006 (Fri)

How easily can the 150 be handheld? I think that should be a factor when deciding. The 105 and 100 are easily handholdable.

KevC · 26th of July 2006 (Wed)

I am seriously considering picking up this lens. Surprisingly, macro isn't the main reason I want it, though it is a pretty big reason.

I don't have a true macro, and it's annoying setting up my 70-300APO to shoot macros at 200mm. That's all I really use the 70-300APO for, I can get rid of that if I get the 150. I'm sure the 150 cropped is way sharper than the 70-300 at 150-300mm cropped anyway.

There are a ton of macro pics in the macro forum, but these 1:1 "only" macro lenses (not the MP-E or whatever it is) can also do portraits.

There's also the HSM motor and focus limiter, I do hope this lens is much faster than anything I have. I've never experienced USM or HSM, and though Macros aren't really that fast, I'm sure a Macro with HSM should be *significantly* faster than a lens without.

Can you please post portraits and sports shots with your Sigma 150mm Macro?

I hope this lens will be extremely versitile. HSM for action. 150/2.8 for razor thin DOF portraits, and macro for... macro.

KevNJ · 26th of July 2006 (Wed)

I dont know maybe its me, But I have the Sigma 150, and Canon 100. And I find I take better pictures with my Canon 100. Theres a learning curve with macro, for sure, but I find I have to almost relearn with the Sigma 150 each time I use it. Maybe cause its heavier, or cause Im so used to the Canon100 that Im not totally comfortable with the Sigma150. You may be used to it ( weight )because your using the 70-300. I dont have pictures cause Im at work right now, Ill see if I remember to post them when I get home.

KevC · 26th of July 2006 (Wed)

Thanks KevNjJ. (Isn't Kev such an *awesome* name?)

I'm not too worried about shooting macros with the macro lens. I'm sure it does fine. I'm more interested in action and portrait shots with this lens.

BTW: The 70-300 is ridiculously light, the 150 should be far heavier. =)

05Xrunner · 26th of July 2006 (Wed)

I just got my 150 last week and I love it..For some reason it doesnt feel as heavy as my 70-200 f4L wich is only 1.5lb and the sigma is 2lb
The lens quality is TOP notch build..just as good as my L..I love the feel of it. Plus the fact it has a non rotating front and non extending was a big plus for me as well.
True macro is HARD...with 150mm and the working distance is like a razors edge..the slightest movement and your out of focus. The HSM on it is fast if it can tell there is alot of contrast and it will zip in. But generally the focus is slow because its a macro and the range of focus is HUGE..the 3 limiters help but its still not how a normal lens with HSM or USM would react. It is totaly silent though. Here are a few pics I took with it at the zoo.
The monkeys where in real real low light and behind very dirty glass

Broncosaurus · 26th of July 2006 (Wed)

This is as close as I have to a sports pic. Shot at maybe 75 -100yds, and then a 100% crop. After looking at this one, I knew right away that longer glass was in the cards for me.
The weight, fit, & finish of the EX 150 Macro makes the 70-300 APO feel like a Cracker Jacks toy. It's not uncomfortably heavy, it feels very solid.

15th of February 2006 (Wed)	#1
ProfDave User is banned from forums Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Midwest Posts: 38	Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM - Bugma Anyone got it with examples? I am trying to decide between this one and the 105mm one (with the 1.6 factor things get wacky though!). Appreciate it. Cheers.

15th of February 2006 (Wed)	#2
Jon Moderator Cocker Spaniel Mod Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Kensington, MD USA Posts: 65,111	Re: Sigma Telephoto 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM Autofocus Go for the 150. I don't believe there's a noticeable difference in IQ among any of the macros from Canon, Sigma and Tamron, but the 150 will give you a better working distance for macro subjects, which means fewer spooked subjects if they're live. __________________ Jon ---------- EOS, Powershot and Domke - it doesn't get any better than this! T90 and stuff \| F-1n, New F-1, FTb and more stuff out on loan Cocker Spaniels Maryland and Virginia activities *DC Cherry Blossoms* Image Posting Rules and Image Posting FAQ Report SPAM, Don't Answer It! (link) PERSONAL MESSAGING REGARDING SELLING OR BUYING ITEMS WITH MEMBERS WHO HAVE NO POSTS IN FORUMS AND/OR WHO YOU DO NOT KNOW FROM FORUMS IS HEREBY DECLARED STRICTLY STUPID AND YOU WILL GET BURNED.

11th of May 2006 (Thu)	#4
GeForceFX Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: belgium Posts: 528 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Sigma Telephoto 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM Autofocus this topic is in the -=Lens Sample Images Archive=- and there are only a few pics atm. lets change that __________________ Forgive me for my sucky English, but it's probable better than your dutch 1DmkIII / 500D / 20D / 2 x POTN strap / speedlite 580EX EF-S 10-22 / EF 17-40 L / EF 100-400 L / EF 24-105 L / EF 50 F1.8 II / sigma 150mm F2.8 macro manfrotto monopod and tripod and some heads / photoshop CS4 / lightroom 2.4 / WACOM Intuos3 A5 / Canon MP600R my gallery

11th of May 2006 (Thu)	#5
GeForceFX Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: belgium Posts: 528 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Sigma Telephoto 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM Autofocus more: __________________ Forgive me for my sucky English, but it's probable better than your dutch 1DmkIII / 500D / 20D / 2 x POTN strap / speedlite 580EX EF-S 10-22 / EF 17-40 L / EF 100-400 L / EF 24-105 L / EF 50 F1.8 II / sigma 150mm F2.8 macro manfrotto monopod and tripod and some heads / photoshop CS4 / lightroom 2.4 / WACOM Intuos3 A5 / Canon MP600R my gallery

11th of May 2006 (Thu)	#6
LightRules "flat out embarrassing" Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 9,895	Re: Sigma Telephoto 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM Autofocus Lovely shots. I assume all with an external flash (or ring lite) and diffuser?

12th of May 2006 (Fri)	#10
forsakenme720 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 910 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Sigma Telephoto 150mm f/2.8 EX APO Macro EX DG HSM Autofocus How easily can the 150 be handheld? I think that should be a factor when deciding. The 105 and 100 are easily handholdable. __________________ Cameras: Canon 20D, Canon Rebel XT (converted to infrared) Lenses: Canon 17-40mm f4L; Tamron 28-75mm f2.8; Canon 10-22mm f3.5-4.5; Canon 70-300mm f4-5.6 IS Sigma 105mm f2.8 macro; Canon 85mm f1.8

26th of July 2006 (Wed)	#11
KevC Goldmember Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: to Posts: 3,154 IMAGE EDITING OK	Sigma 150mm f/2.8 Macro (please post pics and opinions) I am seriously considering picking up this lens. Surprisingly, macro isn't the main reason I want it, though it is a pretty big reason. I don't have a true macro, and it's annoying setting up my 70-300APO to shoot macros at 200mm. That's all I really use the 70-300APO for, I can get rid of that if I get the 150. I'm sure the 150 cropped is way sharper than the 70-300 at 150-300mm cropped anyway. There are a ton of macro pics in the macro forum, but these 1:1 "only" macro lenses (not the MP-E or whatever it is) can also do portraits. There's also the HSM motor and focus limiter, I do hope this lens is much faster than anything I have. I've never experienced USM or HSM, and though Macros aren't really that fast, I'm sure a Macro with HSM should be significantly faster than a lens without. Can you please post portraits and sports shots with your Sigma 150mm Macro? I hope this lens will be extremely versitile. HSM for action. 150/2.8 for razor thin DOF portraits, and macro for... macro. __________________ Too much gear... take nothing but pictures .... kill nothing but time .... leave nothing but footprints

26th of July 2006 (Wed)	#12
KevNJ Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NJ-USA Posts: 366	Re: Sigma 150mm f/2.8 Macro (please post pics and opinions) I dont know maybe its me, But I have the Sigma 150, and Canon 100. And I find I take better pictures with my Canon 100. Theres a learning curve with macro, for sure, but I find I have to almost relearn with the Sigma 150 each time I use it. Maybe cause its heavier, or cause Im so used to the Canon100 that Im not totally comfortable with the Sigma150. You may be used to it ( weight )because your using the 70-300. I dont have pictures cause Im at work right now, Ill see if I remember to post them when I get home. __________________ Kevin Thinking of getting a new gear, not sure if it's the right choice ? www.RentCameraGear.com

26th of July 2006 (Wed)	#14
05Xrunner Goldmember, Flipflopper. Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 4,431	Re: Sigma 150mm f/2.8 Macro (please post pics and opinions) I just got my 150 last week and I love it..For some reason it doesnt feel as heavy as my 70-200 f4L wich is only 1.5lb and the sigma is 2lb The lens quality is TOP notch build..just as good as my L..I love the feel of it. Plus the fact it has a non rotating front and non extending was a big plus for me as well. True macro is HARD...with 150mm and the working distance is like a razors edge..the slightest movement and your out of focus. The HSM on it is fast if it can tell there is alot of contrast and it will zip in. But generally the focus is slow because its a macro and the range of focus is HUGE..the 3 limiters help but its still not how a normal lens with HSM or USM would react. It is totaly silent though. Here are a few pics I took with it at the zoo. The monkeys where in real real low light and behind very dirty glass __________________ My gear Canon 7D\|Sigma 30 1.4 EX\|Canon 17-55 IS\|Canon 85 1.8\|Canon 135L\|Canon 100-400L\|Canon 430exII Speedlight

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