Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM - Page 14

MT Stringer · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

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Is it fast/accurate enough for sports like soccer, football, hockey, etc?

I've shot over 20K pics with this lens on 4 different bodies - 20D, 30D, 40D and 1D MK III
Hope this helps.
Mike

Here's a couple of action shots with a 20D and the 120-300.

Same lens with 40D @ f/3.2

Out at First!
1D MK III w/ 120-300 @ f/3.2

Reevo · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

great shots.
i think you've already convinced me to get it. can't wait!

DDCSD · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

Anyone know if the 70-200 f/2.8tripod collar works for this lens? I see that it now comes with a more expensive collar. My used one came without the tripod collar, and I'm wondering if it is really worth spending the extra money for the good collar or if the one for the 70-200 will be good.

Travis F · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

You are definetly going to want the new collar. The original was way too small for this lens IMO. It's just too heavy for it. Plus it adds a little height between the lens and collar foot so you can get your hand in there to work the zoom a little easier from the bottom.

Hope it helps,
Travis

Travis F · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

Ooops, forgot to say that yes, it will work, I think. Never had the smaller one but I have read that they were same.

Travis

DDCSD · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

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Originally Posted by Travis F

You are definetly going to want the new collar. The original was way too small for this lens IMO. It's just too heavy for it. Plus it adds a little height between the lens and collar foot so you can get your hand in there to work the zoom a little easier from the bottom.

Hope it helps,
Travis

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Originally Posted by Travis F

Ooops, forgot to say that yes, it will work, I think. Never had the smaller one but I have read that they were same.

Travis

Thanks for the input Travis. I might just have to suck it up and get the better one. I was hoping to get by on the cheap, but I think you're probably right.

I thought the lens would be bigger, but it certainly has some weight to is. Feels like a gold brick.

MT Stringer · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

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I'm wondering if it is really worth spending the extra money for the good collar or if the one for the 70-200 will be good

@DDCSD - The answer to your question is NO, It won't fit. Unless I misread your post about the 70-200. I just tried to fit the tripod mount from the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 on the Siggy. It's too large and won't tighten down to where you can use it!

Hope this helps.
Mike

DDCSD · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

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Originally Posted by MT Stringer

@DDCSD - The answer to your question is NO, It won't fit. Unless I misread your post about the 70-200. I just tried to fit the tripod mount from the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 on the Siggy. It's too large and won't tighten down to where you can use it!

Hope this helps.
Mike

Mike, I'm talking about the Siggy 70-200 f/2.8's tripod collar. I already tried my Canon 70-200 f/2.8 one.

MT Stringer · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

Sorry 'bout that.

DDCSD · 6th of August 2009 (Thu)

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Originally Posted by MT Stringer

Sorry 'bout that.

Not a problem at all. I tend to ramble irrationaly.

GSH · 7th of August 2009 (Fri)

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Originally Posted by MT Stringer

@DDCSD - The answer to your question is NO, It won't fit. Unless I misread your post about the 70-200. I just tried to fit the tripod mount from the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 on the Siggy. It's too large and won't tighten down to where you can use it!

The Sigma 70-200 tripod collar is exactly the same as the older 120-300 collar though

DDCSD · 7th of August 2009 (Fri)

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Originally Posted by GSH

The Sigma 70-200 tripod collar is exactly the same as the older 120-300 collar though

Thanks for the definitive answer!

adsayer · 13th of August 2009 (Thu)

hi chaps, I've just bought a 120-300 after craving one for a looooong time. I've taken a few shots (ducks), but can't wait to test the lens in anger.

Cheers!

DDCSD · 29th of August 2009 (Sat)

Has anyone here that has the NON-DG (older) model ever had their lens calibrated by Sigma?

Travis F · 29th of August 2009 (Sat)

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Originally Posted by DDCSD

Has anyone here that has the NON-DG (older) model ever had their lens calibrated by Sigma?

I had mine calibrated to correct a back focus issue I was having. Anything in particular you need to know?

Here's a link to my experience with Sigma service, hope it helps:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...nt+focus+Sigma

Travis

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DDCSD GIVIN' GOOD KARMA Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Dakota Posts: 13,313 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Anyone know if the 70-200 f/2.8tripod collar works for this lens? I see that it now comes with a more expensive collar. My used one came without the tripod collar, and I'm wondering if it is really worth spending the extra money for the good collar or if the one for the 70-200 will be good. __________________ Derek Bucketman Karma Fund POTN FF L2 MadTown Birds Full Gear List & Feedback

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Travis F Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,180	Re: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM You are definetly going to want the new collar. The original was way too small for this lens IMO. It's just too heavy for it. Plus it adds a little height between the lens and collar foot so you can get your hand in there to work the zoom a little easier from the bottom. Hope it helps, Travis __________________ _____________________________________________ Gear List

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Travis F Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,180	Re: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Ooops, forgot to say that yes, it will work, I think. Never had the smaller one but I have read that they were same. Travis __________________ _____________________________________________ Gear List

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MT Stringer Goldmember Join Date: May 2006 Location: Channelview, Tx Posts: 4,598 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Sorry 'bout that. __________________ MaxPreps Profile My Gear List

13th of August 2009 (Thu)	#208
adsayer Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: North Yorkshire/Surrey, UK Posts: 636	Re: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM hi chaps, I've just bought a 120-300 after craving one for a looooong time. I've taken a few shots (ducks), but can't wait to test the lens in anger. Cheers! __________________ Takin' pictures n s**t, yo.

29th of August 2009 (Sat)	#209
DDCSD GIVIN' GOOD KARMA Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Dakota Posts: 13,313 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Has anyone here that has the NON-DG (older) model ever had their lens calibrated by Sigma? __________________ Derek Bucketman Karma Fund POTN FF L2 MadTown Birds Full Gear List & Feedback

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