Sigma 17-50 2.8 EX DC OS

It's not a problem at all for me. And you are correct, the Sigma HSM does not allow FTM.

Well, I'll sit on it for a while... 47thstphoto doesn't have them in stock, and I can buy at Adorama at any time... need to think.

ThePwnyExpress wrote in post #12012385
It's not a problem at all for me. And you are correct, the Sigma HSM does not allow FTM.

Just to be clear, it's Sigma's micro HSM that does not allow FTM (which the 17-50 has). Sigma's ring HSM lenses (e.g., 24-70) do allow FTM.

binlerne wrote in post #12007552
I just wanna thank you as I just did this. I offered $600 and it was declined a few hours later. I put in $629 and it was immediately accepted about 20 seconds later. I should have tried $615. Haha

The other cheapest price I could find was $654 at Abes of Maine using their luxury15 promotion code.

And on the plus side I ordered the lens last night and it's already on its way. But no tracking number..so now I don't know when it will be here??? Ohhh the anticipation!

Haha, took your advice and tried $615.... approved!

JLateralus wrote in post #12018517
Haha, took your advice and tried $615.... approved!

Congrats! Someone try $610 now.

I'm actually pretty proud of this shot!

IMAGE LINK: http://www.flickr.com/​photos/shehzadq/552812​8492/

shezbot wrote in post #12021625
I'm actually pretty proud of this shot!

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Tico Air Fest 2011 - 0503 by shehzadq, on Flickr

Great shot!

shezbot wrote in post #12021625
I'm actually pretty proud of this shot!

IMAGE LINK: http://www.flickr.com/​photos/shehzadq/552812​8492/
Tico Air Fest 2011 - 0503 by shehzadq, on Flickr

Well , You Should great shot !

Keep them coming guys , i'm seriously considering it to upgrade my Kit lens , the only thing that worries me , is the need for calibration , because i live in Canada and will be buying it from B&H ! but i'll guess i'll pull the trigger anyway in a couple of weeks .

Mitch.A wrote in post #12022167
Keep them coming guys , i'm seriously considering it to upgrade my Kit lens , the only thing that worries me , is the need for calibration , because i live in Canada and will be buying it from B&H ! but i'll guess i'll pull the trigger anyway in a couple of weeks .

Have you considered purchasing it here in Canada? You can get it for about $50 more thank from B&H final price w/ tax + shipping, but you'll be getting the 10 Canadian warranty instead of the 1 year you'll only get on the imported lens.

Aden Camera in Toronto has it for $735: http://www.adencamera.​com/prod-overview.asp?ProdID=33​71

You can buy it from them, or get Henry's or a local store to price match it.

Another alternative is to say order from Beach Camera http://www.beachcamera​.com …oduct.aspx?sku=​SG1750SEOS with coupon code BEACHREWARDS30. This will cut the price down to $639. The shipping is free and because it's located in NJ, there is no tax if you ship it to NY. You can ship this package to a mailbox service near the border and pick it up yourself from there.

B&H and 47streetphoto will tax you @ 8.8% I believe.

One more from the air show. I had a friend tell me this looked 'shopped

IMAGE LINK: http://www.flickr.com/​photos/shehzadq/552753​9323/

Have you considered purchasing it here in Canada? You can get it for about $50 more thank from B&H final price w/ tax + shipping, but you'll be getting the 10 Canadian warranty instead of the 1 year you'll only get on the imported lens.

Aden Camera in Toronto has it for $735: http://www.adencamera.​com/prod-overview.asp?ProdID=33​71

You can buy it from them, or get Henry's or a local store to price match it.

yes , considering it , i'm not buying before 6-8 weeks , i'm not sure if the price will stay this cheap locally , if it's , i guess i'll go with it ! 10 years warranty is amazing ! Thnx for your help

Another alternative is to say order from Beach Camera http://www.beachcamera​.com/shop/prod...sku=S​G1750SEOS with coupon code BEACHREWARDS30. This will cut the price down to $639. The shipping is free and because it's located in NJ, there is no tax if you ship it to NY. You can ship this package to a mailbox service near the border and pick it up yourself from there.

B&H and 47streetphoto will tax you @ 8.8% I believe.

thanks for the info , unfortunately i don't own a car , but i might know someone who's coming from the US soon ! hopefully the code will be valid then .

Thanks again guys .

check out my ferret

Iso 100 1/250 F4 @50mm
http://www.shootograph​y.com …ds/2011/03/IMG_​0252-2.jpg

Iso 100 1/250 F3.5 @50mm
http://www.shootograph​y.com …oads/2011/03/IM​G_0247.jpg

Well I finally bit the bullet and ordered one of these. I can't wait. I hope that I dont come across any issues to make me regret it (past up a 2nd hand canon 17-55 for the same price just last week).

Anyways, hopefully be delivered early next week! Can't wait!

Here's a little test I did just a few moments ago. Sigma 17-50 vs. 50mm f1.8 (Canon).

Sigma @ 45mm. Both lenses @ f5.6, both shot @ ISO 100. Photo's taken on a tripod, remote shutter release, Live View w/ maximum magnification for AF lock.

Sigma Full Image (Click for various sizes up to 100%)

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