Sigma 170-500 mm f/5-6.3 RF APO Lens
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Model: 170-500 mm f/5-6.3 RF APO
Camera Type: 35 mm SLR
Lens Type: Telephoto (65 to 600mm)
MPN: 170-500 f5-6.3 apo
Type of Focus: Autofocus
Lens Brand: Sigma
Product ID: EPID48202375
Description: This great lens combines a 5 lens group zoom system with an aspherical lens element to deliver sharp high contrast images throughout the entire zoom range. Using Sigma's unique apochromatic lens design and three SLD glass elements, the a...
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An inexpensive LOOOOOONG range lens
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19 of 19 people found this review helpful.
I purchased this lens in March of 2007 and have used it EXTENSIVELY. After reading alot of other reviews (all over the internet) I kind of felt that this particular lens was not getting a fair shake, or possibly that I got a great deal on an extra-sharp copy. Whichever is the case, I have to disagree with alot of the bad reviews. My photographs have been sharper then any other lens I have used at the 500mm end including the 50-500mm sigma (bigma), the exceptions are the 500mm and 600mm canon L lenses I rented for a day.
Some things to remember about this lens, it does need alot of light, I rarely take it out on cloudy days.
Use of a tripod, or some other stabilizing device (I use a Brushawk 310D) is important at 500mm.
Lastly, I have used this lens with a Tamron 1.4x converter and it has worked flawlessly (again, it was a bright day).
PROS
* A great range at a GREAT price (running about 400-600.00 here on Ebay)
* Sharp, when used properly.
* Built really strong
* great telephoto adjustment and focus rings.
CONS
* Sealing would be nice, though dust has not hurt any of my shots, I use it enough that eventually it will.
* IS (or sigma's OS) would be really great, but would run the cost over 1000.00 easy.
Overall I would have to say that this is a GREAT lens with great range and for the price it is darned near unbeatable for a semi-pro in need of a long range lens.
Some things to remember about this lens, it does need alot of light, I rarely take it out on cloudy days.
Use of a tripod, or some other stabilizing device (I use a Brushawk 310D) is important at 500mm.
Lastly, I have used this lens with a Tamron 1.4x converter and it has worked flawlessly (again, it was a bright day).
PROS
* A great range at a GREAT price (running about 400-600.00 here on Ebay)
* Sharp, when used properly.
* Built really strong
* great telephoto adjustment and focus rings.
CONS
* Sealing would be nice, though dust has not hurt any of my shots, I use it enough that eventually it will.
* IS (or sigma's OS) would be really great, but would run the cost over 1000.00 easy.
Overall I would have to say that this is a GREAT lens with great range and for the price it is darned near unbeatable for a semi-pro in need of a long range lens.
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Sigma and other long lensesReview created: 06/06/08
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) 2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I just wanted a quick note applicable to all long lenses. The type of film and film speed is important with long lenses. I never use less than 800 speed film and preferably 1600 speed. If you're finding cloudy days and are getting less than clear shots with you longer lenses, up your film speed and see what happens. I think you'll find there's a nice difference.
I shoot for a 7500 acre wilderness park, and I never use less than 1600 speed film. Fugi makes a nice 4th color layer film at 1600 that's pretty good, color or B&W.
So leave the 400 speed at home, and try a faster film. Also, the use of a tripod was excellent advice from the other reviewer. It will make a difference. I also use a remote cord so I don't even have to touch the camera. Mine is cordless, but you can get a corded remote for cheap. Try these along with the good advice from the other eviewer, and I think you'll find a nice improvement in your long lens shots.
I shoot for a 7500 acre wilderness park, and I never use less than 1600 speed film. Fugi makes a nice 4th color layer film at 1600 that's pretty good, color or B&W.
So leave the 400 speed at home, and try a faster film. Also, the use of a tripod was excellent advice from the other reviewer. It will make a difference. I also use a remote cord so I don't even have to touch the camera. Mine is cordless, but you can get a corded remote for cheap. Try these along with the good advice from the other eviewer, and I think you'll find a nice improvement in your long lens shots.
Review ID: 10000000007452217
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Sigma 170-500 mm LensReview created: 03/23/09
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suzyrunning17p8 ( 9 )
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
The lens is a large one, but can be used with or without a monopod. It does excellent outdoor pictures. It is not or is it sold as a pro lens. It is for the person that wants good quality outdoor pictures. The only fault I have with the lens is that while being carried on the camera it will fully extend. This is not a reason to avoid getting one of these lenses.
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Super view at super priceReview created: 06/22/09(updated 06/22/09)
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) If getting close is important, and if image quality is not, then this piece of glass is for you. I needed a 500mm lens to catch amateur baseball players and wanted to get as close as possible. This lens is the bomb! Color is fine, automatic focus is good, articulation, fidelity and dependabilty all rate highly.No it does not give good low light results and w/o vibration reduction it must be used on a tripod or stabilizer of some sort. I am NOT shooting for National Geographic and that's that, but I do have great images of my family at play! Even got a great closeup of Grandson's kindergarten graduation (using Bogen monopod) as he was on stage. For the money and that means also that one must curtai expectations to limitations, this lens delivers far in excess of its cost! If I get to shoot an American Eagle catching a trout and it's soft, I'll blame it on Bernie Madoff, why not!!!!
Review ID: 10000000012479436
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Sigma 170-500mm for EF mountReview created: 05/09/09
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) 0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This is my first look at this lens so it will be basically an overview, will update later once I have played with it for awhile.
Scored this unit here on ebay. Got a great deal considering. The lens will reach out pretty far and clearly. Focusing seems to be fairly decent with out too much lag. Hefty unit, using this w/o a tripod is cumbersome at best. Will update in a few days.
Scored this unit here on ebay. Got a great deal considering. The lens will reach out pretty far and clearly. Focusing seems to be fairly decent with out too much lag. Hefty unit, using this w/o a tripod is cumbersome at best. Will update in a few days.
Review ID: 10000000011958517
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The OTHER BigmaFound this earlier today at a local shop for $400 literally like new (box, case, all warranty cards, literature and both original caps) Not a mark on it. Tested on site with tripod at 500mm F6.3 and 10 second timed shutter release delay and was really disappointed. Changed to mirror lockup, let the vibrations settle down and let the D300 take over and WOW!! Far sharper than my old Nikon 300mm f4 ED AF and it absolutely blows away the Tokina 400mm 5.6 for IQ and sharpness. Proper shooting process and equipment is the key. I cannot understand why this lens is slammed so often.....maybe I just got an extra-sharp copy or maybe people are not taking the time to setup their shots with this lens properly. Used earlier this evening with D300 hand-held with pop-up flash, 500mm, 1/60th shutter speed at F6.3 and the detail is just crystal clear. If you are interested in this range at this price point, take the time to test this lens well and you might be very surprised.....I know I was!!
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review of 170mm-500mm lensReview created: 01/01/09
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1168dunsinanemch ( 1 )
I was looking for an inexpensive larger zoom lens for wildlife photos. The lens is in great shape and only cost me a fraction of the original new price.
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Siga 170-500Review created: 06/06/08
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) Very good product. Maybe the better choice for a begginer with a budget issue. It's not produced any more, but there is a lot of those for sale on ebay and keh.
Review ID: 10000000007458637
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