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Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras |  | Brand: Sigma
Category: Photography
Buy New: $152.00
as of 9/5/2010 06:48 PDT details
New (5) Used (1) from $139.00
Seller: SuperFinds
Rating:  29 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 4.3
Maximum Focal Length: 300
Minimum Focal Length: 70
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
MPN: B000A0UHXU
Model: B000A0UHXU
UPC: 085126509446
EAN: 0085126509446
ASIN: B000A0UHXU
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Optimized for use with digital SLR cameras | | • | Multi-layer lens coating and lens design reduces flare and ghosting | | • | Minimum focusing distance is 59 inches at all zoom settings | | • | Features 14 lens elements in 10 Groups | | • | High-performance lens ideal for portraits, sports photography, nature photography |
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Sigma 70-300mm f4-5.6 DG Macro Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras features a 1:2 maximum close-up magnification at the 300 millimeter focal length. An excellent cost performance telephoto zoom lens for digital and 35mm SLR cameras, this lens also has a switch for changeover to macro photography at focal lengths between 200 millimeters and 300 millimeters. The minimum focusing distance 59.1 inches at all zoom settings. Optimized for digital photography, the lens features SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass for excellent correction of chromatic aberration.
Product Description
Telephoto zoom lenses with excellent cost performance and optimized for use with digital SLR cameras. Capable of macro photography, this lens has a 1:2 maximum close-up magnification at the 300 mm focal length. It's the ideal high performance lens for portraits, sports photography, nature photography, and other types of photography that frequently use the telephoto range. It also has a switch for changeover to macro photography at focal lengths between 200mm and 300mm with a maximum close-up magnification from 1:2.9 to 1:2. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass in this lens provides excellent correction of chromatic aberration.
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Exactly what I'd expected. May 16, 2010
C. Harms (Chicago)
After having gone through all the reviews on this lens; the good and the bad, I'm glad I got it. I'd sold off my D60 and three of the lenses I had for it (one of them being a basic nikon zoom) to purchase a D90 body only having my 50mm f.18 left. Albeit my favorite and most commonly used lens, it left me feeling a bit limited. So, I got this one and I've gotta say the reviews I'd read previously were pretty accurate. The focus is definitely louder and it does tend to search for a focus point. The macro switch locks up and can take some fiddling to get it back to normal. However, the macro is quite impressive. It can get shaky past 200 especially in low light, but my limit on my old zoom was 200 so it doesn't bother me much. It's definitely heavy, but if you invest in an after market camera strap, you don't really notice. So for me, at the cost, I got my old zoom back plus more macro ability than I had before. Pretty sweet deal.
 A surprisingly good lens for the price. July 14, 2009
L. J. Moskowitz (Skillman, NJ United States)
Every Nikon owner knows the best lenses are made by Nikon, but it isn't always possible to spend over a thousand dollars for one. This 70-300mm lens by Sigma hits a nice price point for a fairly decent lens. I've used it in many different situations - full daylight, concerts at night - and it performs well. At full zoom, you can turn your mediocre seating into front row images, but make sure you have a steady hand. You will get camera shake at full zoom in low light situations unless you're perfectly still.
The macro on this lens is shockingly good. It only works at 200-300mm, which means you have to be a few feet away to use it, but images tend to be very crisp. You'll want to pair the lens with a decent flash, however, if you aren't in full sun.
This Sigma isn't as crisp and pure as a true Nikon lens, but it's a great alternative for the amateur and/or hobbyist.
 Wonderful February 14, 2009
Miranda Burnett (Sacramento, Ca)
I bought this for my Nikon D80. I can't even believe how great the quality is, and for so cheap! I love this macro zoom lens.
I have been able to take stunning photos with this. I'd suggest it to anyone with a Nikon and a few extra bucks.
EDIT.... back when I bought it a few months ago, it was only $70. I see it's double the price now....
Great Bang for the Buck December 6, 2008
Tcat Houser
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Got this baby almost a year ago. Due to the focal length, it is a little heavy (Any lens would be). It took me a little time to get used to flipping to macro. Be prepared to stabilize with 'something' for macro shooting or plan a high shutter speed.
The construction quality is much better than the low end Nikkor's. I'm waiting to see if the 28-70 version comes down in price a bit here at Amazon. When it does, I'll drop the low end Nikkor in the trash and get the Sigma to match this baby.
For most folks, any slight trade-off for the HUGE difference in price makes this a great choice.
It eats light, but it still works great August 1, 2008
D. Regenold
This is one of the best lenses you can buy for the price. The photos are clear and crisp. The only major problems is that it takes a ton of light to get a properly exposed picture, and if you don't have a DSLR that has AF built in it can be a challenge to get the lens to maintain its focus. This is a great lens for the price, just make sure you have a nice flash to get the most out of this lens.
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