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Sigma 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 EX OS APO RF Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras |  | Brand: Sigma
Category: Photography
List Price: $1,360.00
Buy Used: $800.00
as of 9/5/2010 07:14 PDT details
You Save: $560.00 (41%)
Used (2) from $800.00
Seller: xbsa662
Rating:  4 reviews
Media: Electronics
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 5
Maximum Focal Length: 400
Minimum Focal Length: 80
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.9
Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 7.1 x 7
MPN: B000CD6B80
Model: B000CD6B80
UPC: 085126726553
EAN: 0085126726553
ASIN: B000CD6B80
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Fixed F4 aperture throughout the entire zoom range | | • | Ideal for digital and 35mm SLR cameras | | • | Features SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements for superior correction of chromatic aberration | | • | Capable of full-time manual focus |
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Product Description
The new multi layer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghost, which is a common problem with digital cameras and also creates an optimum color balance through the entire zoom range. Two types of camera-shake compensation modes to handle all types of shooting conditions. In Mode 1, the system detects and compensates for vertical and horizontal movement of the camera for ideal still-image photography. In Mode 2, the system detects and compensates for vertical movement of the camera for motor sports and other situations where panning may be desired. OS system can be used with Nikon cameras, which are compatible with image blurring compensation mechanism. This lens has two SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements in the front lens group and one in the rear lens group for correction of chromatic aberration throughout the entire zoom range. The rear focus eliminates the need for the front of the lens to rotate, thus allowing the use of circular polarizing filter. A zoom lock switch is built in to prevent the lens from extending due to its own weight, and the lens is easier to use. 9 Diaphragm Blades Minimum Aperture F32 Minimum Focusing Distance - 180cm (70.9 inches) Maximum Magnification - 1 - 5 Filter Size - Diameter 77mm Dimensions - Diameter 95mm x Length 192mm, 3.7 x 7.6 inches Weight - 1750 grams (61.9 ounces)
Amazon.com Product Description
The Sigma APO 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG OS Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras is a telephoto zoom lens with an F4 aperture throughout the entire zoom range. It also has performance features that are perfect for digital and 35mm SLR cameras. Two SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements are used in the front lens group and two in the rear lens group for superior correction of chromatic aberration. Because its length does not change during focusing or zooming, the lens is easy to hold and use. The Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) makes fast AF speeds and quiet shooting a reality, and it is also capable of full-time manual focus.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Sigma 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 EX OS APO RF Telephoto Zoom lens, Nikon mount April 11, 2008
Ted Kanemitsu
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am very excited about this product. Originally, I was planning of getting the Nikon 80-400 AF DX zoom lens. But after reading reveiws on the internet and talking to my brother who bought one a couple of months earlier. I decided on the Sigma. I was more than willing to pay the $1199. asking price from B&H Photo (OneWay Photo wanted $2999), but I found it on Amazon through PhotoWorld for $899. The lens performed as promised, and would recomend this high quality lens to anyone in the market for a top quality super zoom. Aloha, Ted.
Great for capturing nature and moving subjects July 30, 2007
ed (fl)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I was really impressed while hand holding I was able to get every photo taken quickly of jumping horses. I also had the same success with tracking flying birds ( cranes, other water birds) . All the images were sharp at the widest f stops. It is an amazing lens, the OS is great- no need for a tripod. I also got some great flower photos. I highly recomend the innovative lens.
I think it is a fine lens. Possibly better than Nikon's version July 30, 2006
Joe S.
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
I disagree with the below user's review. He could of possibly gotten a bad one. I agree that out of the box the rings are a bit stiff but with time and use they became much smoother.
Also, this lens does not have Sigma's HSM motor but it DOES have a focusing motor which the Nikon 80-400 VR does not. Thusly it focuses a tad faster.
It took me a little while to get used to using this lens. At first most of my pictures would not come out as good as I would like them to. Lots of them were very blurry. As time went by and I improved my technique, my pictures are getting better and better. Many pictures are starting to come out excellently. They make you say - "Wow! Look at the color". I believe this to be true for the Nikon 80-400 VR also.
This lens is a bit heavier than the Nikon however, it was still designed to be hand-held (thusly the OS). It is also several hundred dollars cheaper.
 Get the Nikon lens instead of the Sigma. June 22, 2006
R. M. W. (FPO, AE United States)
19 out of 23 found this review helpful
I have had my Sigma 80-400mm for about 6 weeks now. On the surface the Sigma 80-400mm lens looks like a great bargin over the more expensive Nikon version (a few hundred bucks cheaper). However, after having used both the Sigma and Nikon versions there are differences in other areas besides the price.
Goods:
- The Optics are fine on this Sigma lens. You get an 80-400mm lens. If you like to get close to a subject then the lens does the job.
Others:
- The Vibration Reduction works pretty good on this lens. It will facilitate better pictures if you are taking pictures with out a tripod or if you are not using a remote shutter release. However, I have also used the Nikon lense and it's Optical Stabilization system is better.
- The Sigma VR tends to drift over time as you hold the shutter release (even when you are using a tripod).
Bads:
- When using the adjustment rings for the zoom and manual focus I was not satisfied. Unlike the smooth movement on the Nikon lens the Sigma tends to stick as you adjust (to me this is the mark of inferior craftmanship). This is the primary reason that I will stick to Nikon Nikor lenses from now on.
- I am not impressed with the clarity of the lens as well however some of this may be atmospherics during the times that I have used this lens.
Bottom Line: You get what you pay for. If you can afford it, stick with the Nikon 80-400mm lens. If you can't afford it, save your money until you can purchase the Nikon. Trust me you will be 100% satisfied in the end.
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