Buy Sigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR CamerasSigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR Cameras Product Description:
- Compact, high-performance zoom lens
- Aspherical lens element corrects distortion
- Minimum focusing distance of 50 centimeters
- Focal length from 28 to 300 millimeters
- Corresponding AF mounts: Canon SLR cameras
Product Description
The AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 MACRO lens covers all the focal lengths from 28mm wide angle to 300mm telephoto with 10.7:1 high zoom ratio as well as macro capability. This lens packs a lot of performance in a compact package with ultra compact dimensions (Diameter 74mm and Length of 86mm) that make it the ultimate traveling companion. Its the ideal lens all types of photography and optimized for digital SLR cameras. The new multi layer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghost. SLD Glass elements and Aspherical Lenses in both front and rear lens groups provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations and distortion. The 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 DG MACRO lens has a minimum focusing distance of 19.7 at all focal lengths and is equipped with a macro mechanism for close-up photography at 300mm telephoto, allowing a reproduction ratio of 1:3. An Inner Focusing System is designed to allow for stability and compactness in design as changes in focus are made in an internal lens grouping. This also gives the advantage of a non-rotating front lens assembly, which is ideal for using a circular polarizing filter and Petal-type hood. The lens is equipped with a zoom lock to prevent the lens from zoom creep due to its own weight.
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful.
Perfect economical lens.
By D. P. Murray
I have had this lens twice. I am a semi-pro photographer that doesn't have $1000 to spend on a lens. So after much research I went with the sigma. The first one I had worked flawlessly, but I broke it... re-ordered it and I still have my second one. I've had it for about 2 years. over 5,000 pictures or more and I can't tell the difference between it and a Canon L lens I use from work. I will say the ONLY con of this lens is that it is not built as well as the Canon L lens and the zooming isn't as smooth... but.. I don't plan on changing over any time soon. I am looking for the image quality and relatively sturdy lens. Sigma pulls this off great. Other than a little bit of a stiff zoom the lens is perfect. image quality as I said is just as good as the Canon L series, trust me I know. I have taken over 40,000 pictures. There isn't any difference.. and if there is it isn't worth double the price for a canon L series. Sigma is awesome. keep it up.
20 of 22 people found the following review helpful.Sigma 28-300 DG Macro Lens
By James Stewart
Overall a good lens, Focus a little soft at 300mm. The Bokeh is OK. Canon Dig Reb XT auto focus sometimes oversearches. Zoom control is stiff. However, the focal range is great. This is a good walk around lens. I use it 100% now. The F 3.5 allows the chance of precious light at short focal lengths. A very good value for the money.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful.
Good lens for a good price.
By Graham Stevens
I purchase this lens for the Digital Rebel XT body I also purchased through Amazon. So far the lens has performed as expected. It is solid and well built. Sticks slightly, when zooming through 200mm. Images are crisp and focus is sharp. Working at 300mm can be a challenge without using a mono or tripod. Shooting a bird in flight at 300mm is a trick.Overall, good lens for $200. If you have more money, then a lens with Image Stabilization (IS) would be the way to go.
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