Sigma 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG OS (Optical Stabilizer) APO IF Tele Zoom Lens with Hood for Canon EOS.
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Sigma 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG OS (Optical Stabilizer) APO IF Tele Zoom Lens with Hood for Canon EOS.

SKU: SG80400EOS

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2008-03-03T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Two thumbs up, better than anticipated

Lens is far better than I expected thanks in part to a few negative reviews I read. Sigma may not have the QC of some companies so if it doesn't take sharp photos then maybe you should exchange for another. My copy is very sharp through 300, losing a little at 400 but still very good. The OS is fabulous. True focus can be a bit slow, HSM would be a welcomed addition but without, still a great buy. I am very impressed. As far as weight, I would rather it feel like this than cheap and flimsy. EX finish is pro grade. Recommended.

Donald J.

2007-11-07T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

A bit disappointing

Very slow focus. Hunts in low light probably due to it's small max aperture. Mediocre to poor "sharpness". OS eats batteries like crazy. They should at least have put HSM on this lens. This is a mediocre-at-best, slow, heavy lens. A definite underperformer in my opinion.

John

2007-02-18T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good Optics, Strain on the arms

This lens is a great lens for nature or sports. It's optics are supurb and on Par with the canon 100-400. The only way I found myself useing this lens was when it was mounted on a monopod, such as at a sporting event. This lens is just way too heavy to travel with or to take it on a causual photo outing. The construction is excellent although not quite as durable as the L series because the outers shell can scratch quite easily. I would strongly recommend this lens for somebody who is looking for an alternative to the canon 100-400, who wants excellent sharpness, and who is going to be useing a tripod or monopod.

Joephoto

2007-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Good price, a bit soft

Sharpness on par with my Canon 100-300 f3.5-5.6 which was a lot less money and a much lighter weight. Not even close to Canon 100-400 L lens.

Tom

About Sigma 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG OS (Optical Stabilizer) APO IF Tele Zoom Lens with Hood for Canon EOS.

Optical Stabilizer (OS) function, developed with Sigma's own technology, compensated for shaking of the camera
Using Sigma's original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function, two types of sensors inside the lens detect vertical and horizontal movement of the camera.

New coating reduces Ghost and Flare.
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; ideal for still-image photography.And in Mode 2, the system detects and compensates for vertical movement of the camera; ideal for motor sports and other situations where panning may be desired.
*OS system can be used with Nikon cameras, which are only compatible with image blurring compensation mechanism. It can be used withfollowing cameras. F6 and F100, F80/N80 series - F65/U, F75/U2, D2H, and D1 series, D100, D70 and Fuji Film FinePix S2 Pro.OS mechanism cannot be used with other camera models.In addition, OS mechanism and Auto Focus operation of this lens do not work with F5 cameras.

SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass
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.

Rear focus and zoom lock switch
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.

Optional APO Tele-Converter EX
It is also possible to use this lens with Sigma 1.4x EX and 2x EX APO Tele-Converter to make ultra tele-zoom. With the optional APO tele-converter 1.4x EX, it works as a manual focus tele-zoom lens from 112mm to 560mm F6.3-8. With APO tele-converter 2.0x EX, it works as a manual focus tele-zoom lens from 160mm to 800mm F9-11

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What's in the box:

  • Lens Hood
  • Front & Rear Lens Caps
  • Pouch Case
  • 4-Year USA Warranty
  • 1-Year International Warranty