Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

This is a great lens but not as good as the Nikon 70-200 VR. I miss the VR for long shots. Shooting at 200mm makes any movement or shakes pronounced. Even shooting at 1/500, sometimes will produced motion blur so be sure to have a stead hand or monopod. Bokeh is BEAUTIFUL! Nice round blurred background and very sharp subject when you get it right. Its not the fastest focus but it can keep up with a 3 year old running with a ball. Great bang for the buck, until you save enough to get a better one.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

I'm still getting to know this lens but so far I'm very impressed. Very fast, dead-silent AF on my Nikon D300. Great option if you don't require VR.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

this lens works well with my flash and outdoors not so good without a flash when indoors..

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Having only used this lens once I am already in love with it! I had originally purchased a different one and returned it as it felt 'flimsy' to me ... this guy is built solid and and surprisingly easy to control without a tripod. The fotos taken, while admittedly I have a lot to learn, are quite breath-taking (if I say so myself) ... I am a macro-addict and this lens certainly meets my expectations.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Great Lens.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

I've shot with the Tamron 70-200mm f2.8, Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 VR both previous and the latest generation VR II, and this Sigma 70-200MM f2.8 HSM II on my Nikon D300. The Nikon latest generation was the best, but I just couldn't justify the price (over two grand) and weight. The Tamron is heavy and slow to focus. The Sigma's HSM is quiet and pretty quick. Optically, the Sigma matches the previous generation Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 in non-VR mode. I also discovered that there's NO loss of quality using the Sigma 1.4x APO converter (just one stop of light.) This great deal for the price and highly recommended.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Great for wakeboarding

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Good lens with the option to have a quiet decent maximim aperture of 2.8.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Just got this a week ago. Use it on a Nikon D60. Replaced my kit lens. I used it at indoor soccer and basketball games. I got pictures that I could never get with my kit lens. 2.8 is great. So far, better than I had expected

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Sweet rig. I run a D5000 (odd combo I know)and it doesn't get much better. AF is quick, as good an a 70-200 2.8L in good light on a 40D, In low light, It slows quite a bit although when I ran it on a D300 it improved drastically. I use it primarily for news photgraphy, which is everything under the sun that can be phototgraphed and have found only 1 flaw, which is common with almost all lenses I've used, It will not focus when pointed at something with little or no contats.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

I use this product for Waterfalls and Wildlife photography. This lens focuses very fast, and sharp. The only draw back so far is no image stabiliation, but this is not that big of a deal because I use a tripod most of the time. Also it's heavy.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

This is a really great lens for all kinds of photos. It really shines when you need to get this up close from afar. Very sharp. Love the F2.8

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

High school football games and high school band indoor concerts.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

This lens is more than what I expected. It focuses fast and it is built very well. The Picture quality is excellent. I use this lens along with the 1.4TC to photograph my daughters soccer games. I choose the Sigma 70-200 because I couldn't justify the expense of the Nikon 70-200 VR. So far I am happy with my choice.

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

Don't even look at the price just BUY this lens! I'm studying under a pro wedding photog and when she let me use this lens I got my favorite pics from the entire wedding! It works great for low light and is awesome for candids, it gives you the distance to catch people being themselves. And even shooting from a distance the f stop is 2.8 raked out so you still keep the amazing bokeh the whole time! This lens is a must have and everyone who is serious into photography that I talk to has this lens, it's a must for all camera bags, so stop reading this review and buy it already!

Comments about Sigma Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG Macro HSM II Auto Focus Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon AF-D:

This lens has done very well. I have owned it now for around 8 months. It does not have any OS or VR and that does hurt as you will need to carry a tripod at times. This lens is heavy, so if you think you can hold it steady at 200mm think again. The 2.8 stop is wonderful making it work great in low light. Sports and area shots are awesome.

I use it on my D80 and its work horse. The only downside is weight. You will know its there after a few hours of walking around with it.