Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 APO DG (Motorized) Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon BIM Cameras - USA Warranty

2014-07-21T21:00:00

I mainly use this to shoot local birds and small critters with the use of the macro/telephoto function. This lens is very sharp. It's actually sharper than my kit 18-55mm lens that came on my D3100. The lens is a little soft at 4-5.6, but gets really sharp at f8. The lens has some weight to it and it feels pretty solid. The macro function works between 200-300mm and still produces sharp results! I am extremely happy with this lens. So sharpness, contrast, and its macro function are all positive. It's a very good lens. Now, the only thing that I am not too fond of is the focusing time. If you're using auto focus, the motor takes awhile to focus, but it gets the job done. The motor itself is a little loud. Other than that, it's a really good lens for its price and I highly recommend it to others looking for a great telephoto/macro lens at a bargain price.

JIMMIE S.

2014-03-03T19:00:00

This is fantastic value for an entry level zoom lens. I use it on my Nikon D3100. Yes, the auto focus is a little slow, and it is a bit noisy however I can not be happier with this purchase. I wanted a telephoto lense, since I only have the 18-55mm kit lens the D3100 came with. After reading review after review, I pulled the trigger on this one, and happy that I did.

PETER B.

2014-02-18T19:00:00

This Sigma lens is well built and feel solid. I am impressed by its quality considering the price I paid for it. The auto-focus is noisy and slow, but it gets the job done. Macro is down to 1:2 @300mm, very useful for taking macro pix of flowers, gritters and pets. You have a 3+ feet working distance. With the 9-blade diaphragm aperture construction, it makes a fine portrait lens with pleasing Bokeh. However, I would not recommend it for Sports or Hyperactive kids.

ASIANTREASURES A.

2014-02-07T19:00:00

This Sigma lens is well built and feel solid. I am impressed by its quality considering the price I paid for it. The auto-focus is noisy and slow, but it gets the job done. Macro is down to 1:2 @300mm, very useful for taking macro pix of flowers, gritters and pets.With the 9-blade diaphragm aperture construction, it makes a fine portrait lens with pleasing Bokeh. However, I would not recommend it for Sports or Hyperactive kids.

ASIANTREASURES A.

2013-12-30T19:00:00

It works well for the little amount I use it for.

Bob

2012-07-08T21:00:00

I recently used this lens while on vacation. It is very versatile as I photographed a variety of subjects (lighthouses, covered bridges, butterflies, flowers, birds . . .) My husband and I both can share this lens since we both have cameras that it will fit. Having lots of photography fun using this product!

dupontflames4me

2011-12-18T19:00:00

This was a gift that I wanted. I'm please with this lens. Does what I want it to do. I do a lot of outdoor photography and this does the job. I have a Nikon D5000 and I would recommend this lens to other Nikon D5000 users who don't have enough money for the Nikon version. I have three spare batteries because this lens does drain batteries.

DIANA I.

2011-10-18T21:00:00

very happy with this lens... using it with my Nikon d5000 - great price

Dinglis

2011-09-03T21:00:00

I still need a lot of work with my photography skills, but when I used my Sigma it shot the shots that I wanted. Of course, I would have to stand far away if I wanted shot of something that was really close to me. I basically use it for going to new places with nice scenery. It's good for how much you pay for it. Don't expect a lot from it, but don't expect too little. It's a good overall lens. But, it can get a little tricky putting it back onto the camera and it can get heavy, but what telephoto lens isn't? When in autofocus it is quite noisy, but I kind of like that. You can just switch it to manual focus and it will be quiet.

Wishes c.

2010-09-08T21:00:00

Always use this for portraits with my Nikon D90 and for wildlife or flowers... worth the money, great lens!

FRANZ N.

2010-08-10T21:00:00

I got this lens for its reach (upgrading from the Nikon 55-200 non-vr kit lens) to track the kids at the park, wildlife, air-shows, etc. I am very pleased with how easy it is to get a good outdoor shot using this lens while hand-holding. The lens is very soft when wide open at all zooms so I have only utilized it in bright outdoor situations. F8 is the sharpness sweet spot while minimizing vignetting. The lens is also an ok Macro lens. I'm used to getting up on macro subjects and this lens allows me to be 6' away and still get the shot if I have it on a tripod. At 6', regardless of shutter speed, a macro picture will look funny because of the camera shake. The focus is loud but very accurate in bright daylight. I have used the lens for multiple air shows and found that it is useful but I do often end up with a blurred aircraft because of the slow F-stop. Color and contrast are accurate for the most part, I don't have to do a lot of post processing. Out of every 50 shots with this lens I usually lose 15 due to the restrictions of the lens. Out of the 50 I get maybe 5 quality prints. Not bad for the price but I am considering replacing it soon with a lens with VR or OS, depending on brand. This is a great daylight lens but you will find that it doesn't do anything else as good.

Nathaniel R.

2010-01-05T19:00:00

I use this great lens with my Nikon D90 for wildlife, portraits, sports/action and all outdoor action. An excellent and versatile lens and a real bargain for the price;...a poor-man's telephoto / semi-macro. Strongly recommend for the non-professional enthusiast. Focus is a bit soft at 300mm, but, for the price, it's exceptionally outstanding! Good job Sigma!

tonik

2009-09-03T21:00:00

Pretty nice pic's, special for sport and landscaping photos.

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