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 01/07/2005 09:50:58 PM · #26
Originally posted by gusto:
the sigma 50-500 cost me just over 1000.00 with shipping
heres a pretty good review with pics.
//www.lonestardigital.com/Sigma_50-500.htm


Do you actually like that lens? If you do, what other long lens have you used that you are comparing it with? And screw the reviews. I can show you good reviews on some of the crappiest Vivitar or MC lenses ever made. That lens is at least mediocre when compared to a good Nikon or Canon long lens. Sigma does make some good lenses but this is not one of them.
 01/07/2005 10:00:13 PM · #27
I have the Tamron 200-500mm lens and it's very nice. Priced at about $995.00 I think...



I wish I had a larger subject to show but I haven't been to the zoo lately :)
 01/07/2005 10:05:07 PM · #28
i agree go canon if you can, that being said, I have a sigma 170-500mm I would sell you for about 500.00 US, comes with a great case.

Message edited by author 2005-01-07 22:06:44.
 01/07/2005 10:11:40 PM · #29
I'm waiting for someone to give me This Baby! :) I'll be waiting for a looooooong time...sigh!
 01/07/2005 10:13:50 PM · #30
Hmm...I'd actually prefer the 400/2.8L. The big daddy of the sports lenses. Bokeh would be your middle name.
 01/07/2005 10:16:28 PM · #31
If you are considering a good prime check out this or this by Canon.

The sharpness and contrast you get from these two lenses will by far outwiegh any atvantage you might gain by using a second party zoom.


Message edited by author 2005-01-07 22:19:55.
 01/07/2005 10:19:45 PM · #32
Originally posted by nsbca7:
If you are considering a good prime check out this or this by Canon.

The sharpness and contrast you get from these two lenses will by far outwiegh any atvantage you might gain by using a second party zoom.


I mentioned the 400 f/5.6 8 posts before :D
 01/07/2005 10:54:19 PM · #33
Just have to sound off on the idea of stopping at 300mm or coupling with an extender. Don't do either.

I have the cheapo Nikon 70-300. At max it is 5.6, is never close enough and just doesn't have the light needed on overcast, but not dark, days.

400mm min, and the wider the better. I wish I had saved the $200.00 and waited to spend the grand+ that I will have to anyway...
 01/08/2005 12:38:21 AM · #34
Originally posted by photomayhem:
I have the Tamron 200-500mm lens and it's very nice. Priced at about $995.00 I think...



I wish I had a larger subject to show but I haven't been to the zoo lately :)


Add my voice as a second vote for the Tamron 200-500. It's not a real fast aperture sports action type of lens but for wildlife I really like it.

These are both handheld at max focal lenght (no IS) on the first day I had this lens. I can't wait to try it with a teleconverter and a sturdy tripod.
 01/08/2005 01:05:40 AM · #35
Try this Canon EF lens for $154. Offer is only good for the next 12 hours.

Nevermind. this lens, imported, is only $149 at B&H.

Message edited by author 2005-01-08 01:09:08.
 01/08/2005 05:40:58 AM · #36
Does anyone have any experience with the Canon 100-400mm L f/4.5-5.6 IS lens? I've read lots of good reviews, but some people say that the IS has problems and that it gets soft when wide open and at the end of its reach. Anyone here ever use one and have any feedback about it? Thanks!
 01/08/2005 06:19:36 AM · #37
Ive had really good luck with mine no problems with the IS I even used it for the last macro challenge had to stand 6ft away from the subject.
 01/08/2005 06:41:10 AM · #38
That's good news. Thanks, Russell!
 01/08/2005 10:00:37 AM · #39
i would highly recommend the 100-400mm L it is the best and most reasonalby priced long lens in my opinion. It is perfect for wildlife and candids (and probably sports) it is DEFINiTELY worth the money and and waiting for it. This is the lens I went for after I bought the sigma (cost me almost 1500cdn) then months later I go the 100-400 because of the IS. I have loved it. I am one of the people who has had a few problems with the IS too still I would not trade this lens. Both times canon was good about fixing and eventually replacing the problem lens. I think it is rare for these problems to occur.
Definately buy this lens and if you can't afford it wait til you can!
 01/08/2005 10:13:16 AM · #40
I too want a lens with more reach, and I have carefully looked at all the lenses mentioned. One lens that is not mentioned is the sigma 100-300 f4 EX. This is the lens that I believe I will be getting. The reviews are all exelent, it has more reach than the 70-200 lenses, is as fast after the 1.4x teleconverter, is not too heavy (3.25 lbs), and only costs 899.
Dean
 01/08/2005 10:45:20 AM · #41
Originally posted by brockmd:
I too want a lens with more reach, and I have carefully looked at all the lenses mentioned. One lens that is not mentioned is the sigma 100-300 f4 EX....


It was mentioned several times.
 01/08/2005 01:46:48 PM · #42
Originally posted by nsbca7:
I also had a Sigma 50-500 that was awkward, slow and unspectacular, dispite all the rave revues I had read. I was much happier the day I sold it then I had been the day I bought it.


The following photos were all taken with the Sigma 50-500 EX, in case there is need for further evaluation.......


I personally have no complaints with this lens for the price and weight. There are bigger and faster and 5-10 times more expensive, and alot heavier, but for a 1000 dollar lens, this takes pretty darn good pics with 750mm EFL on an APS sized sensor. The reach on your Canon wil be slightly more.
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