Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 - DPChallenge Forums

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

04/12/2004 10:39:20 AM · #1

Does anyone know anything about this lens?
//www.sigmaphoto.com/html/zoom_intro.htm

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

04/12/2004 10:42:17 AM · #2

No personal experience, but most of the folks over at the DPReview forums seem to think very well of the optical quality. It's said to be nearly the equal of the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 optically. Do a search in the Canon Lens talk forum over there, you'll come up with a ton of info.

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical DF for Canon

04/12/2004 10:54:26 AM · #3

Thanks

jimmyn4

Canon EOS-7D

04/12/2004 11:06:50 AM · #4

I just got one along with the 1.4 teleconverter. I think it is a great lens. I haven't had a lot of time to play with it but I think it is a great alternative to the Canon lens. You can get the Canon 70-200 f4 lens for the almost the same price but I went with Sigma mostly because it is faster and more affordable.

04/12/2004 11:18:41 AM · #5

Originally posted by jimmyn4:

if you get a chance can you post some samples?

jab119

04/12/2004 11:56:11 AM · #6

im thinking about getting this lens as well, but not sure if the 200mm is enough reach for what I want it for.

I saw the new Sigma 120-300mm f2.8 at a local camera shop and like that, but have not read up on it yet. And its BIG

James

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

04/12/2004 12:06:50 PM · #7

Originally posted by jab119:

and it's pricey too!

jab119

04/12/2004 01:17:51 PM · #8

Originally posted by superdave_909:

and it's pricey too!

that I did not see... will have to investigate

doctornick

Apple iPhone 13 Pro

04/12/2004 01:42:28 PM · #9

The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 is about $400 less than the Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L, but it's $200 more expensive than the Canon 70-200mm f/4.0L Unless you really need the extra stop I'd go with the Canon 70-200mm f/4.0L which everyone agrees is a superb lens for a great price ($579.95 at B&H).

sn4psh07

Canon EOS-10D

04/12/2004 02:04:43 PM · #10

I have the Sigma 70-200, no converters though.
Go to www.runwin.co.uk to see some samples -- nearly all shot with 70-200 at 2.8.
Want the 120-300 as I'm a 2.8 addict and want more reach.