Sigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

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This MACRO lens covers all the focal lengths from 28mm wide angle to 300mm telephoto with 10.7:1 high zoom ratio as well as macro capability. 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 MACRO packs a lot of performance in a compact package with ultra compact dimensions that make this lens the ultimate traveling companion. It's the ideal lens all types of photography and optimized for digital SLR cameras.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.This lens features one Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass element and one aspherical lens in the front lens group, and one SLD glass element and three aspherical lenses in the rear lens group. This lens provides excellent correction for all types of aberrations.This MACRO lens has a minimum focusing distance of 50cm at all focal lengths and is equipped with a macro mechanism for close-up photography at 300mm telephoto, allowing a reproduction ratio of 1:3.This design allows for stability and compactness in design as changes in focus are made in an internal lens grouping. This also gives the advantage of a non-rotating front lens assembly, which is of great benefit when using polarizing filter and Petal-type hood.This MACRO lens is equipped with a zoom lock to prevent the lens from creeping due to its own weight, and to offer protection whilst the lens is being carried.
Product Details
  • Feature:
  • Compact, high-performance zoom lens
  • Aspherical lens element corrects distortion
  • Minimum focusing distance of 50 centimeters
  • Focal length from 28 to 300 millimeters
  • Corresponding AF mounts: Canon SLR cameras
  • BatteriesIncluded: 0
  • Binding: Electronics
  • Brand: Sigma
  • EAN: 0085126795276
  • IsAutographed: 0
  • IsFragile: 0
  • IsMemorabilia: 0
  • Label: SIGMA
  • LensType: Zoom lens
  • Manufacturer: SIGMA
  • Model: B0009XQPJ8
  • MPN: B0009XQPJ8
  • PackageQuantity: 1
  • ProductGroup: Photography
  • ProductTypeName: CAMERA_LENSES
  • ProductTypeSubcategory: 2300835
  • Publisher: SIGMA
  • Studio: SIGMA
  • UPC: 085126795276

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Never recieve it2009-06-24
I recieve a 28 - 200mm in stead, so the dealer gave refund me the difference.
A Good Deal2009-06-24
This has been the primary lens on my Digial Rebel (first generation) and is now on my Rebel XSI. I find it is great for travel and its long focal length is perfect for outdoor shots from a distance. I tend to switch to the 18-55 kit lens from the XSI when indoors (when I think of it) but have been very happy with the results even when I have not made the switch.

The only negative is the weight and tendency for the lens to extend on its own due to its weight if the lock is not used (and who wants to switch that every time?).

Anyway for the enthusiast like me this is a perfect lens. For the professional, look to Canon's L-series with the same range but for about $2,000 more - and please buy a spare one and send it my way!
Utility Lens - Works for many uses2009-05-19
I ordered this lens a week ago and played with it over the weekend. I got some great shots. This lens is much better than the Canon 70-300mm - much more solid. I recommend this lens to any beginner trying to learn how to shoot subject close and far. I have already learned alot about the lens' capability and am very happy with it.

The only problem is if the lens is pointing more then 20 degrees down the lens slides. If you are pointing straight up and not holding the lens it slide back in. It just seems like the weight is to much. The lock works well but I choose not to use it for the fact that it prohibits me from shooting quickly...sometimes you only have a second.
Perfect economical lens.2009-04-21
I have had this lens twice. I am a semi-pro photographer that doesn't have $1000 to spend on a lens. So after much research I went with the sigma. The first one I had worked flawlessly, but I broke it... re-ordered it and I still have my second one. I've had it for about 2 years. over 5,000 pictures or more and I can't tell the difference between it and a Canon L lens I use from work. I will say the ONLY con of this lens is that it is not built as well as the Canon L lens and the zooming isn't as smooth... but.. I don't plan on changing over any time soon. I am looking for the image quality and relatively sturdy lens. Sigma pulls this off great. Other than a little bit of a stiff zoom the lens is perfect. image quality as I said is just as good as the Canon L series, trust me I know. I have taken over 40,000 pictures. There isn't any difference.. and if there is it isn't worth double the price for a canon L series. Sigma is awesome. keep it up.
Low quality, Poor construction2009-04-18
I ordered this lens to go with my Canon XSi. The lens didn't hold it's position (every time you moved the camera, the zoom of the lens would change) so the result was blurry photos. Even when the photos were in focus, they just lacked a certain...something. Do yourself a favor and go for the Canon branded lenses.
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