Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 SLD DG Macro Lens with built in motor for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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The built-in motor allows autofocus with all Nikon digital ameras. These lenses incorporate a macro feature with aximum magnification 1:2 at the 300mm focal length. It is suitable for various types of shooting conditions. This telephoto lens has a 1:2 maximum magnification at the 300mm focal length. It is ideal for portraits, sport and other types of photography. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass provides excellent correction of chromatic aberration. The super multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. High image quality is assured throughout the entire zoom range.

Lens Construction

• 14 Elements in 10 Groups
• Angle of View: 34.3 - 8.2 degrees
• Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9 Blades
• Minimum Aperture: F22
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 95-150cm / 37.4-59.1 in.
• Maximum Magnification: 1:4.1 (1:2 Macro mode)
• Filter Size: Diameter 58mm (Rear)
• Filter Size: Bayonet-type Hood
• Diameter: 76.6mm
• Length: 119.5mm
• Weight: 540g/19 oz.
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  - 14 Elements in 10 Groups Lens Construction
  - 34.3 to 8.2 degrees angle of view
  - F22 Minimum Aperture
  - 59.1 (150cm) / 37.4 (95cm) Macro Mode Minimum Focusing Distance
  - 1 - 4.1 / 1 - 2 Macro Mode Maximum Magnification
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   "Sigma Lens" 2010-02-06
  By Debby J. (Northern Maine)
  Have had to have it repaired, not sure why, wish we would have checked Consumer reports on this item, we may have made a different choice of a lens.
  
  
  
   "Well worth the money." 2009-12-30
  By Allen Pierson (Buckhannon, WV)
  I bought this lens as a birthday gift for my wife. We use it with our Canon Digital Rebel XT and it works perfectly. The lens has a very good picture quality and is very easy to attach/remove from the camera. Of course, it comes with lens covers for both ends of the lens and they are very good quality covers; actually, IMO, better than the lens covers that our Canon lens came with. They stay on well and provide great protection for traveling.
  
  
  
  The lens has a switch on it to go from normal photography to macro shots. Overall, I was impressed with the quality and ease of use with macro photos with this lens. It is easy to take good quality macro shots with this lens (and trust me, I'm a beginner!).
  
  
  
  Overall, I am very well pleased with this lens and think you will be too!
  
  
  
   "JUNK!!!" 2009-12-08
  By D. Fanelli (USA)
  Save yourself the trouble. I purchased this lens to use for some basic shots around the house during the Holidays. First, every photo is very soft in the corners. You need to crop the edges away or darken the outer portions of the photo to be usable. More troubling, the AF motor stopped working after aprox 75 shots. Just stopped working and has only a faint clicking noise. Junk!! Going back after 2 days and 75 shots...
  
  
  
  Bought the Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR today for $50 more and it's sharper, has better contrast and colors, and since it's a Nikkor lens, it should make it past 75 photos.
  
  
  
  You get what you pay for, get the Nikon...
  
  
  
   "Holy picture taking batman!" 2009-12-02
  By Mo (RI)
  Love this lens! I have a Sony DSLR and a Minolta SLR and I love that I can use the lens on both. Picture Quality is great. The lens is heavy, but what do you expect, it's huge.
  
  
  
   "Nice image quality, Autofocus stops working" 2009-11-28
  By valleyblog (Western Massachusetts)
  Let me start by saying this is a great lens for the money as far as image quality and macro features and most reviews here are accurate. But apparently they didn't have the disapointing problem I ran into. After only about 3 days of normal use the autofocus failed and would only turn in one direction. I sent it back for an exchange (Amazon did the exchange with no hassle) and the replacement worked fine for a few days of shooting high school football and wildlife. But then lo and behold, the exact same thing happened again! I don't think it's the camera (Nikon D40) as my 3 other autofocus lenses work fine, and I checked/ cleaned the contacts. The lens was used gently with no rough impact or banging, it just stopped working while shooting pictures. The lens seems to be clicking and struggling to turn in the other direction and appears to be draining the battery doing it, as the lo battery indicator comes on while trying to focus. Then I read a review on the web that said the motor on the Sigma might be too torquey for the plastic gearing, stripping it. I really like the lens's image performance and thought about keeping it anyway, but unfortunatley am going to have to just return it, as 160 bucks is a little too much for a manual focus only lens.
  
  
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Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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35mm f/1.8 standard lens * designed for Nikon DX SLR cameras * ideal for everyday use * minimum focus distance: 12 in. * minimum aperture: f/22 *
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Technical Details

- Engineered for Nikon DX-format digital SLRs - Optical formula optimized for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLRs
- Aspherical lens element - Minimizes coma and other types of lens aberrations, further improving image integrity
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) - Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) - Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
- Close focusing to one foot for creative perspectives and versatility
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 "Great Lense - My Missing Link." 2010-02-24
By Jeff Kruzic
Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras



Love this lens. Really good, sharp images, and wow, what a difference it makes in low-light photography. Don't hesitate, buy it!

 "Sweet." 2010-02-24
By H. Lim
This lens is basically a must have for any dslr user. It's f/1.8 provides a good DOF.

 "A great lens for DX users" 2010-02-24
By Joseph Jones (Atlanta, Ga.)
There has been a lot that has already been written about this lens, so I won't go into any technical specifications or IQ performance. Put simply, the 35 1.8 DX is one of the best performing lenses I use on my D80, second only to my 16-85 DX VR (for versatility sake). At first, I wasn't intent upon having this lens, but I needed a better fast prime, so I picked one up about a month ago, before a trip to the Aquarium in town. Well, it performed quite well, better than anticipated actually. IQ at ISO 1600 gets a little iffy for me, using my D80, but in a pinch, using this lens, and I was pleasantly surprised. This lens is a must have for the casual DX shooter, as a matter of principle, in my opinion. It's pretty cheap, very simple to use, focus is super fast and accurate, and it weighs almost nothing. Despite its near weightlessness, it is built quite well - very solid, like my 16-85 VR, it doesn't "feel" cheap at all. And the hood is a nice touch, it isn't too big, and reverses over the front of the lens to just cover the focus ring, so one can still use the lens with it reversed. That touch may not be a big deal for most people, but for me, it simply means I don't have to "keep up" with the hood. Now a word about distortion, this lens has it, and it's pretty strong. So beware of it if you try to use it like you would a normal lens on full frame. Though approximately the same perspective as "normal", it is still a 35mm lens. It'll let you get close, between 4 and 6 inches from the front glass, but don't try to shoot a person's face that close. Again, this isn't a 50mm, which traditionally has almost zero distortion. If you get close, things will bulge at you (if you shoot portraits, you'll understand what that means, and you'll select this lens only for groups or full body shots). This is by no means, a problem. I just want people to be aware of it. Other than the distortion, there is really no flaws to speak of. So if you're reading reviews, that means you're interested. And if you get down as far as mine, just DO IT! you'll not regret it.

 "Absolutely awesome for D40" 2010-02-20
By Bryn Nealis (New York, NY)
Got this lens for Christmas and absolutely love it. I have a D40 and used to have the 50mm 1.8 lens that didn't auto focus. I hardly used it. This lens is an AF-S lens that autofocuses on all of the new Nikon bodys which makes it amazing. I put it on the camera and haven't taken it off since I got it. I absolutely love it! Focuses fast, large aperture, and just the right zoom level (50mm was too much). Get one! You'll love it!

 "Great lens in a great focal length" 2010-02-17
By R. Jones (Seattle, WA United States)
I had the nikkor 50mm 1.8, which I liked, but I wanted something wider. The 35mm is PERFECT for the way I shoot. The picture quality is gorgeous and it works like a dream. Buy this lens!


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Nikon 50mm f/1.4G SIC SW Prime Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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Technical Details

- Normal angle of view on FX-format cameras - Classic, normal angle of view when used on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or 35mm film camera
- An ideal portrait lens when used on a Nikon DX-format digital SLR, approximating the angle of view similar to that of a 75mm lens
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus
- Close focusing to 1.5 feet
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 "Now that's a wide aperture" 2010-02-16
By T. Hayes (Northfield, MN United States)
Excellent lens, a great value for those who take images in low light conditions or seek the depth of field bokeh effects that come with lower f-stop settings. Solidly built, this makes a perfect walking-around lens; an excellent companion to the 55-200mm I typically work with on my D5000.

 "Amazing lens for such a low price." 2010-02-15
By Vincent Gizzi (Albany, New York USA)
I have never been disappointed by a Nikon product to date. This Nikkor lens is no different and lives up to and exceeds my expectations. One of the fastest lenses I own, this 50mm 1.4 will stop any action dead in its tracks. If you're looking for a portrait lens, this is your glass. The bokeh is extremely creamy because of the speed and the extra aperture diaphragm blades. I also own the 50mm 1.8 - NIGHT AND DAY DIFFERENCE! The optical quality *FAR* exceeds that of its little brother.

 "Wonderful lens!" 2010-02-10
By Jens Zorn (Ann Arbor, MI USA)
I had been using an earlier version of the 50mm AF f/1.8 lens on my D100 and D40. Then, because the older f/1.8 lens had to be manually focused on the D40, I bought the 50mm f/1.4. This is a step up from the f/1.8, not only for the extra light gathering power but also with the internal focusing motor that permits AF operation on the D40. It is relatively expensive ($400 or so), but with Nikon's policy of maintaining backward compatibility in lens mounts, I regard it as a component that can be used when the D100 and D40 are retired in favor of more modern equipment. The $400 is an expense that can be amortized over the next decade. Overall, an excellent lens that I find particularly satisfying for portrait work.

 "Great little lens --But not worth and upgrade" 2010-02-08
By Leigh McMullen (Atlanta, GA)
This review is specifically for folks, like myself who already own the AF-D 50 f1.4 and are thinking of "upgrading" to the AF-S version of this lens. I was hoping that the AF-S "upgrade" would bring snap-quick focus speeds. It doesn't. The AF-S version of the lens does not focus noticeably faster than the older AF-D.



Additionally, optically the AF-D and AF-S 50 f1.4s are indistinguishable.



If you already have the AF-D 50 f1.4 don't bother trying to upgrade your glass. if you don't this is a great lens and everyone should own one. You might consider seeing if you can get a discount on an older AF-D version and save a little money.

 "Great lens, especially for low light, no flash work" 2010-01-07
By AJR
It's fast and great optically. For portraits or poorly lit subjects where a flash is not allowed (or not wanted) this is the perfect lens. On a DX format camera it's a bit long (field of view is about 75mm equivalent) for some inside work, a 28 or 35mm focal length might be a better option (but 1.8 is the faster you can get in those focal lengths).


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Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S ED VR II Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon DX-Format Digital SLR Cameras

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f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens * Vibration Reduction II allows in-focus shots with longer exposure times (up to four stops slower shutter speed) * 35mm equivalent focal length of 27-300mm * contains two ED (extra-low dispersion) and three aspherical lens elements for high resolution and contrast * Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet focusing *
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- One-lens solution adept in a wide variety of situations
- Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization
- Two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements; three aspherical lens elements
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC); exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
- Focus to 20 inches for extended versatility
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 "Great lens" 2010-02-17
By L. Kight (Atlanta, Georgia USA)
Excellent quality; gathers a lot of light, crisp images. 72mm makes it a little bulky, but I suppose that is the price you pay for the great results.

 "Great lens but too heavy" 2010-02-13
By Heart Doc
The lens is fantastic. Very smooth. Beautiful pictures. I liked not having to change lenses to zoom in. Check out the f/. It is a fast lens! The VR also works great. But I had a hard time carrying it as it is heavy. I usually hand carry my camera with lens on when I hike (you never know when that perfect shot composes itself!). Wish my arms / hands weren't so wimpy.

 "Nikon 18-200mm VR II DX" 2010-02-10
By John M. O'Connor (Seattle)
I love this lens!...incredibly flexible zoom for a DLSR...been using since NewYear...focus is fast & accurate..."one-size-fits-all"...jo'c

 "My Son loves this lens!" 2010-02-01
By Scarlett O'Hara (Long Beach, CA)
We purchased this lens for our 23 year old son. He has a Nikon SLR and is an awesome photographer. He's very happy with the lens and uses it alot!

 "Nikon 18-200 mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S ED VRII Telephoto Lens" 2010-01-31
By B. Wills (Mechanicsville, VA USA)
I am very satisfied with the quality of the lens. It's just what I wanted. Packaged for shipment was very good and shipment was fast.


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Nikon 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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Lens making is an art - Nikon artisans craft Nikkor optics from the finest materials, taking pride in adding their intellect and technique to bring the world's finest lenses to life. They push the leading edge of lens making, harder and harder, in their effort to provide the "glass" that makes the world's greatest pictures.PRODUCT FEATURES:D-type lens design provides distance information as part of flash and ambient light exposure processes;Classic normal lens provides speed and compact design;Multi-layer coating minimizes flare and ghosting;Exceptionally lightweight and compact - ideal for travel photography;Stops down to f/22 for excellent depth-of-field control.
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- High-speed normal lens
- Great for travel and for shooting full-length portraits in available light
- Distortion-free images with superb resolution and color rendition
- Provides high-contrast images even at maximum aperture
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 "LOVE this lens" 2010-02-13
By Gift Card Recipient (okinawa, japan)
I'm just a beginner and own a Nikon D60 with both the 18-55mm wide angle kit lens as well as a 50-200mm zoom lens. I added this lens for the fact that to me, it combines the benefits of both those lenses in one, at an excellent price point. I can take photos that have shallow depth of field and I can take them without having to use the zoom lens while not having to be 2568974 ft away from my subject. Granted this lens will not work in all scenarios, but for a situation where I'm in close proximity to my subject but am looking for that portrait effect, this is FABULOUS. I read that some people had trouble fitting this lens on their D60 but I've had absolutely no problems with it. The size is so compact (smaller than my 18-55mm kit lens for sure) that I'm pretty confident this is the lens I'll be keeping on my camera majority of the time from now on. Yes, it does not auto focus on the D60. But I like the creativity that's allowed with having to manually focus the image. All in all, I'm VERY happy with the lens. I recommend it hands down.

 "Best Lens I have for my D90" 2010-02-12
By Luis A. Da Silva
I use this lens all the time, it rarely comes off. Very inexpensive but the picture quality and DOF are better then some more expensive lens. No zoom but it you just need to be ok with getting close to your subject. Worth every penny!!

 "Must Buy...." 2010-02-09
By Varun Pauddar (Houston, TX USA)
bought this Lens for my Nikon D5000, I was afraid that it might not behave in accordance to the caliber of the D5000 body, but I was amazed to see the results. This is a nikkor lens manufactured especially for Nikon DSLR's, I own a 70-300 telephoto, 18-55 standard nikon lens and a fish eye and now this 50mm portrait lens, which completes the package. The lens does not comes with a motorized automatic focus and so is sensitive enough to through the picture of focus so mind that you ensure the frame is in focus. I would recommend using eye-piece over live view feature, it helps ensuring crisp picture...... long story short.... must buy lens, awesome for portrait photography. The depth of field could be controlled by setting the aperture, you will be amazed to see that the DoF changes dramatically just by setting aperture, so get the lens and start shooting, I have posted few customer provided images, so please chck them to see the fantabulous results...... enjoy clicking



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 "Great lens but no autofocus on the D5000 or the D40" 2010-02-08
By Kiran Shyama (Ma, USA)
I really enjoy this lens. The large aperture is wonderful. However the lens has no motor in it, so on the Nikon D500 and the D40 there is no auto focus available. I do not know if it will work on other Nikon cameras; these are the only two I have tried it with.

 "Solid, High-Quality, Low-Cost Lens" 2010-02-07
By Jonathan Aldinger
At this price, and with the right camera body, you can't go wrong with this lens. Purchased originally for use on my D70, I now use it on my newer D90. It has proven indispensable in low-light situations, and makes for a very good portrait lens on APS-C sensor bodies. Build quality is extremely solid, and the front glass is recessed which keeps it protected. The size and weight are almost insignificant when attached to the camera body - I can pop this on my D90, throw it over my shoulder, and walk around all day, barely noticing it's there. f/1.8 produces very usable shots, with very shallow DOF.



Be aware:



* If you are shooting with a lower-end camera body (D40, D60, D5000), this lens will work, but without auto-focus - and focusing manually at f/1.8 on a body with a crop-frame sensor is quite a challenge.



* If you are shooting any APS-C body (D40, D60, D5000, D70, D80, D90, D300), the crop-factor of the sensor size will yield an effective 75mm focal length. This is fine for outdoor shots, but it's a little too tight for indoor shooting.



For both of the above situations, I would recommend the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras lens over this 50mm (I own both). The 35mm is more expensive, intended for crop-frame bodies only, slightly larger, and of lesser build quality. However, it's still a great lens, and has a much more usable focal length for indoor shooting.






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High-power 4.3x Telephoto Zoom-Nikkor lens (Approximates the picture angle performance of a 105-450mm lens on 35mm SLR). Vibration Reduction (VRII) minimizes the effects of camera shake allowing photographers to shoot handheld at as many as 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images. When used on Nikon DX format DSLR Two Nikon Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements deliver superior optical performance for both digital and 35mm photography. ED glass minimizes chromatic aberrations, contributing to superb contrast and resolution performance. Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range. Focus as close as 4.9 ft throughout entire zoom range. Non-Rotating front element provides for convenient use of circular polarizing filters and the Nikon Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System. A Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables fast and quiet autofocusing, along with quick switching between autofocus and manual operation (M/A and M). A nine-blade rounded diaphragm opening, out-of-focus elements appear more natural.
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- 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras
- Vibration Reduction (VRII) minimizes effects of camera shake to produce sharper images
- 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements delivers super contrast and resolution performance
- Internal Focus (IF) system provides fast and quiet autofocusing; 4.9-feet close focus range
- Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 5.6 inches long; weighs 26.3 ounces; 5-year warranty
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 "Good - like I expected." 2010-02-06
By Phillip Edwards
I haven't used the lens much due to cold weather, but my first impressions are very good. I bought this to get more reach than my 55-200VR. I am ready to go get the great results so many others have gotten.

 "Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor" 2010-01-30
By David Jimenez Medero
Excellent lense for almost every shot. You may look for a more aperture f/2.8 when shooting at low light.

 "Nikon's best & affordable telezoom lens..." 2010-01-15
By C. OGURTANI (Istanbul)
Best, best, best... Don't think a minute to buy this lens; only run for purchasing that... This tack-sharp VRII lens is a real bargain...

 "Fun lens" 2010-01-07
By Craig Barker (Rocklin, CA)
This is a great lens. Bought it for my wife as an upgrade to her DX 55-200mm f5.6. We have used that lens for about 4 years and love however it was a bit short for shooting our daughters sporting events. The extra 100mm is very nice and the quality is terrific. I would say we are novice photographers and enjoy snapping photos. This lens is fast enough for the casual use we give it and has not let us down at all. The build quality feels very good in your hands. It is heavy relative to the shorter lens but not too heavy that your hands are yearning to put it down. Lens hood is solid as well. I like that it has a metal mount vs. a plastic mount on our other NIKON lenses. Auto focus is smooth and zoom ring is smooth. I would heartily recommend this to any NIKON owner. Enjoy it.

 "Great 300mm lens - hand held" 2010-01-04
By J. Teague (Georgia - USA)
This is a great lens for outdoor sports or wildlife photography. You can make sharp handheld photos at 300mm. I took several photos at Disney on the safari ride (from a bouncy truck) at 150-300mm ... and they came out sharp enough to print at 8x10 and frame. (My wife hung them in the living room, so they have to look pretty good). Probably not the best for low light ... need $$ fast glass for that.


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