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Sigma EX Macro lens-70mm-F/2.8-Canon EF

Sigma EX Macro lens-70mm-F/2.8-Canon EF is ideal for both digital SLR cameras and 35mm film SLR cameras. The 70mm focal length gives an equivalent field of view as our popular 105mm macro lens when used on digital SLR cameras with an APS-C size image sensor.
Sigma EX Macro lens-70mm-F/2.8-Canon EF Overview
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new Macro 70mm F2.8 EX DG lens . The design of this lens makes it suitable for taking pictures in all situations from infinity to 1:1 macro, both with natural light conditions or flash. A Special Low Dispersion (SLD) lens and two high refractive index SLD lenses provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations and produce an exceptional level of optical performance. Sigmas super multi-layer lens coating reduces flare and ghosting, and helps create a natural color balance. The floating focus system provides extremely high optical performance from infinity to 1:1 Macro. A Focus Limiter Switch in incorporated on the lens, improving the speed and accuracy of autofocus by limiting the focus range. A screw-in lens hood is included for convenient use of circular polarizing filters.
Sigma EX Macro lens-70mm-F/2.8-Canon EF Features
Manufacturer Sigma Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number 270-101
Dimensions 3.7" Length x 3" Diameter
Manufacturer Website Address www.sigma-photo.com
Fixed Focal Length 70mm
Weight 18.5 oz
Product Name 70mm f/2.8 EX DG Telephoto Macro Lens
Magnification 1x
Product Type Macro Lens
Aperture Range f/2.8
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new Macro 70mm F2.8 EX DG lens . The design of this lens makes it suitable for taking pictures in all situations from infinity to 1:1 macro, both with natural light conditions or flash. A Special Low Dispersion (SLD) lens and two high refractive index SLD lenses provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations and produce an exceptional level of optical performance. Sigmas super multi-layer lens coating reduces flare and ghosting, and helps create a natural color balance. The floating focus system provides extremely high optical performance from infinity to 1:1 Macro. A Focus Limiter Switch in incorporated on the lens, improving the speed and accuracy of autofocus by limiting the focus range. A screw-in lens hood is included for convenient use of circular polarizing filters.
Sigma EX Macro lens-70mm-F/2.8-Canon EF Features
Manufacturer Sigma Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number 270-101
Dimensions 3.7" Length x 3" Diameter
Manufacturer Website Address www.sigma-photo.com
Fixed Focal Length 70mm
Weight 18.5 oz
Product Name 70mm f/2.8 EX DG Telephoto Macro Lens
Magnification 1x
Product Type Macro Lens
Aperture Range f/2.8
Sigma EX Macro lens-70mm-F/2.8-Canon EF user reviews
"This is an excellent mid-length lens at a fantastic price that works beautifully on my Canon film and digital bodies. Having the optics of a macro and clarity of a non-zoom it is great for macro work (obviously) but also for a general purpose/portrait lens. It has great colour rendition and really well handled depth-of field.
It's an easy lens to handle, with the Limit/Full and AF/MF switches in easy reach and a nice sized barrel that sits well in the hand.
The only gripes are that the the lens hood is a strange beast that screws into the front element but is a larger diameter than the lens cap so when it's on, you can't put on the cap. Also, the Auto focus in macro mode is quite slow ... but then again, do you really want to be using AF in Macro mode?
Overall, this is an excellent lens that is useful for a wide range of macro subjects as well as general purpose and portrait work."
It's an easy lens to handle, with the Limit/Full and AF/MF switches in easy reach and a nice sized barrel that sits well in the hand.
The only gripes are that the the lens hood is a strange beast that screws into the front element but is a larger diameter than the lens cap so when it's on, you can't put on the cap. Also, the Auto focus in macro mode is quite slow ... but then again, do you really want to be using AF in Macro mode?
Overall, this is an excellent lens that is useful for a wide range of macro subjects as well as general purpose and portrait work."
--- Peppergroyne rated: 4
"I was searching for a longer focal length prime lens and had no experience with Sigma. A friend of mine was very high on the brand so I decided to give it a chance. I have to say the lens exceeded my expectations, with very true colors and (to my eye) a distortion free image, even at the edges. The focus is fast and quiet. I would recommend this lens to anyone!"
--- PhotoBergy rated: 5
""This lens performs, looks, & handles as if it was manufactured by one of top name-brand lens makers.""
--- Ray, Sr. rated: 5
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