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Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8 EX DG IF Aspherical Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras | List Price: $569.99
Discount Price: $219.95
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Brand: Sigma
Binding: Electronics
Features: - Nikon SLR mount; standard zoom lens
- Aspherical lens and internal focusing
- 24 to 60 mm focal length
- f/2.8 maximum aperture
- 5.8x magnification
Amazing budget f/2.8 normal zoom [Posted on 2008-05-05]
I purchased this lens to replace a Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 EX that was stolen along with my D50 . This is now my main normal zoom and on my D200 about 75% of the time. It sits nicely between my Sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5 EX DG and Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX D HSM.
This is probably the sharpest zoom lens I've ever owned. It's sharper than all of the other third-party lenses I've owned in the 24/28-70/75/80mm f/2.8 range. I've owned several others from Sigma, Tamron, and Tokina. This is by far the sharpest and is completely usable at f/2.8 throughout the entire zoom range. It is also much more compact and light weight than the other third party options. It's about the same length and weight as the 18-70mm kit lens, but with a 77mm thread size. This makes for a body+lens combo that is very compact and easy to handle while still having the benefit of an f/2.8 aperture.
The one minor negative I've found with this lens is a slightly less-than-smooth bokeh at f/2.8. It's a very minor complaint and would not have come to my attention had it not been for some forum posters who are much more critical of bokeh than I usually am.
All in all, this lens is a bargain. It is noticeably sharper than the other 3rd party options in the range an, at the same time, is more compact and lightweight while maintaining acceptable build quality. 24mm is noticably wider than the other 28-XXmm options and wide enough for everyday use if you have a wide or ultra-wide lens to round out your kit. For anyone looking for a budget f/2.8 normal zoom, this one is tough to beat.
Way better than expected [Posted on 2008-05-21]
I know that Sigma is not the best when it come to QC. The sample variations can be huge but if you get a good one they are very good. This lens is very good, reasonably sharp wide open and very sharp stopped down. CA's are controlled and I have had no focusing problems with my D200. For the money it is an excellent value.
A Real Deal! [Posted on 2008-05-31]
So maybe I am very lucky. My copy of this lens is superb. Yes there is a difference in sharpness when shooting at 2.8 but it is still very sharp and once you go smaller than the 4's it is SHARPER than comparable nikon lenses.
This lens is quiet, focuses fast and zooms smoothly on my D80. All three of these things are issues others have had but I do not have. Cameta has a good return policy so why not try it at this price? I am happy I decided to go for it and feel like it is one of the best deals in my bag. Please note: (I have several fast pro Nikon lenses I have compared this too when making my review, not just other 3rd party lenses)
Not sharp enough to be worth it [Posted on 2008-08-29]
Tried two copies for Canon AF. Second was sharper than the first, but still not truly sharp. By which I mean, when using f # below 4.5, a printed photo or slightly zoomed in photo (anything you can really look at that's bigger than a quarter of a laptop screen) has very blurry details. Shots were properly focused, sharpness was just poor. With the 2.8 you can get the shotindoors/low-light, but it's nothing better than quick snapshot quality.
The Canon 18-55 that came with the camera was a good value, but this lens is mediocre at the bigger apertures and really provides no advantage over the kit lens.
Great lens, affordable price [Posted on 2008-09-02]
I use this lens for my D50 and F100. Works great on both. The focus is a bit slower than Nikkor, but the size, durability, and weight of the lens is great for the price. Expect some vignetting when wide open at 24mm (f2.8) on full frame, but no worries for DX. This should be my default zoom lens for many years to come.
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