Archive 2008 · Sigma Teleconverters APO vs DG

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p.1 #1 · Sigma Teleconverters APO vs DG

It seems like Sigma has two versions of their teleconverters: APO or DG. Am I correct on this? If so, does anyone know the difference? I assume one is the new flavor.

I am looking for a teleconverter for my 80-400 OS.

Nov 12, 2008 at 11:46 AM

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p.1 #2 · Sigma Teleconverters APO vs DG

The DG version is newer. Looks like the Sigma converters edge out the Kenko DG for performance as well if this is to believed:

http://www.pbase.com/miljenko/teleconverters

Nov 12, 2008 at 12:06 PM

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p.1 #3 · Sigma Teleconverters APO vs DG

The newer DG teleconverter has a coating on it to help eliminate the glare that comes from digital camera's sensors. The older APO ones were for use with film, and have no such coating. It's all just B.S. marketing, and I don't think you could tell the difference.

Aug 05, 2009 at 06:02 PM

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p.1 #4 · Sigma Teleconverters APO vs DG

Ive had many Sigma lenses, with and without the DG coating, and havent seen much difference. I did just purchase a new Sigma 1.4 EX DG converter and a new Sigma EX DG 180 macro. Each are outstanding or combined. Good luck.

Aug 05, 2009 at 06:44 PM


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