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Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #1 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Does anyone use this lens? I want the Nikon 24-70mm so bad but don't really want to spend the money. I have had bad luck with sigma in the past and haven't bought a 3rd party lens in a long time but is this new 3rd generation lens a good compromise? I would be using it on a D3 and a D700 Oct 29, 2009 at 08:42 PM

luminosity Offline Dedicated FM Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #2 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM It's a terrific lens if you get a good copy. Oct 29, 2009 at 08:47 PM

R. Francois Offline Dedicated FM Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #3 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM i owned the 24-70 EX DG (non HSM) and used it a lot, portraits, events weddings, landscapes, even some simple macro work. Al on a cropped body. Eventually i got other glass and i didn't use it that much anymore. When i went full frame i started to use it again but for some reason i did not like it that much anymore. The AF was rather clunky and felt like hit or miss. So i decided to go for the upgraded version with HSM and the all new design. That lens was fast to focus, colors are great same for the contrast. When focused correctly it was very sharp, even wide open i had no complaints. But it had a terrible amount of front focusing. Even the max adjustment on my camera wasn't enough. I've returned it and got a original nikkor instead. Which is great... Despite the fact that i don't have the lens you mention, i will still recommend it, just check for any issues while you can return it... (but that goes for any lens hmm?) few samples (manual focused since the AF was of no use on my version) Oct 29, 2009 at 08:51 PM

KrautFed Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #4 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Have it. Love it. I use D300. Oct 29, 2009 at 09:52 PM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #5 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Thanks for taking the time to respond and post your examples. I think I will go this route and try it. Don't see any reason to pay double for the Nikon. Oct 29, 2009 at 10:07 PM

ramzey Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #6 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Adam why not 35-70? Oct 29, 2009 at 11:41 PM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #7 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM ramzey wrote: Adam why not 35-70? I'm not sure the 35-70mm will communicate with TTL flashes and communicate with the camera when using FV lock. Plus it only has 7 diaphragm aperture blades which wont make for very good bokeh especially with lights in the background. Oct 29, 2009 at 11:45 PM

ramzey Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #8 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM So, you can have me over and we can try it. Second thought, actually it may be not wide enough for you if you like to use it instead of 17-35. Oct 29, 2009 at 11:51 PM

siberslug Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #9 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM I bought this lens Monday and sent it to Sigma on Wednesday because it back focuses badly but the lens is very detailed and sharp, More so than the Canon 24-70mm and from what I read in the reviews a hair behind the Nikon 24-70mm. Don't bother looking for a good copy, It's a wast of time and money just buy one and send it in for a calibration, that way when you get it back it's perfect. Oct 30, 2009 at 06:53 AM

firewireguy Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #10 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM WOW, Raymond, pics 1 & 3 there are really impressive!! Love them. I would love this lens, but it's out of budget and my first priority is fast primes for now. Oct 30, 2009 at 12:49 PM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #11 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM siberslug wrote: I bought this lens Monday and sent it to Sigma on Wednesday because it back focuses badly but the lens is very detailed and sharp, More so than the Canon 24-70mm and from what I read in the reviews a hair behind the Nikon 24-70mm. Don't bother looking for a good copy, It's a wast of time and money just buy one and send it in for a calibration, that way when you get it back it's perfect. I think buying this over the Nikon and sending it in for Calibration is till worth the money saved. I think I may go that rout. "Ramzy" Yes, any excuse to get together and hang out sounds good to me. Oct 30, 2009 at 04:30 PM

ramzey Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #12 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM lol,Adam , looks like you looking for permission, go buy it. If you don't like it you can always sell or return. Actually i would be interested to try out this lens Oct 30, 2009 at 06:44 PM

w4rmk Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #13 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM I bought a used Sigma 24-70 HSM from the buy/sell board here on FM a few months ago. The seller had already sent it in to Sigma for a tweak to the focusing. So far I am very happy with the lens. I compared the image quality to my previous standard bearer which was my Tamron 28-75. I found that both lenses were very close in image quality at f/2.8 but the Sigma was sharper past f/4. I also liked the color cast from the Sigma better than the Tamron. In the end I sold my Tamron and kept the Sigma. It is the lens that lives on D700 most of the time. It takes amazingly clear and sharp images. Oct 31, 2009 at 04:30 AM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #14 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Thanks w4mk, I will probably give it a shot. Nov 01, 2009 at 05:53 AM

naturexposed Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #15 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM I got the newer version of the 24-70 siggy, ($899 version) it is awesome. Nov 01, 2009 at 06:22 PM

Robb Mann Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #16 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM I had two copies of the Lens; both got sent back. Glass was fantastic, AF was not acceptable - it would continuously hunt for focus so long as the af-on button is down. It never locks on. Ever. I wanted this lens to be a cheap, lightweight 24-70. It was too much compromise at too much cost for me. If I could get a copy that focused properly? Sure, I'd keep it. Nov 01, 2009 at 07:04 PM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #17 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Robb Mann wrote: I had two copies of the Lens; both got sent back. Glass was fantastic, AF was not acceptable - it would continuously hunt for focus so long as the af-on button is down. It never locks on. Ever. I wanted this lens to be a cheap, lightweight 24-70. It was too much compromise at too much cost for me. If I could get a copy that focused properly? Sure, I'd keep it. I hope I don't run into this problem. I still think $700 savings may be worth it as long as it focuses and is sharp. isn't that the case with all lenses. Nov 02, 2009 at 11:36 PM

jeff5897 Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #18 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM You will want to see the photos took by Sigma 24-70 & Nikon 24-70 on a D700 machine. D700 + Sigma 24-70 http://english.sellpower.net/modules/flickrorg/dlsr_index.php?id=2&dc_model=79&iso1=0&iso2=0&len_id=139&exposure1=0&exposure2=0&shutter1=0&shutter2=0&num_focal_mm=0&num_focal_mm2=&B1=Query D700 + Nikor 24-70 http://english.sellpower.net/modules/flickrorg/dlsr_index.php?id=2&dc_model=79&iso1=0&iso2=0&len_id=10&exposure1=0&exposure2=0&shutter1=0&shutter2=0&num_focal_mm=0&num_focal_mm2=&B1=Query if you care the sharpness, you can download the original size and review them. Nov 03, 2009 at 02:13 AM

SoundHound Offline Dedicated FM Upload & Sell: On p.1 #19 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM My dealer loaned me a, one version back, Sigma 24-70 until my Nikkor came. It was very sharp at F2.8 but mechanically clunky and, ultimately, a lesser value than the Nikkor (with its 5 year guarantee and high resale value). I use it with my D3 about 95% of the time. Nov 03, 2009 at 04:26 PM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #20 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM You know, I have had bad experience with the 3rd party lenses and I keep thinking Sigma will get there act together and dream that I can save some money. I may as well just tough it out and be patient and buy the Nikon. Nov 03, 2009 at 04:32 PM

Robb Mann Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #21 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM A local camera store is getting in a new shipment; I'm going to see if I can cherry-pick a good one. I desperately need an upgrade to my 28-105 for a standard zoom, and I don't want a two-pound lens to do it. Wish me luck. Nov 03, 2009 at 11:39 PM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #22 · Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Good luck Robb, I hope you get a nice one. I'm used to the weight. Nov 04, 2009 at 04:48 PM

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