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Archive 2020Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
p.14 #1Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
j4nu wrote:
I've been on the lookout for this too. Today I found an iShoot option that is around 1/3rd the price. It's available on eBay and Amazon (in the UK at least): https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08GY7YJ4S/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_1285150262?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8
In case that link doesn't work, just search for "ishoot tripod mount ring sigma 100-400 dg dn" in either eBay or Amazon.Nice find! I have a question though, since Sigma 100-400 DG DN is not that heavy, is there any obvious benefit to using a tripod collar?
IMO, it's still heavy enough to warrant a tripod collar for tripod use, especially when it's fully extended.
sidaths wrote
numbers505 wrote
Just ordered and looking for the tripod mount. $130? Has anyone had any luck with an off-brand version?In case that link doesn't work, just search for "ishoot tripod mount ring sigma 100-400 dg dn" in either eBay or Amazon.
IMO, it's still heavy enough to warrant a tripod collar for tripod use, especially when it's fully extended.
Aug 29, 2020 at 09:09 PM
p.14 #2Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
I just received my copy yesterday but have not really spent much time with it. But I do agree that if you are going to shoot this lens on a tripod you do need a collar. And I really like the Sigma collar.
I compared the weight with collar of my Sony 70-200 F4 which was just under 1000 grams (also UV filter) to the Sigma with collar (no UV) at 1250 grams.
I think you get a lot more focal range for 275is grams.
Hodie wrote:
I've been on the lookout for this too. Today I found an iShoot option that is around 1/3rd the price. It's available on eBay and Amazon (in the UK at least): https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08GY7YJ4S/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_1285150262?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8
In case that link doesn't work, just search for "ishoot tripod mount ring sigma 100-400 dg dn" in either eBay or Amazon.Nice find! I have a question though, since Sigma 100-400 DG DN is not that heavy, is there any obvious benefit to using a tripod collar?IMO, it's still heavy enough to warrant a tripod collar for tripod use, especially when it's fully extended.
I compared the weight with collar of my Sony 70-200 F4 which was just under 1000 grams (also UV filter) to the Sigma with collar (no UV) at 1250 grams.
I think you get a lot more focal range for 275is grams.
Hodie wrote:
j4nu wrote
sidaths wrote
numbers505 wrote
Just ordered and looking for the tripod mount. $130? Has anyone had any luck with an off-brand version?In case that link doesn't work, just search for "ishoot tripod mount ring sigma 100-400 dg dn" in either eBay or Amazon.
Aug 29, 2020 at 09:30 PM
p.14 #3Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
j4nu wrote:
Nice find! I have a question though, since Sigma 100-400 DG DN is not that heavy, is there any obvious benefit to using a tripod collar?
Yes -- you can manage without the collar in non windy conditions (as I have) but framing is harder with ball head sag (on mine at least) when you have the lens fully extended. It does look like it will affect that portability of the lens though, so I'll probably leave the collar behind if I think I'll be mostly hand holding.
Nice find! I have a question though, since Sigma 100-400 DG DN is not that heavy, is there any obvious benefit to using a tripod collar?
Yes -- you can manage without the collar in non windy conditions (as I have) but framing is harder with ball head sag (on mine at least) when you have the lens fully extended. It does look like it will affect that portability of the lens though, so I'll probably leave the collar behind if I think I'll be mostly hand holding.
Aug 30, 2020 at 12:51 PM
p.14 #4Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Female Black Throated Blue Warbler:
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http:// Female Black Throated Blue Warbler 27 Aug Crop 1C by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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Aug 30, 2020 at 01:22 PM
p.14 #5Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
I had a chance to spend a bit more time with this lens and do a casual comparison to my 24-105. This was far from a rigorous comparison in that I only shot both lenses at approximately 105mm and at F11....I am a landscape guy I really don't have that much interest at how it performs wider open (for the most part). And for the most part I was looking at big issues with my copy that might necessitate returning it.
So in my casual comparison, I found the two lenses pretty equal which is a good thing, when you are comparing it to the 24-=105. I found the Sigma to be a bit more contrasty, which isn't surprising based upon the comments of some about the 24-105 being pretty flat. Contrasty can be interpretied as being sharper and I wouldn't say that that the Sigma was sharper, but I would say that the Sigma was just as sharp and certainly plenty sharp for my needs.
I didn't have the opportunity to compare it to my newly departed 70-200F4 but I would say that I found the 70-200F4 to be just off of the 24-105. Thus I think the new Sigma will be very good and more than enough sharpness for almost everyone.
So in my casual comparison, I found the two lenses pretty equal which is a good thing, when you are comparing it to the 24-=105. I found the Sigma to be a bit more contrasty, which isn't surprising based upon the comments of some about the 24-105 being pretty flat. Contrasty can be interpretied as being sharper and I wouldn't say that that the Sigma was sharper, but I would say that the Sigma was just as sharp and certainly plenty sharp for my needs.
I didn't have the opportunity to compare it to my newly departed 70-200F4 but I would say that I found the 70-200F4 to be just off of the 24-105. Thus I think the new Sigma will be very good and more than enough sharpness for almost everyone.
Aug 30, 2020 at 04:05 PM
p.14 #6Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
How is the vignetting? Does LR support this lens?
Aug 30, 2020 at 11:41 PM
p.14 #7Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
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http:// Hummingbird 31 Aug Crop 11B by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Hummingbird in Flight 31 Aug 3a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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Sep 01, 2020 at 10:08 AM
p.14 #8Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
More Central Park Birds with the Sony A7R3 + Sigma 100-400 DG DN:
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http:// Juvenile Red Tail Hawk 31 Aug Crop 25D by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Juvenile Red Tail Hawk 31 Aug Crop 24C by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Juvenile Red Tail Hawk 31 Aug Crop 17B by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Juvenile Red Tail Hawk 31 Aug 14A by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Juvenile Red Tail Hawk From Distance 1a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Duck Grooming with Reflection 31 Aug 7A by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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http:// Duck Reflection 31 Aug 5a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr |
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Sep 01, 2020 at 02:26 PM
p.14 #9Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
A7R2_Sigma Contemporary 100-400/5-6.3
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https://www.zeissimages.com/gallery/951/U951.1598981064.4.jpg
Sep 02, 2020 at 12:04 PM
p.14 #10Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Bees and flowers with the Sigma 100-400 and Sony A7R3:
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Sep 03, 2020 at 05:18 PM
p.14 #11Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
j4nu wrote:
I've been on the lookout for this too. Today I found an iShoot option that is around 1/3rd the price. It's available on eBay and Amazon (in the UK at least): https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08GY7YJ4S/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_1285150262?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8
In case that link doesn't work, just search for "ishoot tripod mount ring sigma 100-400 dg dn" in either eBay or Amazon.Nice find! I have a question though, since Sigma 100-400 DG DN is not that heavy, is there any obvious benefit to using a tripod collar?
I'd like a tripod collar when considering balance issues. One is with stability and tipping. I'd rather have the load much more balanced over the head as opposed to almost all of the weight to to the lens side (even with the usual precautions like hanging weight, etc.).
Also, I've found even lighter lenses, like the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR at 26.3 oz. (745g) on a D7200 could be troublesome on a tripod and/or head that wasn't really up to the unbalanced weight, "advertised" capacity notwithstanding.
I'm considering it for use on an A6400 and even if assured the mount was strong enough, I'd be much happier with the body hanging off the lens than vice versa when on the tripod.
sidaths wrote
numbers505 wrote
Just ordered and looking for the tripod mount. $130? Has anyone had any luck with an off-brand version?In case that link doesn't work, just search for "ishoot tripod mount ring sigma 100-400 dg dn" in either eBay or Amazon.
I'd like a tripod collar when considering balance issues. One is with stability and tipping. I'd rather have the load much more balanced over the head as opposed to almost all of the weight to to the lens side (even with the usual precautions like hanging weight, etc.).
Also, I've found even lighter lenses, like the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR at 26.3 oz. (745g) on a D7200 could be troublesome on a tripod and/or head that wasn't really up to the unbalanced weight, "advertised" capacity notwithstanding.
I'm considering it for use on an A6400 and even if assured the mount was strong enough, I'd be much happier with the body hanging off the lens than vice versa when on the tripod.
Sep 03, 2020 at 06:20 PM
p.14 #12Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Thanks for the responses, I only use the Sigma handheld but tried it briefly on a tripod to check IS effect but didn't notice any issues with balance (that was a very short test though). I'll try again sometime to see if it bothers me in any way...
Sep 04, 2020 at 12:27 AM
p.14 #13Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Took this one coming down from Glacier Point in Yosemite on Sunday. Pretty surreal with the wildfires.
Sep 08, 2020 at 12:55 AM
p.14 #14Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Hodie wrote:
Took this one coming down from Glacier Point in Yosemite on Sunday. Pretty surreal with the wildfires.
Fantastic shot. Congrats.
Sep 08, 2020 at 03:59 AM
p.14 #15Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Stunning shot, if you don't mind me asking - how close are those colors to what you saw?
All the best,
-TBri
All the best,
-TBri
Sep 08, 2020 at 05:11 AM
p.14 #16Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
TravelinBriNY wrote:
Stunning shot, if you don't mind me asking - how close are those colors to what you saw?
All the best,
-TBri
Thanks, the color is pretty close to what I saw, but I edited the photo to bring out more contrast and saturation that was otherwise dulled by the haze of the smoke. So, if I'm being honest, there is some embellishment being done here, but nothing too drastic that the RAW couldn't handle
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Stunning shot, if you don't mind me asking - how close are those colors to what you saw?
All the best,
-TBri
Thanks, the color is pretty close to what I saw, but I edited the photo to bring out more contrast and saturation that was otherwise dulled by the haze of the smoke. So, if I'm being honest, there is some embellishment being done here, but nothing too drastic that the RAW couldn't handle
.Sep 08, 2020 at 01:42 PM
p.14 #17Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
I continue to be VERY impressed with this lens for most uses and in comparison to the Sony 100-400. I’m not a birder so I can’t speak to those needs, but for most other needs it comes very close to the Sony 100-400.
Sep 08, 2020 at 02:52 PM
p.14 #18Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Here's another taken from Glacier Point. This was around 1:30 pm.
Sep 08, 2020 at 04:24 PM
p.14 #19Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Forgive me if this is discussed somewhere else (feel free to direct me), but has anyone done head-to-head comparisons with a *good* copy of the Sony 70-300G? I had a good copy that was quite sharp before I sold it for the Tammy 70-180, but now am wondering how this would compare if I wanted to get back to some additional reach for sharpness/contrast/color...
Thanks!
Thanks!
Sep 09, 2020 at 11:00 AM
p.14 #20Pre-order: Sigma 100-400/5-6.3 DG DN OS FE ($949!)
Really enjoying this lens. It's a great balance of size, IQ, and versatility.
Panasonic S1R + Sigma 100-400mm DG DN
DC-S1R 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary 020 f6.3 P1020236
Panasonic S1R + Sigma 100-400mm DG DN
DC-S1R 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary 020 f6.3 P1020236 Sep 09, 2020 at 04:09 PM