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Archive 2010 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Yakim Peled
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Aaron D wrote:
I really want to know how it compares to the Canon 100-400. Has anyone found any comparisons?

It would be interesting to see, no doubt, but a 10X lens vs. a 4X lens is not a "fair fight".

Happy shooting,
Yakim.

Apr 07, 2010 at 05:49 AM

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p.3 #2 · p.3 #2 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Yakim Peled wrote:
It would be interesting to see, no doubt, but a 10X lens vs. a 4X lens is not a "fair fight".

Happy shooting,
Yakim.

That depends on the result

Apr 07, 2010 at 05:55 AM

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p.3 #3 · p.3 #3 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Ian.Dobinson wrote:
That depends on the result

other than the zoom ratio and the difference in reach (how close to 500 the siggy is at normal working distances would be interesting) its a match up that needs to be seen
cost and use are very comprable

Other than the zoom ratio? But that's a key factor. I know that the 50-500 OS is a new design while the 100-400 IS is a bit older but if the performance difference is close then that is a major achievement to Sigma.

Happy shooting,
Yakim.

Apr 07, 2010 at 06:04 AM

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p.3 #4 · p.3 #4 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

The new lenses are posted/listed on the Sigma website now...I just saw them today. Some of the new lenses do not have a list price shown and the website simply says to check back in the spring. Looking forward to seeing the new 17-50 and 70-200. Hopefully these will be affordable alternatives to the Canon lenses.

Apr 09, 2010 at 08:30 PM

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p.3 #5 · p.3 #5 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

NHUSA wrote:
The new lenses are posted/listed on the Sigma website now...I just saw them today. Some of the new lenses do not have a list price shown and the website simply says to check back in the spring. Looking forward to seeing the new 17-50 and 70-200. Hopefully these will be affordable alternatives to the Canon lenses.

All of the new Sigma lenses are free except the 50-500mm OS. They are listed as $0.00 on the Sigma website...

Apr 10, 2010 at 02:45 PM

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p.3 #6 · p.3 #6 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Hopefully these will be affordable alternatives to the Canon lenses.

I'm not interested in the price until I hear about their performance. Even if the 70-200mm OS is $1,000, but has trashy image and build quality, then forget it.

Apr 10, 2010 at 02:47 PM

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p.3 #7 · p.3 #7 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Obviously the performance of the lenses is part of the consideration when or if making the purchase. Hopefully the lenses perform well. The comments at the beginning of this thread and at the lensrental website about the new 50-500 appear to be favorable...we will just have to wait and see.

Apr 10, 2010 at 08:17 PM

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p.3 #8 · p.3 #8 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Why not buy one and find out?

EBH

Apr 10, 2010 at 08:22 PM

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p.3 #9 · p.3 #9 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Yakim Peled wrote:
It would be interesting to see, no doubt, but a 10X lens vs. a 4X lens is not a "fair fight".

Happy shooting,
Yakim.
I agree. But it would be an interesting shoot out nonetheless.

Apr 10, 2010 at 09:13 PM

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p.3 #10 · p.3 #10 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

I have had the 50-500 now for about a weeks time and I love it.
http://www.rytterfalk.com/category/lens/50-500os/

Here's one shot at 1/60s, hand held at around 300mm (no flash)


	http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4003/4526617306_5967f1a169_b.jpg

Another at a full 500mm


	http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4030/4525707568_bef6409536_b.jpg

Or wide open (6,3) at 420mm


	http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4050/4515686051_b011778aab_b.jpg

And a 1/20s hand held.. somewhere above 200mm (no flash)


	http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4071/4528523347_ca8b01e108_b.jpg

Last one, wide open and very sharp.


	http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4529155914_d55d5e0b67_b.jpg

All available as full size

Apr 17, 2010 at 02:57 PM

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p.3 #11 · p.3 #11 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Good lens, but it can't rival the 100-400. I think it was unrealistic to think it can.

Happy shooting,
Yakim.

Apr 18, 2010 at 02:34 AM

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p.3 #12 · p.3 #12 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Ian.Dobinson wrote:
That depends on the result

other than the zoom ratio and the difference in reach (how close to 500 the siggy is at normal working distances would be interesting) its a match up that needs to be seen
cost and use are very comprable

I think the old 50-500 was more like 465mm at infinity from tests I've seen. I doubt they would have addressed that. It's pretty fradulent what they get away with on zoom lenses. 10mm yes, 35mm no.

Apr 18, 2010 at 02:58 AM

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p.3 #13 · p.3 #13 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

NHUSA wrote:
I had seen the press release on the website, but as you said, there is no listing in the "normal" places...which makes no sense. If I owned a company and my company just announced 5 new products, I would want them listed on the website. There is obviously interest in the lenses and if a potential buyer wants to find information, they have to go digging around the internet to find a link to a blog...not good business! Those new lenses should be featured on Sigma's site with all sorts of samples.

Like so? : http://www.sigmaphoto.com/news/sigma-corporations-new-apo-50-500mm-f45-63-dg-os-hsm-now-on-shelves

Apr 18, 2010 at 11:55 AM

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p.3 #14 · p.3 #14 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

New samples: Click

Apr 26, 2010 at 11:51 AM

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p.3 #15 · p.3 #15 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Not bad for a 10X lens. If I'd be the kind of person lusting for hyperzooms I'd be tempted.

Happy shooting,
Yakim.

Apr 27, 2010 at 02:18 AM

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p.3 #16 · p.3 #16 · Sigma 50-500 OS works

Mine should be here by monday in Nikon mount. Should make for one fantastic hiking lens with the 50mm start (weight is what makes it from being the perfect lens)

Apr 30, 2010 at 03:43 PM

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