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Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Medium Telephoto Macro Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras | 
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| Brand: Sigma
Category: Photography
List Price: $439.00
Buy New: $394.00
You Save: $45.00 (10%)
New (8) from $394.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  14 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Maximum Focal Length: 105
Minimum Focal Length: 105
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 4 x 4 x 3.1
MPN: B0002P19XK
Model: B0002P19XK
UPC: 085126257446
EAN: 0085126257446
ASIN: B0002P19XK
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Super Multi Coating reduces flare and ghosting that tends to occur when using digital SLR cameras | | • | High performance medium telephoto macro lens optimized for digital cameras | | • | Lens Construction - 11 Elements in 10 Groups | | • | 12.3 (31.3cm) Minimum Focusing Distance | | • | Dimensions - Diameter 2.9 x Length 3.8 (74x97.5mm) |
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Product Description
The Sigma 105mm f2.8 EX Macro delivers superb, distortion-free images throughout its broad focus range, from infinity telephoto to 1: 1 (life-size) macro, as close as 12.3" without accessories. Its non-rotating front lens group makes it easier to work with polarizing filters and has a focus limiter.A "focus-free" mechanical design allows the lens to auto focus without any interference from the manual focus ring. This makes it easier to hold the lens without affecting the speed or normal operation of the autofocus function. Rugged mechanical construction also makes it durable enough for even the heaviest use required by professional photographers.The Sigma 105mm f2.8 EX Macro features the new deluxe external EX finish. These features and other Sigma optical advances, including an uncommonly broad range of focus, make this an ideal lens for a wide variety of applications, from nature photography to portraits. A handy screw-in type metal sunshade makes it easier to rotate a polarizing filter.
Amazon.com Product Description
Optimized for Nikon digital SLR cameras but also compatible with film SLR cameras, the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 medium telephoto lens allows a greater working distance between the lens and the subject, helping it excel in all shooting ranges. The increased working distance of the lens is ideal when taking the picture of a flower among several branches, or an insect on a leaf. The narrow angle of view helps simplify the background, while the shallow depth of field makes it easier to handle the composition. The lens also offers a super multi coating that reduces the flare and ghosting that tends to occur when using digital SLR cameras, helping create crisper, sharper photos. And thanks to the Dual Focus (DF) system, the lens is easy to hold during autofocusing, but also offers smooth and positive action should you choose to focus manually on images. Other features include a minimum aperture of f/32, a screw-in lens hood that supports the use of circular polarizing filters, and a minimum focusing distance of 12.3 inches. Offering a 35mm equivalent field of view of 178mm on a digital SLR camera, the lens carries a one-year warranty. Specifications
- Focal length: 105mm
- Maximum aperture: f/2.8
- Lens construction: 11 elements in 10 groups
- Angle of view: 23.3 degrees
- Number of diaphragm blades: 8
- Minimum aperture: f/32
- Minimum focusing distance: 12.3 inches
- Maximum magnification: 1:1
- Filter size: 58mm
- Corresponding AF mounts: Nikon
- Dimensions: 2.9 inches in diameter and 3.8 inches long
- Weight: 16.1 ounces
- Warranty: 1 year
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
great lens September 30, 2008
This lens is wonderful! It is easy to use and focuses beautifully. I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in good macro and portrait photography.
Makes me look good! August 11, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Once again, I labored over the decision to purchase a Nikon lens or a Sigma (I have the Sigma 10-20mm and the new 120-400mm lens). I couldn't justify the extra cost of the Nikon ($300 plus) and chose to order the Sigma. From the very first shots I was extremely pleased. I took a few pictures of a simple flower by my mailbox. The results were amazing. The images were very sharp,the background was pleasantly out of focus, and the colors were absolutely beautiful. I was impressed enough to decide that several of these were good enough to frame and display in my home. I would recommend this lens to anyone who wants to do close-up photography.
Very good lens May 29, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've been using this lens for the past 6 months with my Nikon D50. I had previous experiences with another macro lens, the Nikon Micro 60mm borrowed from a friend. I'm not a professional photographer, but I can tell that the Sigma 105 lens is very good: solid build, sharp image, fast and silent autofocus. In my experience the Nikon Micro 60mm is slightly sharper, has a slightly more vibrant rendition of colours (red in particular), and has an heftier built. Anyway I preferred the Sigma 105 for its focal length that suits better my needs and for its very competitive price.
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for my Nikon D80 May 4, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I bought this Sigma Macro lens along with the Sigma ring flash as a matched set. I am glad I did. Sigma has a good reputation and this lens proofs it. Great price and great quality. This macro lens works perfect, the zoom and focus work great on any close subject, I am truly impressed with the photos it produces. It works perfectly with my Nikon D80 camera.
I am absolutely loving this lens! April 27, 2008
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Originally I didn't want to stray from Nikon products, but Sigma definitely has my attention. This is an excellent lens in both build quality and function. It works flawlessly on my Nikon D40, metering perfectly and in addition, even though it's manual focus on my camera, it is spot on with the auto-focus indicator light (lower left corner of view finder). I highly recommend this lens to anyone who is looking to get into macro! Don't be scared if you're a Nikon D40 user, I was at first, and now I'm hooked on this lens! Do yourself a favor and buy one!
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