Tag : dg macro, slr cameras, pentax samsung, 6 3, 300mm f, 3 5

Company : Sigma List Price : $299.99 Amazon Price : $249.00 Used Price : Average customer review :

Accessoies

• Tiffen 62mm UV Protection Filter
• Adorama Deluxe 5 Piece Lens Cleaning Kit
• Tiffen 62mm Photo Essentials Filter Kit
• Tiffen 62HTCGND6 62MM Digital HT Grad ND 0.6 Titanium Filter
• Tiffen 62HTSTR42 62MM Digital HT Star 4 PT 2 Titanium Filter

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Features

• Compact high performance zoom lens with a 10.7x high zoom ratio, 28 to 300-millimeter focal length
• Special low dispersion glass and aspherical lenses produce high level of optical performance
• 19.7-inch minimum focusing distance with macro mechanism for close-up photography at full zoom
• Zoom lock device prevents zoom setting from being changed inadvertently
• Designed for Pentax digital SLR cameras

Product Description

Ultra compact dimensions, length: 3.3", diameter: 2.9", filter size: 62mm and a 10.7: 1 zoom ratio make this lens the ultimate traveling companion. This versatile, all-purpose zoom can capture a wide ranging series of subjects using its wide angle, ultra-telephoto and close-up capabilities. It incorporates 2pcs Special Low Dispersion SLD glass elements and 4pcs Aspherical Lenses, to produce a high level of optical performance. Aspherical lenses provide excellent correction for all types of aberration while making a very compact construction possible. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 50cm at all focal lengths. Equipped with a macro mechanism for close-up photography at 300mm telephoto, with a reproduction ratio of 1: 3. It is equipped with a "zoom lock" to prevent the zoom setting from being changed inadvertently. It incorporates an internal focusing system, which eliminates front lens rotation, allowing the use of polarizing filters and Petal type hoods. The lens materials used in this new lens are lead and arsenic free ecological glass.

Customer reviews

Not bad at all
Thankfully, I didn't get a faulty item, and it worked fine right out of the box, no focusing problems whatsoever. With the quality control issue out of the way, I can tell you that this lens has produced some fine photos, and I can whole heartedly say that I got more than my money's worth.

Let's get the cons out of the way first. The zoom mechanism is a bit tight - but this has loosened considerably, now that I've taken more than 1,000 images in a variety of locations (I've taken this lens into the jungle and up to the summit of Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia). The zoom lock is something I rarely use (since it only locks at the 28mm position), and lens creep is definitely present (I don't mind, I keep my kit in a camera bag). With the lens fully extended, images get rather soft, but this lens has enough range on it that the useable range (with regard to image sharpness) is more than adequate.

Now to the good points - this lens is CHEAP! Considering the range you get, this is really a bargain. It doesn't feel like it, though. This thing is built like a brick, and it's just as tough. It's on the heavy side, and I appreciate the choice of materials (the rubber texture is a plus). This once rolled off my lap and into sand. Yes, SAND. I was able to save it with a couple of stiff puffs and an earnest prayer. Colors are well rendered, and bokeh comes out lovely (given the right aperture and focal length mix - see photo).

All in all, I think this was a good purchase. This was my first lens, and looking back, I think I couldn't have found a more empowering piece of glass considering its versatility, durability and price point.

did not work
this product did not with my camera, like it said. but it was very easy to send back.

My first dslr lens
I really enjoyed this lens for a little over a year. Great range for the price. Unfortunately as of last month mold developed on the inside of the glass, a huge bummer. my only point of criticism is that the zoom lock broke within the first weeks, didn't affect the pictures but it was kinda a pain because i couldn't carry my camera on my shoulder (with the strap) without the lens completely hanging out. overall, for the price it was great, but i'm probably going with tamron for my next lens (shooting on a pentax k100).

A hidden bargain!
I really like my copy of Sigma 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 DG Macro. The image quality for the range of 50-200 is comparable to highly regarded Pentax DA 50-200. It is actually even better at 80-150, and 28mm is wide enough for most walk around activity.

The Sigma 28-200 has faster/quieter AF than the DA-50-200, but it's little bit heavier and longer when fully extended. For the convinience of covering additional 28-50 and the IQ resulting as good/better than DA 50-200, I returned the DA 50-200.

This product is one of the best deals out there for walk around lens. It's too bad this model has been discontinued and replaced by 18-200 DC model at alot higher price with lesser performance at long range, but you can still get Sigma 28-200 DG Macro while it's still available.

happy shooting!

Impressive
I've done my research and to me this was the best deal. When comparing this lens to my old 100 mm from my Pentax K1000 i discovered there wasn't a significant difference at all. Maybe a very small amount of a difference but shouldn't a 100 mm be a little less then 200?? I'm not so sure i trust the rating. Other then that i honestly don't care, its a very pretty lens and i included a couple pics of the lens and one i took using the lens with my Pentax K10D.