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  • 4 of 6 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    TheBeepyDuck

    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Macro and telephoto in one.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Sluggish autofocus when shooting close-up.

    The 105mm focal length of this lens means that this lens serves both for telephoto and macro purposes - it deals with both of these well. For macro the lens is able to take pin-sharp photos from as little as around 15cm away, and the low aperture means that a tripod isn't always necessary for moving close-up subjects. The autofocus works relatively well, however the lens sometimes has trouble focusing on objects that are particularly small - I've found that holding my finger in front of the lens to give it something to focus on usually deals with this problem effectively. As a telephoto lens ... more
  • 19 of 34 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    stevieray

    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages value for money (compared to pro level), build quality,

    Disadvantages Disadvantages makes you think your a pro, but by its nature, proves you otherwise.

    This sigma lens is often a favourite starting point for digital SLR users (single lens reflex) looking to upgrade the 'kit' package they bought on impulse in the January sales. "I know, I've got a million pix of my children and cat, now I'll photograph flowers and insects with a macro lens, whatever that is". Don't kid yourself; the whole idea of this lens is to get close-up and personel with your subject matter (insects and flowers being two of my favs). If your looking for a mid-sized telephoto lens just to add to your camera bag, go and by a mid-sized zoom lens. Macro photography is not for ... more
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