comparison of Sigma and Tamron Apo F2.8 70-200 for Konica Minolta Digital Camera: What are the advantrages and disadvantages of each of these lens for this particular camera?
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I tested both the Tamron and Sigma 70 to 200 f 2/8.`and this is my review. Every one is hot for fast AF, well the Sigma had fast AF, but the pictures it took sucked. The Tamron with its AF system took Great photos, but had slower AF. I don't know what you want, but I want great pictures. As far as sporting events go, set lens to inf., and shoot away, no problem. Thats the way it was done before all this AF. Hands down Tamron wins. I could have got the Nikon version of this lens, but even if you can afford it, what wrong with bang for the buck?
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Hi John, I've been researching this question for longer than is sane. It's easy to overwhelm yourself if you read every single (differing) opinion, which I have. I also considered the Sigma 18-250 but it's soft sample pics disappoint me. The comparison pictures on the following link made up my mind to go for the Canon over the Tamron http://www.juzaphoto.com/eng/articles/canon_18-200_sigma18-250_tamrom18-250_18-270.htm The other things include the indecisive AF on Tamron, this would frustrate me but would cause my wife to give up using it. I am convinced with fast moving kids and finding my favourite shots through an opportunistic eye that a superzoom is the way for me. If you set out to photograph a certain thing and aren't distracted by serendipity then multiple lens' might work for you.
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I also had a Minolta 7000i, with 5 different lenses from Sigma for the Minolta. I took them to Best Buy and tried them on a Sony a230 dslr.......... they all worked flawlessly........... I would expect the same or better from your old Minolta lenses........ a big plus there are a ton of the old Minolta lenses for sale on Ebay for pennies on the dollarSony Alpha DSLR-A290L 14.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55 Lens Sony kept the Minolta lenses mounts.............may not be true of manual focus lenses I don;t know if Canon and Nikon kept the same mounts for their new DSLR's
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I had the same dilemma but settle for the canon 18-200- the zoom on the Tamron is only about 220 not 270mm- Canon better IQ- Tamron has 6 years warrenty- Tamron is very small and light- Canon about $75 less but Tamron goive out rebate once in a while- (In my opinion) canon len retain their value longerThis is pretty much all the differences
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Hi Jack - to be honest I've not had hands on with this lens. It was bought for my Son for his birthday. And from what I do know about it it is smaller and with the Macro capability - a more useful lens, also the 18-200 has less focal range then the newer Macro Lens. Seems to have pretty good reviews and as my son uses it for digital video - he's pretty happy thus far. Sorry I can't be of more help.Chuck
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My Minolta auto-focus lenses from the 90's work just fine on Alpha series cameras. The focal length of the lens on a digital camere will be roughly 1.5 times the rated lengths. The sensor is smaller than 35 mm, so some cropping occurs.
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I'm a previous owner of Tamron's 18-270 vc. The 18-270 was annoyingly noisy when set to auto focus. The benefits of upgrading to Tamron's 16-300 are increased range and quiet pizzio drive. Țamron's 16-300 is my new go to all around lens.
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PD thank you for the great review. What do you guys think about the new Tamron 70-200mm ?
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I wasn't aware Sigma made this same lens in a "macro" version? Becarefull believing the discriptions as some "used" products are misrepresented. Any how, macro will allow for a shorter minimum focus distance. Good luck
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I use my Sigma religiously! It has actually become my favorite lens! As far as a comparison, I do not own a Canon version and have not tried one. Many reviews here http://reviews.cnet.com/lenses/sigma-apo-70-200mm/4505-13038_7-35643871.html
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Although I have both Tamron and Sigma lenses, I prefer using Sigma. Better clarity, better constructed.
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I don't have the Tamron 70-200 but I have the canon 70-200L f4, and I must say the 24-70 Tamron is not as sharp as the canon. Having said this, the Tamron is sharp enough for me and in anycase you need wide-tele lens for general photography as opposed to long telephoto zooms such as 70-200.
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I have no idea as I have never used a Sigma lens. I know with my Tamron... I do get good shots with it. Only problem is using it runs my battery down faster. Sorry couldnt help, but I love mine.
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It doesn't get super close, but it's really damn sharp. If you want to get closer, I'd suggest Sigma's 28mm f1.8 macro (they also have a 24, a 50, etc.)The macros are reviewed well enough, may not be as optimal in the corners, but for center-frame macro shots, everything else will be bokeh-d out anyway. This is more of a perfect travel lens- sharp as anything corner to corner for the landscape shots, and wide f1.8 for the people shots, while still being practical and relatively distortion-free.
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The Sigma 17-50 won't be much sharper on the D600. You can only use it in DX crop mode and will be 10mp. FX will vignette badly. I have the Tamron 17-50 and it's an amazing DX lens. I won't use it on the D600 though.
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Minolta was aquired by Sony about six years ago. All Minolta autofocus lenses are compatible. There are third party manufacturers that make A-mount lenses too. The big ones are Tamron who Sony have invested in, Sigma and Tokina.When buying Sigma lenses you must ensure that the box has a compatible with Sony A33/55 logo on it or you will have to send the lens back to Sigma for an update. Sigma reverse engineer the lens mount rather than pay a license fee to the camera brands, so their lenses occasionally have compatibilty problems. Their lenses have a problem with the latest Sony cameras, A33, 35, 55, 65, 77 and any future model. Minolta was aquired by Sony about six years ago. All Minolta autofocus lenses are compatible. There are third party manufacturers that make A-mount lenses too. The big ones are Tamron who Sony have invested in, Sigma and Tokina.When buying Sigma lenses you must ensure that the box has a compatible with Sony A33/55 logo on it or you will have to send the lens back to Sigma for an update. Sigma reverse engineer the lens mount rather than pay a license fee to the camera brands, so their lenses occasionally have compatibilty problems. Their lenses have a problem with the latest Sony... » Read More Minolta was aquired by Sony about six years ago. All Minolta autofocus lenses are compatible. There are third party manufacturers that make A-mount lenses too. The big ones are Tamron who Sony have invested in, Sigma and Tokina.When buying Sigma lenses you must ensure that the box has a compatible with Sony A33/55 logo on it or you will have to send the lens back to Sigma for an update. Sigma reverse engineer the lens mount rather than pay a license fee to the camera brands, so their lenses occasionally have compatibilty problems. Their lenses have a problem with the latest Sony cameras, A33, 35, 55, 65, 77 and any future model. « Show Less
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This is one of the best lenses I have ever owned. I am not sure about the 35-70 2.8 version because there is no macro application on the 24-70. I use this lens for both fx and dx cameras how ever I would assume that it is a little sharper than the 35-70 due to the fact that it is newer technology. I can't find any current reviews for your lens. I agree with Marty in LA, buy the Nikon 105mm or 200mm if you want macro and if you need a versatile wide angle buy the 24-70 2.8 and the 70-200 in either F2.8 or F4...