Has anyone compared this Sigma APO EX DG HSM OS FLD to the Tamron SP 70-200 DI VC USD?
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As a professional photographer myself, I weighed both options heavily prior to purchasing the Sigma 70-200 which I absolutely love! The quality is amazing. I did ask other photographers who owned the tamron lens and paid the cheaper price but defined the sigma lens as the better deal. One of the main reasons is construction of the lens. They reported the tamron lens having more problems after a few years and going 'soft' due to the plastic casing whereas the sigma didn't-making it a better choice for the money. I think the sigma lens will pay for itself this year.
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No personal experience with the Tamron, but sure it is excellent as well. I really like my Sigma and have no issues with it at all. Look up Matt Granger on YouTube for an excellent comparison on Nikon, Sigma and Tamron versions of this lens.
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I am a serious amateur. After comparing both lens, I concluded that the sigma is a better deal.After purchasing the Sigma I could not be happier with my purchase, it's an excellent lens for the money, I love it!
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I'd say yes. You can look up a nice comparison in YouTube by thatnikonguy (matt granger) whew he looks at the canon, tamron, and Sigma equivalents in the 70 to 200 range. The tamron held up very well
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Love my Sigma. It is fantastic lens for the money. If video is a requirement, I recommend the Sony. The OSS makes for much better video. BTW - when I shoot video, I change to 16-50 lens with OSS.
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I think I have to agree with Carl Peluso. The Sam's DVP FX811 boasts an 800x480 resolution. The buttons at the bottom of the screen are identical - they're round and placed exactly the same as the FX820. The FX810 has a chrome hinge for the screen, the FX811 is black. If the manual for the two models is word for word identical and they look identical I'd say they're the same.I may get the FX811 and save the $20.
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I will look it up when I get home, but typically there are different models for each major brand type, especially from Sigma. You can cross check with adorama or B & H
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Massive difference on the bokeh side - the 85/1.8D has a (subjectively speaking) nasty rear defocus rendering. The G OTOH seems to have quite a pleasing bokeh.
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Robb, Thanks for your input. Before I installed the Series II to its designated spot in my home, I tested them by letting them sit in my family room HT system (TSi 400, CS10, RTi4,and PSW111) but it did not sound as good as TSI400, especdially in mid range - solo violin and piano did not sound clean. As I purchased Monitor 70 as it is supposed be an old model of TSi500. I hope the SeriesII was not designed to sell a cheaper model with cheaper price. As CS10 might be the reason for a poor mid range, I will continue to figure out how to work it out.
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Not sure, check Sigma site, they have all the info you could possibly need.
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For the D50 and D90 I'm partial to the 28-200. Got three from Tamron and one from Sigma and all were under $100 on Ebay. They AF quickly and are razorsharp. Most were bought attached to a cheapo camera like an N60 or a N2020.
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I am using Sigma 150mm f2.8 AF APO EX DG OS HSM for Canon. I don't have any problem to use f2.8 at 1:1. Using a tripod to shoot at flat object first to see if you can get a focused image. If you do, then the lens is good. At f2.8 and 1:1, DOF is almost 0, means that you only have a "point", or a "flat" image in focus. Macro lens using f2.8 at 1:1 has its use, may be doesn't fit for one of your applications.
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Yes. HSM is Sigma's version of Nikon's AF-S. It features an internal motor so it will not only focus with the D40, but it will focus much faster than say, if you used a D50 with a normal AF lens, and it will be much more quiet.
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no, that is Tamron SP 70-200MM F/2.8 DI VC USD Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon (FX) CamerasIf you have the funds, but the VC version, If not, the optics on this lens is the same w/o the VC... focusing is slower too.
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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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The Canon 70D has a APS-C sensor. The Tamron 28-300mm is specifically made for full frame sensors. For your 70D I suggest the Tamron 18-270mm Di II VC PZD which has had some outstanding reviews and is quite affordable.
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Have not tried the tamron the cannon 24-70 2.8L II . Is a a purchase I'll never regret. It holds up against my friends zeiss primes plus blazing fast auto focus
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Just the smaller sensor DX. When I changed to full frame I switched to a Tamron 28-300 it was about the same price and does just fine
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Joey, I have the H20 and I just received my VCL-DH1758. I also have the VCL-DH0758 (wide angle) you WILL need the adaptor VAD-HA. The adaptor works well and is actually pretty cool. It slides right over the built in lens and an 1/8 of a turn causes it to click and lock into place. The camera looks like a small DSLR, the photos are great and I've even received compliments on the look of the setup. If you haven't already done so, pick up the VAD-HA and have fun with your new setup!