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Abstract: The full-frame compatible Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art is available in Canon EF and Sigma mount options, as well as in Leica L and Sony E for mirrorless cameras. The build quality and finish of the new lens is top-class. Premium materials include Sigma's...
Abstract: Last updated: November 2, 2018Whether you've grown tired of what came with your Sony mirrorless camera, or want to start photographing different subjects, a new lens is probably in order. Whether you're looking to take close-ups, sports photos or interior...
Fantastic image quality: high resolution, no distortion, no color defects, Nice and compact for a full-frame lens, Very attractively priced, AF fine-tuning or (later) updating the firmware with optional USB dock,
Slow autofocus, AF motor is not silent, Lens varies in length when focusing, becomes very long for macro work, No built-in image stabilization, Sigma 70mm f/2.8 Macro Art: unrivaled in price-to-quality ratio, The Sigma 70 mm f/2.8 Macro is the replacement
Excellent image quality, nice build and industrial design
Flybywire focusing takes getting used to, not ideal for video, PRICE: $569
While many Sigma lenses enjoy a price differential with their OEM competitors, this particular Art lens is something of a premium product in the class. While Nikon and Canon don't produce 70mm Macros, both companies offer (older) 60mm lenses for less than...
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Published: 2018-09-04, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Excellent resolution, 1:1 macro magnification, Minimal distortion, Compact, Affordable, Available for multiple camera systems,
Physically extends to focus, slowing performance, Omits optical stabilization, Not available in Nikon mount
The Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro Art is a small, light 1:1 macro lens with sharp optics, but slow autofocus...
Smallish size, Can be very sharp, Weather sealing,
Still trying to totally understand why 70mm was picked despite the fact that you can create wonderful photos with it, The Sigma 70mm f2.8 DG Macro Art is a great lens. It can shoot great images, they'll be sharp, and the photos will be crisp. There is no
Abstract: Canon is one of the most trusted names in photography, and countless enthusiasts, family photographers, and pros reach for its cameras to capture the natural world. The company's SLRs can swap lenses, so you can change the angle of view to snap shots of w...
Abstract: The Nikon SLR system is beloved by enthusiasts and serves as the workhorse for many professionals. And it's been around for decades, so there's no shortage of compatible lenses. When shopping for new glass today, you have access to hundreds of options fro...
Abstract: When you're buying a camera with interchangeable lenses, you're also buying into a lens system. For many, that means optics from the same manufacturer as your camera, supplemented via third parties. The L-Mount mirrorless system is a bit different-while i...
Abstract: Cameras that can swap out lenses, like those in Sony's mirrorless system, don't work with just any lens. You'll need to shop for one that's made for your camera. If you opt for the Sony system, you'll benefit from a very long history, and with a decade's...
