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Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon
- Price: $499.00
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- B&H # SI1770284DCN
- Mfr# 884306
Product Highlights
- Aperture Range: f/2.8-22
- Hyper Sonic AF Motor
- Optical Stabilizer
- Macro Capabilities
- Compact and Lightweight TSC Construction
- FLD, SLD, and Aspherical Lens Elements
- Super Multi-Layer Coating
- Compatible with Sigma USB Dock
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The Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon is a standard zoom lens designed especially for DSLRs with APS-C-sized image sensors. This lens has a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 25.5-105mm, providing wide-angle to portrait-length angles of view for use in everyday shooting situations.
This lens features a fast f/2.8-4 maximum aperture to help better control your focus plane and to aid in low-light shooting. A built-in Optical Stabilizer also helps in low-light situations by providing a four-stop reduction in the appearance of camera shake, which is ideally suited for macro and telephoto shooting as well. The Hyper Sonic AF Motor delivers fast, smooth, and quiet auto focusing that greatly benefits video applications. This AF motor can also be instantly deactivated by rotating the manual focus ring, giving you the ability to fine-tune your focus manually. The integration of two FLD, one SLD, and three aspherical lenses in the construction helps to reduce the effects of chromatic and chromatic axial aberrations, and Super Multi-Layer coated elements help to increase contrast for sharp, clear imagery.
As part of Sigma's new Contemporary line of lenses, this lens is designed using Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) materials to help reduce the overall weight and size of the lens barrel by about 30% without compromising on optical integrity, rigidity, or overall durability.
For updating lens firmware and fine-tuning its nuances to best-suit your personal shooting, this lens is compatible with the Sigma USB Dock. The dock allows you to specify certain parameters and other settings through the Sigma Optimization Pro software, such as AF speed and focusing limitations.
- Contemporary Lens Line
- This lens is the first lens produced as part of Sigma's Contemporary line; deeming it lightweight and compact while still exhibiting high optical performance. This lens' wide range of focal lengths makes is suitable for a variety of shooting applications. Utilizing a smaller OS unit and an optimized distribution of optical and electronic elements, the size of the lens barrel is able to be reduced in size by approximately 30%. This reduction in weight is also afforded in part through the use of TSC materials in the barrel construction. This material offers high durability and rigidity but with less bulk than metal components.
- Macro Shooting Capabilities
- This lens features a maximum magnification of 1:2.8 and a minimum focus distance of 8.7" / 22cm, giving a working distance of just 2.2" / 5.5cm when shooting at the 70mm focal length.
- Optimized Lens Construction
- Two FLD (F Low Dispersion) glass elements, one SLD (Super Low Dispersion) glass element, and three aspherical glass elements, including a double-sided aspherical lens, are integrated into the lens' construction to help improve overall image quality. The combination of these elements provides a reduction in both chromatic and axial chromatic aberrations throughout the focusing and zoom ranges. A Super Multi-Layer Coating is also applied to lens surfaces to reduce the appearance of lens flare and ghosting, which helps to maintain image contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
- Hyper Sonic AF Motor
- The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) provides fast, quiet, and smooth auto focusing that is well-suited for use with video applications. This AF motor can also be manually overridden at any time by rotating the focusing ring, giving you the ability to fine-tune image sharpness through manual focusing.
- Optical Stabilizer
- The OS (Optical Stabilizer) system is incorporated into the lens to provide a four-stop-equivalent reduction in the appearance of camera shake. This enables greater handheld shooting possibilities when working in low-lit situations, at longer focal lengths, and when working with macro subjects.
- Other Features
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- A large maximum aperture of f/2.8-4 helps with low-light photography and also offers greater control over your focus plane for selective focus shooting.
- A brass bayonet mount provides reinforced durability at the connection point between the lens and your camera.
- Compatible with Sigma's USB Dock and Sigma Optimization Pro software for fine-tuning your lens' performance, updating its firmware, and better suiting it to your needs.
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length |
17 - 70 mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 25.5 - 105 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8 - 4 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility | DSLR (APS-C Sensor) |
| Angle of View | 79.7° - 22.9° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 8.66" (22 cm) |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:2.8 |
| Groups/Elements | 14/16 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | Front: 72 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.11 x 3.23" (79 x 82 mm) |
| Weight | 16.40 oz (465 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (9)
- Lightweight (9)
- Durable (7)
- Easily interchangeable (6)
- Strong construction (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (7)
- Low light (6)
- Macro photography (6)
- Weddings (6)
- Night photography (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 11 customers
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Softer Sides At 17mm Fl
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
General purpose lens for crop sensor walk about. Offering a good range (albeit less than the Nikon 16-85) with excellent sharpness, resolution and color in the center of the image at all FL's. However, on the wider end of things, you cannot get rid of slightly softer sides, even at F9-F11 (the sweet spot for the 17 - 20mm focal lengths).
Better sharpness in the center and intermediate areas that even the 17-55 Nikon.
The macro is good too, offering some creative freedom that the Nikon does not offer.
Unlike most Sigma lenses I have owned (about 20), this is the first to hit focus on just about every shot. AF is fast and silent (nearly), and the OS offers great handhold ability when needed.
Overall conclusion then: Someone coming from the Nikon 16-85 will find this a good step up IMO, and even from the Nikon 17-55/2.8 it offers some performance benefits.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by DavidWegs
17mm; F5.6; iso100; 1/400th; D7100 - Flat lighting
Images shared by DavidWegs
70mm; f4; iso100; 1/400th; D7100 - Soft sun
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
This lens is absolutely wonderful, i love it. The build quality is really good. Zooming is really smooth. Focusing speed is quite fast considering i have a d3100. I can't really think of a flaw for this lens. It's perfect for it's price range and it's fairly light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I bought this lens for use on a Nikon 5200 purchased for my granddaughter. I much prefer it to the standard 5200 kit lens. Build quality is much greater, zoom range is larger, the aperture is bigger and it has image stabilization. I'm quite pleased with the image quality of this lens and would recommend it to the beginning DSLR photographer.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
- Similar:
- Canon 24-105mm f4 L, Canon 70-200mm f2.8 L
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
Being a Nikon person with only Nikon products this was my 1st venture into the Sigma product line. I have only had the lens about 2 weeks but I am extremely happy with the results so far. I am using a Nikon D7000.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- B+W 72mm UV Haze MRC 010M Filter
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
Great for everyday shooting. Beautiful images.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
Thins lens is the perfect walk around lens for my needs. It is light, it has a large aperture, it focuses very close, it has a very versatile zoom range, and it is sharp. I used to shoot the professional level Nikon 17-55 and I prefer this lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
far better than what i expected..ultra fast zoom & its very quite.
build quality is great, feels very solid
images are ultra sharp from any range..sweet spot f5.6-f8 range
i would buy it over & over again
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by jpeg
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I use this lens for closeup video shots.so far so good!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by OstyleProductions
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I use this lens in allmost all the near ocacions. Wedings, birthdays, inside, outside. Its bery lighting and fast responded.
Allso i used for macrophotagraphy.
I am bery happy.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Lupeto
Images shared by Lupeto
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
This is the perfect primary travel lens for people who like shooting anything from insects, to flowers, to people, to art, to architecture. It is not perfect, but with a bit of perimeter cropping, I love the results. Pictures are clear and sharp in the center and the speed allows food shooting without a flash. I highly recommend this lens for anyone who travels...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Low light performance
- macro feature
- Quality images
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- landscape
- Macro
- Portrait
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I have been using Sigma lenses for quite some time now and just love them. This one just adds to that feeling.
The lens is quick to focus, great performance even in low light and images are just beautiful.
It feels very comfortable to handle and use.
Another great addition to the Sigma family.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-11
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (9)
- Lightweight (9)
- Durable (7)
- Easily interchangeable (6)
- Strong construction (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (7)
- Low light (6)
- Macro photography (6)
- Weddings (6)
- Night photography (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 11 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-11
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Softer Sides At 17mm Fl
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
General purpose lens for crop sensor walk about. Offering a good range (albeit less than the Nikon 16-85) with excellent sharpness, resolution and color in the center of the image at all FL's. However, on the wider end of things, you cannot get rid of slightly softer sides, even at F9-F11 (the sweet spot for the 17 - 20mm focal lengths).
Better sharpness in the center and intermediate areas that even the 17-55 Nikon.
The macro is good too, offering some creative freedom that the Nikon does not offer.
Unlike most Sigma lenses I have owned (about 20), this is the first to hit focus on just about every shot. AF is fast and silent (nearly), and the OS offers great handhold ability when needed.
Overall conclusion then: Someone coming from the Nikon 16-85 will find this a good step up IMO, and even from the Nikon 17-55/2.8 it offers some performance benefits.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by DavidWegs
17mm; F5.6; iso100; 1/400th; D7100 - Flat lighting
Images shared by DavidWegs
70mm; f4; iso100; 1/400th; D7100 - Soft sun
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
This lens is absolutely wonderful, i love it. The build quality is really good. Zooming is really smooth. Focusing speed is quite fast considering i have a d3100. I can't really think of a flaw for this lens. It's perfect for it's price range and it's fairly light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I bought this lens for use on a Nikon 5200 purchased for my granddaughter. I much prefer it to the standard 5200 kit lens. Build quality is much greater, zoom range is larger, the aperture is bigger and it has image stabilization. I'm quite pleased with the image quality of this lens and would recommend it to the beginning DSLR photographer.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
- Similar:
- Canon 24-105mm f4 L, Canon 70-200mm f2.8 L
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
Being a Nikon person with only Nikon products this was my 1st venture into the Sigma product line. I have only had the lens about 2 weeks but I am extremely happy with the results so far. I am using a Nikon D7000.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- B+W 72mm UV Haze MRC 010M Filter
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
Great for everyday shooting. Beautiful images.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
Thins lens is the perfect walk around lens for my needs. It is light, it has a large aperture, it focuses very close, it has a very versatile zoom range, and it is sharp. I used to shoot the professional level Nikon 17-55 and I prefer this lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
far better than what i expected..ultra fast zoom & its very quite.
build quality is great, feels very solid
images are ultra sharp from any range..sweet spot f5.6-f8 range
i would buy it over & over again
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by jpeg
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I use this lens for closeup video shots.so far so good!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by OstyleProductions
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I use this lens in allmost all the near ocacions. Wedings, birthdays, inside, outside. Its bery lighting and fast responded.
Allso i used for macrophotagraphy.
I am bery happy.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Lupeto
Images shared by Lupeto
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
This is the perfect primary travel lens for people who like shooting anything from insects, to flowers, to people, to art, to architecture. It is not perfect, but with a bit of perimeter cropping, I love the results. Pictures are clear and sharp in the center and the speed allows food shooting without a flash. I highly recommend this lens for anyone who travels...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Low light performance
- macro feature
- Quality images
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- landscape
- Macro
- Portrait
Comments about Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon:
I have been using Sigma lenses for quite some time now and just love them. This one just adds to that feeling.
The lens is quick to focus, great performance even in low light and images are just beautiful.
It feels very comfortable to handle and use.
Another great addition to the Sigma family.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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