Sigma Telephoto 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS
The Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG macro lens delivers superb, distortion-free images throughout its broad focus range, from infinity telephoto to lifesize (1:1) macro, as close as 12.2" without accessories. Its non-rotating front lens group makes it easier to work with polarizing filters. A focus limiter helps divide the broad focus range into more manageable chunks.
The "focus-free" mechanical design allows the lens to autofocus without any interference from the manual focus ring, making it easy to hold the lens without affecting the speed or normal operation of the autofocus function. Rugged mechanical construction also makes it durable enough for even the heaviest use required by professional photographers. An ideal lens for a wide variety of applications from nature photography to portraiture.
The improved DG lens design for this lens corrects for various aberrations. This macro lens is specially coated to get the best color balance whilst cutting down on ghosting caused by reflections from the digital image sensor. The lens provides the utmost correction against lateral chromatic aberration which is a serious problem for digital SLR cameras.
- Close focus capability of 12.2"
- Improved minimum aperture of f/45 provides incredible depth of field
- Super Multi Layer (SML) coating reduces ghosting caused by reflections from the surface of digital image sensors
- Dual Focus (DF) makes the lens easier to hand hold during AF
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 105 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22 - 45 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 23.3° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 12.3" (31.24 cm) |
| Magnification | 1x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:1 |
| Groups/Elements | 10/11 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 58 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.1 x 3.7" (7.87 x 9.40 cm) |
| Weight | 15.87 oz (450 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 30 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent output (16)
- Easily interchangeable (14)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (14)
- Strong construction (11)
- Lightweight (10)
Cons
- Slow focus (11)
Best Uses
- Macro photography (13)
- Weddings (4)
- Wildlife (4)
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Low light (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (9), Semi-pro photographer (6), Photo enthusiast (4), Casual photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent for both macro work and portra
This was my first Sigma lens, and it's a beauty! The macro work I've done with it has been astounding - it's allowed me to create photos that I just can't make with any ...Read complete review
This was my first Sigma lens, and it's a beauty! The macro work I've done with it has been astounding - it's allowed me to create photos that I just can't make with any of my other lenses. I personally think that the autofocus is very quick and quiet. Depth of field is so shallow when working tight in macro mode, it doesn't really seem fair to blame the auto focus if it selects and area a few millimeters off from what you wanted - it can't read your mind! I actually have found that my favorite use for this lens is doing flower portraits. The bokeh it produces at f/2.8 is amazing, especially when isolating an individual flower or insect from everything else. I've also found it to work nicely for people portraits as well. The build is solid the finish has a nice texture to it, making it easy to hold when sweating hunched over small flowers on a hot summer day!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Go with Canon equivalent
I have used both this lens and the Canon equivalent for flower and insect photography and I would have to recommend the Canon for the following reasons: focus noise (this lens has the noisiest ...Read complete review
I have used both this lens and the Canon equivalent for flower and insect photography and I would have to recommend the Canon for the following reasons: focus noise (this lens has the noisiest AF I have ever used), focus speed (this lens is the slowest focusing lens I have ever used), focus accuracy (below average, focus hunts often too), awkward two step process to switch from AF to MF, no FTM, and this lens extends as the magnification increases. On the plus side, this lens delivers similar sharpness and its recessed front element protects the front element from getting damaged. But for only $15 more at the time of writing, the Canon equivalent is a much better buy.
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
This is an excellent Lens. It is extremely versatile as a Macro and as a portrait Lens. The images are excellent quality. The only downside is that on occasions it is a little slow to gain focus, but with a litte patience the results are amazing. Having an F/2.8 at this price more than compensates for the slowness. I would recomment to a good amateur
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
Macro photography, great for flowers and insects that you can't get right up on. Great for capturing Facial expressions from a short distance
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
I use it for wedding detail shots. And sometimes portraits.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
Everything works well except AF, which is too slow at close range.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
I use this lens in conjunction with a Sigma ring flash and Canon T1i body to take portrait and intraoral photographs. I have found it to be plenty fast for my purposes, focuses well and all that. Would definitely recommend it for anyone taking macro or close-up photographs.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
It exceeded my expectations
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
Nice crisp macro shots. DOF is awesome. Manual focus is a must but certainly not a show stopper. Nice padded case. I only gave it 4 stars because I don't care for the screw in lens hood, with it attached you can't attach the lens cap. Otherwise I have no real complaints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Lens Creep
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
I was looking to supplement my standard Rebel XTi lenses with something a little faster I could use for my kids' indoor athletic events, and this fits the bill! An added bonus is the macro functionality, which has inspired me to get creative!
I'm strictly a casual photographer but have a creative/technical background in the graphic arts. Therefore I consider myself to have a discerning eye, and the image quality of this lens when paired with my EOS is terrific.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
i nver had a sigma and was very impressed with ths workman ship
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
I mainly use this for macro work. Beautiful color and easy use. I do like the way you can go from AF to manual focus with the slide on the lense. I also have used lense for portraits and can't find any real negatives with this lense. I would definetly recommend this lense to others
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
My wife and I are new at macro photography. This is the first lens we have had, and are just really learning how to use it to its potential.
This lens takes crystal clear shots. I can focus it down to about 2 inches! It is a bit tricky to get used to focusing this close, but I would assume that is the case with any macro lens.
This lens looks really great on our Cannon EOS. It has a good amount of heft to it, which always makes me feel good abou the construction. It is still light enough to be comfortable carrying all day. We will be useing this lens for all of everyday photography from now on. It is a great all around lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
This is a very sharp easy to use lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
Didn't know that it has two settings for auto/manual focus. Took me a bit to find out why it wouldn't work until I discovered the switch on the side of the lens. Otherwise I've gotten good results. [...] Lee Wuenn
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
Its a very nice lens for the money
If you want to shot macro pictures you must focus in M mode althought is a geat lens
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
This is the perfect lens for me. It's light enough so that I can hand-hold it easily when in the macro mode. It is also a good portrait lens. I like it a lot.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Quick Focus
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro and portraits
- Portraits
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
This was my first Sigma lens, and it's a beauty! The macro work I've done with it has been astounding - it's allowed me to create photos that I just can't make with any of my other lenses. I personally think that the autofocus is very quick and quiet. Depth of field is so shallow when working tight in macro mode, it doesn't really seem fair to blame the auto focus if it selects and area a few millimeters off from what you wanted - it can't read your mind! I actually have found that my favorite use for this lens is doing flower portraits. The bokeh it produces at f/2.8 is amazing, especially when isolating an individual flower or insect from everything else. I've also found it to work nicely for people portraits as well. The build is solid the finish has a nice texture to it, making it easy to hold when sweating hunched over small flowers on a hot summer day!
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
I shoot plants and flowers mainly.
Good value for money with this one.
Manual focus works best, I use an EOS 20 D but not a big issue for what I want to do.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
The closeup capability is more than I imagined. See the texture of the rose!
Have to get used to the narrow depth of field and the need to use manual focus.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Image sharpness
Cons
- Noisy Focus
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro
- Wildlife
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
I have used both this lens and the Canon equivalent for flower and insect photography and I would have to recommend the Canon for the following reasons: focus noise (this lens has the noisiest AF I have ever used), focus speed (this lens is the slowest focusing lens I have ever used), focus accuracy (below average, focus hunts often too), awkward two step process to switch from AF to MF, no FTM, and this lens extends as the magnification increases. On the plus side, this lens delivers similar sharpness and its recessed front element protects the front element from getting damaged. But for only $15 more at the time of writing, the Canon equivalent is a much better buy.
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Sharp Focus
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS:
This was my debut in macro work with my Canon 40D. Early AM at a butterfly center afforded great opportunity. The resolution (with and without flash) was superb. Very easy to use. Focuses with great facility and accuracy in auto and manual modes. I have no reservations about recommending this product.
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