Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon) USA

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

Using it with the D800, the lens really shines. As sharp as anything I've ever used.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

In my personal opinion I really believe that this is an excellent product that can be easily compared to Nikon or Canon macro lenses of the same class. The OS works great and allows landholding lens wile you shoot. Great portrait lens as well. I would recommend it to anyone who want a good macro lens for a half price.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

So far so good.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

This is some hunk of glass. So far seems nice. More to follow when the flowers are in bloom. I bought this lens over the Nikon 105mm. All of the reviews could not give me any reason to buy the Nikon over the Sigma. I even called Sigma to ask some questions and amazingly someone answered the phone. The Tripod collar is easily removed if you need to. The packaging is great with a nice case. while taking pics I was able to see the Bokeh immediately. the subject is sharp as a tack and the fore and backround are creamy. so far I am not nor do I expect to be disappointed with this piece. Nice job Sigma.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

my wife and i frequent the gardens and take macro shots of anything that grows......and we love this lens...can't imagine any lens sharper....occasional hunting when focusing might be a problem to some, but it doesn't affect our enjoyment of this lens at all....would never hesitate recommending this lens to anyone....not to mention the excellent service b&h provides!

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

Sharp lens for macro work. 150mm focal length gives long working distance - reduces chances of spooking subjects such as dragonflies, butterflies, frogs, and other small animals. Autofocus a little slow, but I normally use manual focus and move camera relative to subject to focus. Chose this lens over Nikon 200mm f/4 micro because of Optical Stabilization feature and wider maximum apeture (f/2.8); also $600 lower price!

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

I use the lens mostly for macro work. Construction-wise I have two minor gripes: the switch to select the image stabilization (OS) mode is a little hard to move, making it a little difficult to go from disabling the OS to activating the OS in normal mode: the switch often ends up at the next position. The other small issue is with the provided hood. It comes in two pieces. The 2nd piece is an extension of the 1st one to be used only for DX camera. With both pieces on, the hood is about as long as the lens. I would have preferred instead of an extension to get a 2nd very short hood which would still offer some protection to the front element yet does not protrude much to scare the little bugs. This would make more since considering what the lens is for. Otherwise the hood attaches well to the lens and inspire confidence. The lens is very solidly built. Too solidly built even if that's possible as it is a heavy for a 150 mm lens macro For many the weight won't not be an issue as most won't use the lens without support, but if you are considering using this lens a lot hand held you better handle it out first, just to ensure you like what you carry. Rotating the focusing ring is very smooth, and requires a perfect amount of strength, neither too much or too little. The provided foot is very solid. Optically wise the lens amazes me. It is very sharp, as expected, from corner to corner (on DX). More surprising, try as hard as I may I can't get any CA even wide opened (f2.8, non macro situations) and when shooting very contrasted scenes (such as the usual tree branch against a very bright background). On my copy bokeh is excellent, and shows no sign of mis-centering whatsoever. This is my first Sigma lens, and optically I'll rank it among the very best I've used (and I do use high end glass). Note that as magnification decreases the maximum aperture drops as expected, it is f5.6 at 1:1 magnification. I have made little use of the optical stabilization system and won't comment on that. Focusing is very fast, as fast as any of the Pro level Nikkor lens I've used, but the lens does trend to go hunting a bit more than I expected. Accuracy wise, in non-macro situations it is right on on my D300 without the need for any adjustment. It definitely starts to front focus a very little bit when the magnification gets close to 1:1. Very little but enough to require correction considering how shallow the DOF can be in macro situations. Still the AF provides a useful starting point. All in all this is a great lens, but why did Sigma decided to update this lens with OS does not make much sense to me. Considering the intended application for macro (the lens is too long for portraits unless it's a very tight framing) ,the same lens without OS, and less expensive, would meet most user needs just as well.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

I use this lens for macro wildlife work as well as studio set ups. It has some bulk to it and is heavy after a while, but it is an impressive lens to work with. While some object to the increase in price and addition of lens stabilization I see the latter as an advantage when I need more flexibility than a tripod allows.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

I had the older Sigma 150mm macro til I dropped it off a cliff to the rocks below and liked that lens very much. I looked at replacing that lens with a 200mm Nikon for my Nikon D5000, but again, price. Sigma has a great job upgrading this lens with the OS system. I am able to hand hold shots were a tripod was need before. I had to see if the OS worked as advertised and it does. When shooting macro the AF still hunts to find the focus,but I seldom use auto focus with macro work. The A/M focus switch is more convenient then the manual over ride. The exterior finish has been inproved as well. It is alittle heavier than the old lens, but again, for macro work I use a tripod.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

best macro ever

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

Purchased for closeup photos of bugs, flowers and anything to view very close. Does excellent job of macro, have not had problems with autofocus working...unless op's fault in learning the lense. Takes excellents photos of humming birds flying.
Very pleased with this macro...using on D7000.
Really have no complaints with it.
Am adding some additional items to get to 4:1 magnification.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

I have used this lens for still life and wildlife. Awesome fast quiet focus. Can focus very close to subject. I use this on a Nikon d80 even though it is a 'Full Frame' lens works great at equiv. 225mm. Has two focus distance AF settings, keeps the range of refocusing to a min. Comes with a cool tripod mount that easily clip on and off to shoot hand held.

Comments about Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens (For Nikon):

Waited about six months for the Nikon version to come out. Purchased it first day to use with my Nikon D90. Produces excellent sharp photos when used with a tripod or your arms are supported in some way. The insect photos I have taken of 1/4 inch spiders, the hearts of flowers, dragon flies, flies,etc. are superbly sharp. You can get within 9 inches of object you want to shoot. Lens comes with 2 hoods--one for full frame cameras and the other for DX type cameras. It is heavy (about 40 oz.), feels very solid, and I am very happy with it so far.