Sigma AF 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM Review

The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM is the least expensive lens of its type, but its performance is not up to snuff. On paper, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM ($899 direct)($1,099.00 at Amazon) is an appealing alternative to similar full-frame zoom lenses. Available for Sigma, Sony, Pentax, Canon, and Nikon cameras, it's roughly half the price of the Canon, Nikon, and Sony takes on the same design. Unfortunately it's not as sharp as comparable lenses when shot at f/2.8, although it is a solid performer at f/4. If you're not looking for stellar performance at maximum aperture it's worth considering, but if you're an event shooter and outstanding performance at f/2.8 is a requirement, you'll want to take a pass on this zoom. The lens is fairly squat, measuring 3.7 by 3.5 inches (HD), but it's a bit heavy for its size at 1.7 pounds. Compare this to the elongated design of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED, which measures 5.2 by 3.3 inches and weighs just under 2 pounds. The Sigma lens has a front element that accepts 82mm filters, there's no rotation, so using a polarizing filter is an op...

Also included is the full-time manual over-ride allowing instant control in low-light situations. Whether you're shooting in fast paced situations or low light situations this lens can handle it.

Incredible price!!!!

$2904.69 For this lens Absolute rip-off!

Five Stars

I have used the lens and it's great

perfect lens for portraits and landscapes

Exactly what I wanted for furthering my photography career. perfect lens for portraits and landscapes. Fits well on my Nikon D7100. Amazing quality in pictures. I have worked with a Nikon D810 with a Nikon 24-70mm F2.8 and there is no major difference!

Not the best but far above the average

Not the best but far above the average. When i bought it i was getting soft images wide open (f2.8)... but after doing some research i soon learned how to tweak it. I dont know if it was with all the lenses or maybe just mine...

SIGMA 24-70 mm f/2.8 DG EX HSM IF Wide-angle Zoom Lens - for Canon

Great lens. Great price

High quality at a much better price than the options. I needed a good lens for team pictures and indoor action shots. This lense combined with my 70-200mm f2.8 fills the void for all my sports and family pictures. Saved about $1,500 from the Oem version and don't think I sacrificed on quality.

I have used the product and i really recommend it to others, the product is easy to use and a brilliant all round lens. only con is it is quite heavy but the pros do make it a great lens highly recommended worth the money

Let's face the facts. This is not a Canon 24-70mm f2.8 L and if you expect it to be, than you will be disappointed. If you want a very good 24-70mm f2.8, that preforms very well, this is it! It is not weather proof. It misses focus occasionally. f2.8 is not as sharp as f4 on.