Robert_T
08-10-2008, 11:10 AM
Hi All,
This lens is brand spanking new, less than a week since purchase, and comes with box, warranty cards, manual, cap and lens shade and a very nice padded lens container. I imported from the US as a possible replacement for my Sigma 17-70 zoom on my Canon 40D.
I was tempted by the pro (EX series is Sigma's pro-line) build and fast constant F2.8 aperture of this. My plan was to use it alongside my 17-70 and sell one or the other lens. I've run my comparisons and while there is much to recommend the new lens (fast and lovely bokeh) I found the zoom range more restrictive and not adequate to fully replace my 17-70. At shorter FL the two were on a par for sharpness, but for longer focal lengths I reckon my 17-70 was sharper.
It seems I don't really need the F2.8 as I do the range and sharpness of the 17-70 (esp. the lower end), but the F2.8 might make this a very useful Astro lens:).
Grey imports retail for around $550-600AU here (retail more again). I'm now asking for just $350 postage within Australia included (no pickups). First to PM they'll take it get's it!
See attached photo's for what you get. I've also attached a cross section of shots taken with the lens over the last few days for your consideration.
Please PM if interested. Paypal or Direct Bank Deposit only please.
cheers,
Rob
This lens is brand spanking new, less than a week since purchase, and comes with box, warranty cards, manual, cap and lens shade and a very nice padded lens container. I imported from the US as a possible replacement for my Sigma 17-70 zoom on my Canon 40D.
I was tempted by the pro (EX series is Sigma's pro-line) build and fast constant F2.8 aperture of this. My plan was to use it alongside my 17-70 and sell one or the other lens. I've run my comparisons and while there is much to recommend the new lens (fast and lovely bokeh) I found the zoom range more restrictive and not adequate to fully replace my 17-70. At shorter FL the two were on a par for sharpness, but for longer focal lengths I reckon my 17-70 was sharper.
It seems I don't really need the F2.8 as I do the range and sharpness of the 17-70 (esp. the lower end), but the F2.8 might make this a very useful Astro lens:).
Grey imports retail for around $550-600AU here (retail more again). I'm now asking for just $350 postage within Australia included (no pickups). First to PM they'll take it get's it!
See attached photo's for what you get. I've also attached a cross section of shots taken with the lens over the last few days for your consideration.
Please PM if interested. Paypal or Direct Bank Deposit only please.
cheers,
Rob