Should I buy the Sigma 120-300mm lens?
If you need/want an f/2.8 aperture in a zoom lens longer than 200mm, the Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens is your only current option aside from this lens’ predecessor, the Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens and that lens’ predecessor, the Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG HSM Lens .
Is the Sigma 120-300mm comparable to the Nikon D4?
NIKON D4 + 120-300mm f/2.8 @ 120mm, ISO 3200, 1/1250, f/3.5 The Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 is a very interesting lens, not only because of its versatile zoom range that is not found on any other lens on the market, but also because of its large constant aperture of f/2.8. To date, no other manufacturer has produced a comparable lens.
Why is my warranty void on my Sigma lens from Amazon?
Amazon used a third party company, 7th Avenue, to supply the lenses and according to Sigma that company is not an official seller of Sigma products in the US. As a result my warranty is void because Amazon sold me a lens that should not be sold in the US.
Is there a comparable lens to the Nikon 200-400mm f/4 superzoom?
To date, no other manufacturer has produced a comparable lens. Nikon has a 200-400mm f/4 constant aperture superzoom in its arsenal that costs $6,800 USD, while Canon offers a 200-400mm f/4 lens with a 1.4x built-in teleconverter, at a much heftier price of $11,800. Both offer more reach, but sacrifice 1 full stop of light.
What is the difference between the canon 70-200 is II and Sigma 280mm?
The Canon 70-200 IS II frames the same target at 29.75′ at 280mm (w/ 1.4x) – just 1.2′ closer than the Sigma. Basically, the difference between the focal length of these lenses is not very significant.
Is the Canon EOS 120-300mm lens good for event photography?
The 120-300mm focal length range also makes this lens a very capable indoor event and portrait lens, but the weight of this lens will challenge significant handholding durations. Most are going to be happier using this lens mounted to a monopod or tripod when shooting events – and these supports can limit event and portrait shooting flexibility.