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Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8 EX DG IF Aspherical Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras | 
 enlarge | Brand: Sigma
Category: Photography
List Price: $569.99
Buy New: $219.95
You Save: $350.04 (61%)
New (3) from $219.95
Rating:  11 reviews
Media: Electronics
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Maximum Focal Length: 60
Minimum Focal Length: 24
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5.4 x 5
MPN: B0002ALDKO
Model: B0002ALDKO
UPC: 085126547271
EAN: 0085126547271
ASIN: B0002ALDKO
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Canon EOS mount; standard zoom lens | | • | Aspherical lens and internal focusing | | • | 24 to 60 mm focal length | | • | f/2.8 maximum aperture | | • | 5.8x magnification |
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Product Description
The effective arrangement of Special Low Dispersion (SLD) and aspherical glass elements has created a lens of compact dimensions. With an overall length of 84.7mm (3.3in.), it is the smallest lens of this focal range. This lens offers a large aperture of F 2.8 over its entire range of focal lengths, which is ideal for low light situations both indoors and out. It has a large depth of field that offers the photographer greater freedom of expression.By using a new technology and optical design, this lens satisfies the needs of digital photography. Two Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements are provided for effective compensation of color aberration, which is a common problem with wide-angle lenses. Four aspherical lenses, one molded glass type and three hybrid aspherical types, offer excellent correction for distortion as well as all types of aberration. The design concept of this lens is especially suitable for the characteristics of Digital SLR Cameras. New coating reduces flare and ghost, which is a common problem of digital cameras and also creates an optimum color balance. This lens has excellent correction for "light-fall-off", which is a common problem of large aperture lenses.The design ensures sufficient illumination of the corners of the image.It is capable of taking pictures with a minimum focusing distance of 38cm (15.0in) at all focal lengths. It is very effective for close-up photography. The high performance inner focus system is particularly suitable for using circular polarizing filters and a petal-type hood as the front of the lens does not rotate.This lens is also equipped with a zoom lock that eliminates "Zoom Creep". This remarkably compact, high performance zoom lens is ideally suited for traveling.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
Excellent lens for price, but may need servicing. October 16, 2008
I bought my lens from Cameta Camera and it would seem that a great number of lens people are receiving from Cameta have been having front and/or back focus issues. I used my lens for awhile in spite of its focus issues and found it to perform quite well, especially for the nice $200ish price. It's not on par with Canon L lens by any stretch of the imagination but I think this is great throw-in lens. It's very sturdily constructed and I actually prefer its lens hood to the ones Canon makes. I finally sent my lens in to Sigma a few weeks ago for servicing and it's been there since so I will update this review once I receive it back. Anyone who is looking to buy this lens or has bought it - I would highly suggest running some focus tests on the lens to see if your lens needs servicing . . .
Great lens for the money September 19, 2008
I had this lens for a few months before I acquired a Canon 24-70 f/2.8L. Let me say that this lens is much better than the Sigma 24-70 in both size, weight and image quality. It offers a constant f/2.8 aperture and focuses relatively fast for a non-HSM lens. I was more than happy with the quality of the images that this lens produces. I believe the only flaw with this lens is the fact that Sigma didn't make it a HSM version. This is a tough competitor for Canon's 24-70 but it's still in second place to the Canon. You can't beat the price for the lens either. Given the build quality, image quality and overall functionality of this lens, the price is a steal!
I would definitely recommend this to anyone who asks for a budget lens like this.
 Very nice lens. September 4, 2008
I bought this via the below link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VJVHMA
This is a great lens. If you research this lens, you will find that it is a "best bang for your buck" type lens.
If your comparing this to an L lens, you will be surprised. On a crop body, its a bit long, but rarely have I had to back up too far to get the shot.
I was out shooting some pictures of my kids playing ~8pm the other evening (August in Texas). I was quite happy with the pictures I shot with this lens. Even without a flash! it was not quite dark yet, and the street lamps gave off enough light.
I do not consider myself a pro, or even an amateur. If your looking for a good walk around lens for a full or crop body, consider this lens. Its worth it money and quality wise.
Pros: Price! Usable on a crop body, and full body so you can keep the lens if you move from crop to full.
My copy is sharp as a tack. No back or forward focus.
Cons: Some have reported that their copy was back or forward focusing. Or the zoom ring was "tight". The good news is if you buy it from an authorized dealer for Sigma (Cameta Camera in the link above is Authorized) you get the full Warranty. Send it in, and they will fix it for you. It just costs shipping.
Conclusion: Its a great lens. I am loving the shots I am getting from it. All photographers are different, some do sports, some do landscapes. Some just want good HQ pics of the kids. I am all 3. This lens replaced my kit lens (Canon 18-55 NON IS). I do not miss the wide, and am loving the extra zoom. YMMV.
Sigma 24-60 for Canon July 7, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
First I really wish people would post reviews for only Canon copies of this lens since the copies for Nikon and other bodies can not be properly compared. I purchased this lens to use as a walk around lens in place of a more expensive 24-70 L lens. No, this lens is not as well built and it is not as fast to focus as the L, but you should not expect it to either. The lens is a good value for the price you will pay, and it beats the heck out of worrying about someone stealing your L lens when you travel. I did require two copies in order to receive a "good" copy of this lens, the first copy shipped to my door had a nasty front focus issue. The company I purchased the lens from did however take the lens back and replace it with another copy that worked very well with no real issues to speak of. The pictures I obtain with this lens are very nice, and for trips and general photography will make most users very happy. If your looking for a lens to use for special events such as weddings however, this is not the lens to use. The focus is very slow compared to an L lens and sometimes has a habit of hunting a little bit. Overall though, a nice value based lens and with a 2.8 aperture hard to beat for what you pay.
Great walkaround lens July 2, 2008
First, yes Sigma do have a reputation for QC issues. Mine include, as the focus locked up after about a week, requiring a trip to Sigma. Not a great start.
However, since then I've been very happy with the lens. It handles great, has a reasonable range, good speed, and top quality build and optics. You really can get some great shots from this lens. If I had a chance to make the choice again, I'd still want this lens in my bag, despite the problems.
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