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Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC Macro for Lens Nikon AF

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The new 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC Macro lens.

Minimum focusing distance of 7.9-inches, maximum magnification of 1:2.3.
The new multi layer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghosting.
Aspherical and SLD lenses, offer excellent correction for various aberrations.
The lens offers a large aperture of F2.8 at wide angle.

It can be used with wide variety of subjects and it is an ideal large aperture standard zoom lens for digital SLR cameras featuring APS-C size image sensor.

This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 7.9-inches (20cm) throughout the entire zoom range. Maximum magnification of 1:2.3 enables close-up photography like a macro lens. The new lens design and multi layer lens coating reduce flare and ghosting, which is a common problem with digital cameras. A Special Low Dispersion (SLD) lens and two aspherical lens elements provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations and produce a high level of optical performance throughout the entire zoom range.

This lens offers a large aperture of F2.8 at 17mm wide angle and yet it is compact, with an overall length of 82.5mm (3.2-inches) and diameter 79mm (3.1-inches). It performs superbly even in relatively low light conditions indoors or at dusk.

The lens design incorporates an inner focusing system, which ensures fast AF speed as well as prevents the front of the lens rotating, making it particularly suitable for use with circular polarizing filters and petal shaped lens hoods. This lens is also equipped with Zoom Lock Switch that eliminates Zoom Creep during transportation.

Specification	Description
Model	669-101, 669101, 669205, 689306
UPC	085126669270
Fits Camera Made By	Canon
To Fit	Canon EOS
To Fit	Maxxum Digital Mount
To Fit	Nikon Digital Mount
Type	Zoom (W.A. To W.A.)

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"I bought this lens to shoot Las Vegas, mostly at night. I was not disappointed! Crystal clear shots, fast 2.8 and ability to capture night shots with a steady hand and no tripod on my Canon EOS 30D. At less than 390.00 this is a great medium range lens. I am a fan of the powder coat finish (some are not) and the overall feel of the piece is one of quality. Zoom is stiff, not sloppy. No play or loose fittin..." Read Full Review »

Nov 24, 2006 by Sirpopealot

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"From day one after every picture I would get an Error 99 message in the display window on my Canon XTi. It would not allow me to take another shot until I cycled the power, or actually reinstalled the battery. Totally unacceptable behavior for a brand new out of the box lens! Sigma's Web Site had no information on this error and the camera never behaves this way with my Canon lens. After searching on the I..." Read Full Review »

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"I bought the Sigma 17-70 for my D100 after a recommendation by a fellow wedding photographer. I was not sure how this lens would compare with my Nikon glass but I have been very happy with the results. This lens has not left my camera since I first mounted it. So far I've shot over 5000 images in ju …" Read Full Review »

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Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC Macro for Lens Nikon AF Review

Good mid-quality lens for indoor/general

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4.0

"Used it over the holiday for indoor shooting of my kids. (Not quite sports action, but have to be pretty quick.) Was reasonably quick to set up shots (AF and metering); focus range was flexible enough to be workable indoors. My only complaint is that when the hood is attached, it shadows both my …" Read Full Review »

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"Bought this lens to replace the kit lens on my Rebel XTI. The lens works well and is a real upgrade from the Canon kit lens. For the $ I recommend it. Though Tamron is just introducing an 18-270mm with vibration control. It is a bit pricey,,, but would be an even better option over the kit lens. …" Read Full Review »

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Fantastic lens

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4.0

"Focus is tack sharp and, in macro, just about starts at the surface of the lens (UV filter). Lens creep is an issue, especially when pointed down which seems to be common with Sigmas. Used it for almost a year now, love it, buy it, done. "

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