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

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Pros

  • Sharp focus (78)
  • Consistent output (73)
  • Quality construction (69)
  • Durable (56)
  • Easily interchangeable (50)
  • Lightweight (43)
  • Rugged (35)
  • Fast focus (33)
  • Easy to clean (12)
  • Simple / intuitive controls (5)
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Cons

  • Heavy (16)
  • Lens creep (9)
  • Slow focus (5)
  • Blurry focus (4)
  • Can't think of any (1)
  • Canon incompatibility (1)
  • Could be faster (1)
  • Cpu contacts (1)
  • Error 99 message (1)

Best Uses

  • General purpose (94)
  • Landscapes (39)
  • Portraits (27)
  • Night photography (25)
  • Upgrade (22)
  • Wildlife (21)
  • Sports/action (16)
  • Special effects (12)
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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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Last update: Nov 12, 2009

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

 
 
 

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[28 of 28 customers found this review helpful]

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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Great Value

"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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3.0
Could be a good lens, but not quite.

"I've tested the (1st) lens at various focal lengths and apertures on different subjects, and come down to several findings: - Soft focus at 17mm/f2.8 and 70mm/f4.5 (wide open). Stop down aperture did help. - Really soft focus at 50mm (!),at all apertures. - Focus somehow is inconsistent at wide end (~17-35mm) So, of course I returned the lens, thinking I might get a lemon. I ordered the 2nd one (from a different..." Read Full Review »

Aug 06, 2008 by Tom

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

Great Value

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Value
  • High Quality

    Cons

  • None considering price

    Best Uses

  • Good low light shooting
  • Portrait
  • Sports indoor and out
 

"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 …"  Read Full Review »

The Bellagio in Las Vegas

The Bellagio in Las Vegas
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Bally's & Paris on the Vegas Strip

Bally's & Paris on the Vegas Strip
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Nov 24 2006
Sirpopealot
Atlanta, GA
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Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC Macro for Lens Nikon AF Review

Good value for money

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Quick Focus
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Landscape Photography
  • Upgrade
 

"Have been using this lens for the past few weeks. After hearing about Sigma QC issues I was initially bit skeptical, however I still went ahead and I am glad I did. It was a nice upgrade from my D60 kit lens. The focus is extremely fast and accurate.



I wish it had Image stabilization, I guess you …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Krishnan
Chicago,IL
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

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

Excellent lens for the money!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None so far

    Best Uses

  • Portraits
  • Wedding Photography
 

"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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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 14 2008
Rathi410
Athol, MA
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

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

This is a great lens!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
 

"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 »

Florida forest - shot with Sigma 17-70mm

Florida forest - shot with Sigma 17-70mm
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Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly w/Sigma 17-70

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly w/Sigma 17-70
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 20 2008
ZacMan
Sunny Florida
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

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

Fantastic lens

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easy To Clean
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • Lens Creep

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Portraits
  • Sports/Action
  • Wildlife
 

"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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Shows focus and DOF
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 19 2008
Bill
Jacksonville Florida
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