Sigma corporation of america is a subsidiary of the sigma corporation, a japanese based family owned manufacturer of dslr cameras, camera lenses and camera accessories. Sigma optimization pro lenses download sigma corporation. Some functions may not work depending on the camera model. Image stabilization yes 4 stops claimed lens mount canon ef, nikon f fx, sigma sa bayonet. First, my thoughts are of a beginner with large telephoto. Sigma corporation is a japanese company, manufacturing cameras, lenses, flashes and other.
I have a sigma 120400mm lens and i think its pretty good. Sigma optimization pro is the dedicated software that enables you to connect lenses from new product lines to your computer via sigma usb dock, and to customize the lens with operations such as firmware update and focus adjustment. Oct 20, 2009 the first question that crossed my mind after testing sigma 120400 mm os was connected with not having the ex symbol on the body. The focus ring travels about 120 degrees during manual focus, and is nicely. In reply to 007peter sep 7, 2010 owned the 120400 lens for about a year.
I needed a long zoom lens and really wanted the canon 100400, but it was a push pull zoom, which i do not like, and the canon was also almost twice the price of the sigma so i took a chance and bought the sigma instead. Its design is based around high speed superior optical performance. Sigma 120400 compatible with a77ii sony alpha slrslt a. Created for full frame sensors, it may also be used with apsc sized sensors as well. Find the user manual you need for your camera and more at manualsonline. The 86mm filters on the larger sigma are about double that of the 77mm filters on the 120 400 cost wise. Download lenses brochures manuals user guides are created in the pdf portable document format file format using adobe acrobat. Sigma 150600 c vs sigma 120400 focus speed with picture. For your device is available official mobile app all photo lenses from.
This year a new instrument of similar parameters and additionally equipped with image stabilization and hsm motor came to light. Product software and firmware download sigma corporation. Im an aviation photographer, and two days ago i went to an airbase near madrid to take some shots of military aircraft, and encountered a problem. To read the pdf files you need to install the adobe acrobat readertm in your computer in advance.
Also, additional equipment doesnt lag behind the best lenses. By adding the optional sigma apo teleconverter, you can use this lens as a 168 560mm f6. Consequently, i am extremely pleased with my purchase of the sigma 120400. The brochures, leaflets and manuals that are made available from this website are of sigma corporation. Product software and firmware download sigma corporation of. A bit shaky video some places, but i show how fast the sigma 150600mm contemporary focus rater to the old sigma 120400mm. Sony is double the price but not double sharp or even 1.
Hi, i am looking to buy a secondhand telephoto lens pretty soon for wildlife photography and am keen to hear thoughts from anyone who has used the sigma 120400mm andor sigma 50500mm. Sigma 120400mm f4,55,6 dg apo hsm os this is a zoom lens manufactured by sigma and the model was launched 2008. The lens belongs to the category telephoto zoom lenses, a telephoto lens where you have the possibility to zoom in and out. I suppose one shouldnt expect too much against a lens of this price but the sigma did fall off quite a bit in the 400500 range and its in this area that i would buy it for i guess, maybe i should get the 10033 and tc. But the older 120 400mm is not slow, it focus as fast as nikon 200500mm. I have had the chance to try using the 50500mm briefly. Its probably a better finish then some of my old l series lenses.
Just tried a sigma 120 400 os dg on a couple of my d7100 cannot get a sharp picture not back focus perfect on d800. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Many lenses in the sigma line feature optical stabilization, which is a great feature for helping photographers nail sharp shots when camera shake may be an issue sigma lenses with os in the name include this technology which employs motion sensors to control floating lens groups to counteract camera movements which can cause undesirable blur from handholding shots with slower. Were dealing with a solid, hard and black metal composite and a metal bayonet. It has an array of technology to guarantee the highest level of image quality. Sigma 120400mm f4,55,6 dg apo hsm os lensora the lens.
Why didnt sigma rate this lens to its highest class, even though the body is very solid, we have hsm motor, stabilization, abounding equipment, apo letters and three lowdispersion elements inside. Until recently in sigmas offer in this class we could find 5400 mm f4. The first question that crossed my mind after testing sigma 120400 mm os was connected with not having the ex symbol on the body. Page 2 the lens makes the photograph at the heart of photography meshing with the photographers desire tools of inspiration to. I must confess that i have not used it that much, mainly because i tend to travel around on a pushbike and although the 120400 is smaller than a bigma or a 150500, it is still quite a lump to lug around. Lol at george ikill, yes i have am considering the 150500 its mentioned in my first post.
Although we have made all possible efforts to produce a very accurate manual, if you find any mistakes. May 14, 2008 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. User guides are created in the pdf portable document format file format using adobe acrobat. My best guess for you would be to get the canon lens and if you want to use any tele converter i would only go with a 1. This new supertele from sigma is optically stabilized for handheld longreach shots. Founded in 1961, sigma corporation prides itself on high quality and innovative photographic equipment. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. Im looking at a longer lens than my current sigma 70200 f2. I also shoot in raw and shoot with a k5 and k7, but only used the lenses with my k5. It is far superior to the sigma, as it should be at its higher price. Sigma 150600 c vs sigma 120400 focus speed with picture samples. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums. Camera manuals and free digital camera pdf instructions.
I have seen results out of two sigmas and i would say for anyone on budget they are pretty good. Brochures manuals lenses download sigma corporation. The new version supports image stabilization on pentax mounts. I compared these two lenses in jacobs and decided that the extra reach of the 150500 wasnt that significant. Sigma af and canon af for autofocus operation, set the focus mode switch on the lens to the af. Find the user manual you need for your camera and more at.
Hi, i was also locking for the sigma 120 400 and had the chance to try it at my local store. Sigma 120400mm or 50500mm for wildlife photography. When i put it on my d5300 it made the camera look so small. Although sigma 120400 mm os doesnt belong to the highest ex class, the quality of materials used in the body seems to be equal to the most expensive instruments of this company. Sigma corporation about sigma cameras lenses cine lenses accessories download download lenses firmware.
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