Thanks for the SWIFT reply Ian. I really need another lense, and I'm not too sure of which way to go. My budget will stretch to a Sigma 50-500mm, but I dont know if there is anything out there within the same price range. Thanks again Ian, and thanks for the link.IanF said:Hi Mali,
I don't have the lens but it's one that caught my eye and was on my short list. Other than the Sigma 500mm prime from the photos I've seen I think it's about the top lens from Sigma, though the 170-500mm is pretty good to.
I'd love to own a 500mm lens and the primes are a bit beyond my budget. The 50-500mm is still a contender, the only thing I don't like about it is the bulk and weight - it's a hefty lens to lug around and try to hand hold - though most 500mm are pretty hefty.
Here's a link to a few photos in the Gallery taken with it - Sigma 50-500mm photos - I often use a search like this when looking at equipment to get an idea of what it can do from a good number of different users.
mali said:Thanks for the SWIFT reply Ian. I really need another lense, and I'm not too sure of which way to go. My budget will stretch to a Sigma 50-500mm, but I dont know if there is anything out there within the same price range. Thanks again Ian, and thanks for the link.
mali said:Hello,
Does anyone on here use a Sigma 50-500mm lense? I am seriously thinking about buying one, and would like to know if anyone has any plusses or minusses about it? Any info anyone can provide will be gratefully received. Thanks, Mali.
Adam C said:The Tamron is still a great lens but the faster AF speed on the Sigma is your best friend when chasing feathered beasties!
rezMole said:Actually, I find the fastest way to focus is manually! As lack of light is often a problem with both the Tamron and the Sigma, auto-focussing can be a problem. Also, many feathered beasties hide in trees, behind reeds etc., so manual focussing is the only way.
whomes said:Focus manually?? Have they actually made some lenses that focus manually!!