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Sigma 50-500mm f/4-6.3 EX DG HSM
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High
Magnification Ultra Telephoto Zoom Lens, with a 10x zoom
ratio from 50mm to 500mm, optimized for digital SLR
cameras.
This high zoom ratio lens is optimized for digital SLR
cameras and capable of covering a wide range of focal
lengths from 50mm standard to 500mm ultra telephoto.
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This
ultra-zoom lens employs a seven-group zoom system, which
provides a high zoom magnification of 10x. Triple-cam
Rear Focusing System ensures high precision throughout
the whole focus range. The new lens coating reduces
flare and ghost, which is a common problem of digital
cameras and also creates an optimum colour balance.
It is possible to reach 1000mm focal length by
using the Sigma 2X Apo Tele Converter
By attaching the 2X APO EX Tele-Converter, this lens can
be used as a 200-1000mm/F10.4-12.6 manual focus zoom
lens, while maintaining a very compact size for 1000mm
focal length. It is also possible to use AE (Automatic
Exposure) function, when EX Tele-converters are
attached.
The APO lens corrects chromatic aberrations
An apochromatic lens, which keeps colour aberration to a
minimum, using Special Low Dispersion (SLD) or
Extraordinary Low Dispersion (ELD) glass is called an
APO series lens at Sigma.
This lens uses four pieces of SLD (the special low
dispersion) glass for excellent correction of chromatic
aberration. High optic performance is demonstrated
throughout the entire zoom range.
HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor)
The HSM models (the HSM is only available for Canon,
Nikon, Sigma and Four Thirds Mounts) provide quiet
high-speed AF function, as well as full time manual
focus capability.
Easy Operation and Handling
This lens also features a Zoom Lock device to eliminate
"Zoom Creep" when the lens is tilted down. When the lens
is set to the 50mm focal length, it is remarkably
compact and provides easy handling. The tripod mount is
composed of magnesium, to minimize total weight and also
it is easy to grip and carry the lens due to ergonomic
design of the tripod mount.
Non-rotating front lens elements, due to rear focus
mechanism make possible the use of a custom bayonet
"Petal-type Hood", which prevents extraneous light from
degrading the image quality. This mechanism also allows
the use of circular polarizing filters, since the front
barrel does not rotate during focusing or zooming.
It is possible to reach 1000mm focal length by
using the Sigma 2X Apo Tele Converter
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Lens Constructionn
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20 Elements in 16 Groups
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Angle of View
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46.8 - 5 degrees
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Number of Diaphragm Blades
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9 Blades
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Minimum Aperture
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F22
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Minimum Focusing Distance
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100-300cm
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Maximum Magnification
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1:5.2
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Filter Size
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86mm
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Dimensions
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Diameter 95mm X Length 218.5mm
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Weight
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1842g
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Ephotozine - December 2005
‘The ability of this lens to frame subjects with all their
surroundings as well as an ability to pick out distant
objects without moving your feet or changing lenses does
have its attractions. The enormous standard to
ultra-telephoto range of the lens, along with a decent
performance and almost total lack of distortion makes this
one well worth considering. If you are travelling and don’t
want a sack-full of lenses it becomes almost indispensable!’ |
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Photography Monthly - July 2007
‘This alternative superzoom has a solid feel to it.
Autofocus, with the HSM motor, is quiet and surprisingly
quick given the scope of the lens. Distortion is amazingly
well controlled and, on the chromatic aberration front, the
lens is again remarkably well behaved and at no point did
the figures achieved give any cause for concern.’ ‘Optically
speaking, there is a clear winner in this test: Sigma’s
50-500mm optic is something special and will deliver
excellent results right across its unusual focal range.’ |
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F2 Freelance Photographer - August/September 2007
‘With its hypersonic motor, auto focus is fast and quiet,
and the lens has full time manual focus capability. Overall
the lens impresses with its physical and optical quality,
especially at the price. ‘Ultimately, Sigma has delivered
precisely what you would expect from a lens….it delivers
very good results, very good build quality and
functionality, at a very good price. You simply cannot go
wrong by adding this lens to your collection.’ |
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Digital Camera Buyer - Issue 64
‘Covering a range of 50-500mm, this 10x zoom picks up where
most kit lenses stop, going all the way to super-telephoto
territory - the equivalent of 800mm on a 35mm camera. By
using a monopod, you get to see what this lens can do, and
it’s very impressive. Optically, this is a very good lens
with an astonishing range. |
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| Daily hire |
£29
(£34 inc VAT) |
Weekend hire |
£44
(£51 inc VAT) |
| Weekly
hire |
£87
(£102 inc VAT) |
Fortnightly |
£116
(£136 inc VAT) |
| 3 Weekly |
£145
(£170 inc VAT) |
Deposit |
£250 |
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Delivery and all-day collection will be by courier at a
cost of £25 (9.30am and 11am timed deliveries are available for an
extra charge).
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