Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF

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  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (35)
  • Well built / quality construction (20)
  • Durable (17)
  • Consistent output (13)
  • Rugged (13)
  • Easily interchangeable (8)
  • Easy to use (3)
  • Easy to clean (2)
  • Lightweight (2)
  • Af quick and accurate (1)
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  • Heavy / bulky (16)
  • Lens creep (3)
  • Slow focus (3)
  • Blurry focus (2)
  • Mf ring at balance point (1)
  • Scratches easily (1)
  • Tough to attach (1)

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  • Sports/action (22)
  • Wildlife (20)
  • General purpose (8)
  • Landscapes (5)
  • Everyday (2)
  • Sporting events (2)
  • Travel (2)
  • Architectural details (1)
  • Back of church shots (1)
  • Bird photography (1)
 
 
 

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This telephoto zoom lens incorporates Sigma`s original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function. It offers the use of shutter speeds approximately 4 stops slower. Three SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements provide excellent correction for chromatic aberration. This lens is equipped with the rear focus system that minimizes fluctuation of aberration caused by focusing. It provides optimum image quality throughout the entire zoom range. The super multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. High image quality is assured throughout the entire zoom range. The minimum focusing distance of 150cm (59.1") throughout the entire zoom range and has a maximum magnification of 1:4.2 make it useful for close-up photography. This lens incorporates HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor), which ensures a quiet and high-speed AF as well as full-time manual focusing capability. The addition of the optical 1.4x EX DG APO or 2x EX DG APO Tele Converters produce a 168-560mm F6.3-8 MF ultra-telephoto zoom lens or a 240-800mm F9-11 MF ultra-telephoto zoom lens respectively.

Specification Description
Model 728-306, 728306, 8557NIKON
UPC 085126728557
Filter Diameter 72mm
Fits Camera Made By Nikon
Lens Hood Bayonet
Lens Type Zoom
Select Film & Digital Integrated Lenses
Select Lens Style Telephoto Zooms
Select Mount Nikon

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Last update: Nov 4, 2009

Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★☆
4.0
I would buy this lens again and again

"Just bought this lens, while it is a bit heavy it was a must have for myself and my wife. A little slow to focus, but for Nature and Landscape shots it is top of the line. I was looking for the Canon 100-400mm, but was more than glad to have found the Sigma first and with the money saved I'm still looking for other camera equipment...." Read Full Review »

Jun 28, 2008 by Lee

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Sigma

"no sharp no fast focus no easy handling every Sigma lens, no works for pro photography..." Read Full Review »

Jul 30, 2009 by Felipe

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Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF Review

I would buy this lens again and again

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Easy To Clean
  • Rugged
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Sports/Action
  • Wildlife
 

"Just bought this lens, while it is a bit heavy it was a must have for myself and my wife.

A little slow to focus, but for Nature and Landscape shots it is top of the line.



I was looking for the Canon 100-400mm, but was more than glad to have found the Sigma first and with the money saved I'm sti …"  Read Full Review »

with Sigma 120-400mm and Canon 5D

with Sigma 120-400mm  and Canon 5D
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Sigma 120-400mm and a Canon 5D

Sigma 120-400mm and a Canon 5D
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 28 2008
Lee
Winston-Salem, NC
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Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF Review

Best Kept Secret

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Rugged
  • Sharp Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • Lens Creep

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Photojournalism
  • Sports/Action
 

"I have been using this lens daily for feature, documentary and sports photography for more than six months. Easy to hand hold and adjust quickly. Great on my FX body when I want extra reach for an all day walking around assignment without a mono-pod. Love the strap and handle on the tripod ring. Foc …"  Read Full Review »

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Lance Cpl. David R. Hall beach remembrance

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 4 2009
Nateparts
Lorain, Ohio
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF Review

Wouldn't leave home without it!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Quick Focus
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Sports/Action
  • Wildlife
 

"If you've been drooling over the Nikon VR zooms but can't justify spending the money, STOP. Look at the Sigma OS 120-400 then buy it. This lens renders incredible images that easily rival that of my Nikon branded gear. The HSM auto-focus is quick and very quiet! It's only flaw is weight but alth …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 13 2009
Achilles
West Palm Beach, FL.
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Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF Review

Great Lens

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Quick Focus
  • Relatively close focus
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • Wildlife
 

"Great lens. Beats existing Nikon 80-400. I hear Nikon is producing a new version of theirs soon so this may not hold up. Faster focus, better VR, less CA -- with my D700 anyway. Have shot with it a couple of weeks and see no immediate negatives -- except weight. Won't autofocus w/1.4 tele converter …"  Read Full Review »

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handheld 560mm
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handheld 550mm, f20, 1/1600, ISO 800. Flower 1"

handheld 550mm, f20, 1/1600, ISO 800. Flower  1
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 27 2009
bubba
Seattle
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[8 of 9 customers found this review helpful]

Sigma Lens 120-400mm /4.5-56 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Nikon AF Review

I foud my IDEAL tele-photo!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • Value

    Cons

  • Lens Creep

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Landscape Photography
  • Sports/Action
 

"I finally found my ideal telephoto lens!!



I have bought and sold many telephoto lens including:

1) Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 AF-S VR

2) Nikon 80-400mm AF VR

3) Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-S VR



70-200mm is not enough reach for me and adding a TC2 defeats the purpose of fast-AF and sharpness. 80-4 …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 4 2009
Lola the photographer
Menlo Park
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