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Posted 14/03/2013 - 01:53
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If I were choosing between 50-500 or 150-500, the BIGMA is arguably better, but don't expect stellar images @ 500mm though because it really isn't going to happen. Also, bear in mind these are FF lenses, so even 300mm is 450mm APS-C equivalent. There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00, but depending on your budget, I'd save for a 300/2.8 prime.
The BIGMA (early EX APO RF version) has some sample shots posted here, so you can see the relatively mediocre IQ a super telephoto zoom returns.
The BIGMA (early EX APO RF version) has some sample shots posted here, so you can see the relatively mediocre IQ a super telephoto zoom returns.
Posted 14/03/2013 - 09:25
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https://www.pentaxuser.com/photo/watching-the-boys-fight-38870/large
Looks sharp enough on a 16x12 print @500mm and f6.3
Looks sharp enough on a 16x12 print @500mm and f6.3
Posted 14/03/2013 - 12:07
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There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00
Pirate,There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00
I cannot seem to find this item, they all seem to be about €1200.
Pentax K5, 18-135mm, 80-320mm, 18-250mm, 50mm F1.7, 200mm DA*, 2 x 16-50mm DA*
Posted 14/03/2013 - 12:12
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Quote:
There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00
Pirate,
I cannot seem to find this item, they all seem to be about €1200.
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Pirate,Quote:
There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00
Pirate,
I cannot seem to find this item, they all seem to be about €1200.
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Sorry found it, but they only post to the UK.
Thanks,
Tony.
Pentax K5, 18-135mm, 80-320mm, 18-250mm, 50mm F1.7, 200mm DA*, 2 x 16-50mm DA*
Posted 14/03/2013 - 16:21
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PIRATE wrote:
If I were choosing between 50-500 or 150-500, the BIGMA is arguably better, but don't expect stellar images @ 500mm though because it really isn't going to happen. Also, bear in mind these are FF lenses, so even 300mm is 450mm APS-C equivalent. There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00, but depending on your budget, I'd save for a 300/2.8 prime.
The BIGMA (early EX APO RF version) has some sample shots posted here, so you can see the relatively mediocre IQ a super telephoto zoom returns.
Yes totally agree, both the OS and non OS 50-500mm lenses are average at best @ 500mm.If I were choosing between 50-500 or 150-500, the BIGMA is arguably better, but don't expect stellar images @ 500mm though because it really isn't going to happen. Also, bear in mind these are FF lenses, so even 300mm is 450mm APS-C equivalent. There's an EX Sigma 50-500mm APO on the Bay right now currently under £250.00, but depending on your budget, I'd save for a 300/2.8 prime.
The BIGMA (early EX APO RF version) has some sample shots posted here, so you can see the relatively mediocre IQ a super telephoto zoom returns.
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I'm really not sure whether the 50-500 non OS is optically the same as the 50-500 OS version.
I really don't feel the need for OS, even in a long lens, as I've never seen any indications that the in body stabilisation is anything but extremely capable.