Comments on: Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG OS APO HSM review

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[…] on the Sigma-global site the images of the 120-300 OS looks very different from the one I reviewed. I’ll bet ya this will be released on Photokina Besides a very clean-looking lens and a more […]

By: Karthik

Karthik — Fri, 01 Aug 2014 03:18:38 +0000

I forgot to mention, I use a Canon 7D!

By: Karthik

Karthik — Fri, 01 Aug 2014 03:16:55 +0000

I just bought the 120-300, a used lens but in great shape from the US. A friend of mine is bringing it along. I have a Kenko 1.4 TC, and would like some advice on what is the best TC to use. I’m planning to rent the sigma and canon TCs to get a firsthand experience, but getting feedback and suggestions would help me make the decision.

I shoot wildlife regularly, especially birds and big cats in India. While larger subjects like Tigers and Leopards wont be an issue, smaller birds will be the real challenge. Hence my question on TCs. How much does a 2X impair IQ?

Appreciate inputs from the other Pros’ in the forum.

Regards,

Karthik

By: Tobias Hjorth

Tobias Hjorth — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:33:06 +0000

In reply to Lanny Edey.

Hi Lenny

Thanks and thank you for looking and commenting, it means much to me. Happy shooting 🙂

Tobias

By: Lanny Edey

Lanny Edey — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 09:28:15 +0000

Absolutely loved your review, it is unbiased and gives a complete aspect of the lens. I have the lens and really enjoy using it. Every time I attach it to my camera I feel very comfortable and confident that the image quality will be spectacular. The lens sits in a very unusual place being a 120-300mm 2.8 which none of the major manufactures have developed into. It’s practical and makes a lot of sense to me to have this range. I also have the 2.0 teleconverter, I know where its faults lay and why one may not wish to use one but if you can understand its limits and focus on the big picture you can really turn this into your own advantage. Well done mate on a lovely review and look forward to seeing many more. Keep up the good work!

By: Tobias Hjorth

Tobias Hjorth — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 18:24:05 +0000

In reply to Kai Reinertsen.

Hi Kai

Thank you for sharing your experience as well as commenting on the review. I agree with what your saying!

Tobias

By: Kai Reinertsen

Kai Reinertsen — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:10:47 +0000

i got the 120-300, its just awsome, i did try it whit sigma 1,4-2,0 teleconverters and they are so difrent in quality so i ended up getting a new canon 2X Tc. v3 . and i was so supriced when it kept on deliver tac sharp images . i realy love this Lens, only 1 thing…it is heavy .
there is no way to get a 120-300 2,8 or 240-600mm 5,6 at this price whit the same performance. i higly recomend it.

By: Tobias Hjorth

Tobias Hjorth — Wed, 16 May 2012 08:06:23 +0000

In reply to Bruno Ázera.

Hi Bruno

My pleasure, thank you for looking.
It sure is a versatile lens but I don’t think it’s to heavy in everyday use or long walks. You can carry the whole rig in the included lens strap.

Tobias

By: Bruno Ázera

Bruno Ázera — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:36:22 +0000

Thank you for taking the time to create this review.
It seems to be a very versatile lens for wildlife, but is it to heavy for long walks?