Testseek.com have collected 21 expert reviews of the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro.
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The editors liked
After using the lens for a week or so
I can truly say that I am enjoying it. I like the build quality and how solid it feels. I also like the sharpness of the pictures it produces and the versatility of being able to use it for macro photography as well
Strong midaperture MTF
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While this is obviously a great lens
I do think that there are a couple of things that can be improved. Despite its nice Hyper Sonic Motor
It is not as quiet as some of the other lens I have used. This would not usually be a problem for photography
After using the lens for a week or so, I can truly say that I am enjoying it. I like the build quality and how solid it feels. I also like the sharpness of the pictures it produces and the versatility of being able to use it for macro photography as well
While this is obviously a great lens, I do think that there are a couple of things that can be improved. Despite its nice Hyper Sonic Motor, it is not as quiet as some of the other lens I have used. This would not usually be a problem for photography, but
Overall, the Sigma 105mm macro lens does a very good job of producing clean and clear images, and has the versatility to do so both for macro and portrait photography. It can also be used for other types of photography as along as the distance to the subj...
Published: 2016-11-15, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: If you've invested in Nikon's D500 APS-C DSLR, you're no doubt delighted with its excellent build, tilting touch-screen LCD, new joystick control, chunky ergonomic handgrip, and large viewfinder. It's a high-performance APS-C option, too, that includes th...
Published: 2016-05-05, Author: Steve , review by: shutterbug.com
Abstract: The decisive moment had decisively passed and I missed another great shot. While framing and reframing my zoom lens the scene changed, the sun slid behind a cloud, and people in the shot moved. I finally realized I was missing shots because I had too much...
Published: 2013-11-21, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Following on from the lens recommendations for the earlier full-frame Nikon D600, we've now had the opportunity to assess a wide range lenses with that model's replacement, the 24-Mpix D610. We've analyzed a total of 95 Nikkor and third-party prime and zo...
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Published: 2013-10-10, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: This is the third part in the series of our lens recommendations for the Nikon D7100 where we've analyzed nearly 46 Nikon and third-party telephoto prime and zoom models to assess their optical quality. Read onto find out which of these lenses are the bes...
The Sigma Macro 105mm F2.8 EX DG is an excellent telephoto macro lens. It delivers images at normal focusing ranges that are crisp and clear and of high image quality. It also creates realistic images at life-size magnification. This lens is a high per...
Abstract: (From Sigma lens literature) This macro lens is ideal for digital SLR cameras as well as film SLR cameras. This lens is designed to reduce the influence of harmful light caused by reflections from the digital image sensor. The Macro 105mm F2.8 EX DG le...
Abstract: The Sigma AF 105mm f/2.8 EX macro DG is an excellent lens without any significant optical flaws. The resolution figures are excellent and neither distortions nor CAs nor vignetting is something to worry about. Similar to the Tamron or Tokina counterpa...
Abstract: The Sigma AF 105mm f/2.8 EX macro DG is a recent update to the well-known Sigma AF 105mm f/2.8 EX macro. Its not a totally new lens (the new DG (Digital) designation refers to an improved coating optimized for digital sensors), but thats not necessar...
