Sigma 180mm f/3.5 EX IF HSM Macro Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras

by Sigma

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000501QG
• Item model number: 103-306
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1973

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Sigma's 180mm F3.5 EX IF HSM macro lens lets you take life-size, 1:1 images without the use of accessories. When shooting at this magnification, you can be a full 18.1 inches from your subject, ideal when your subject may be one easily disturbed, like birds, insects, and animals. In addition to the life-size images, this lens also uses the silent HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) so you can truly capture those hard-to-get images without disturbing your surroundings or subject.

The apochromatic design of the optics, combined with two SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements plus a floating inner focus system help control chromatic and spherical aberrations as well as astigmatism, optical problems that often affect the quality of your images. This effect gives you high-quality performance across the entire focusing range. This model is dedicated to Nikon AF SLR cameras.

Product Description

Sigma Fixed Focal Length Lens With innovative, state-of-the art technology, Sigma s complete line of lenses expand your ranges of photographic possibilities. Sigma lenses are designed to be sharp, versatile, ergonomic and unmatched for low weight and compactness. Sigma s fixed focal length lenses range from full macro capabilities to wide and ultra-wide lenses. Some are equipped with a HyperSonic Motor (HSM) for added power and convenience, while still others are ultra-compact to make them lighter and easier to use, especially when shooting on the road. This high-performance tele-macro lens can focus from infinity to full 1:1 life-size reproduction without accessories. At 1:1 reproduction, the distance from subject to film plane is 18.1 , making this lens convenient for photographing subjects that are not easily approached, such as small animals or insects. The apochromatic design and two SLD (Special Low-Dispersion) glass elements, plus the floating inner focus system, effectively control chromatic and spherical aberrations as well as astigmatism, providing superb performance throughout the focusing range. The models for Sigma, Canon and Nikon AF cameras employ Sigma s HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) for quiet, responsive AF function plus full time manual focus. A Focus Limiter switch aids in faster AF for closer or more distant subject situations, by restiricting the movement of the focusing mechanism. The HSM model lenses can be used with Sigma s 1.4X EX teleconverter as a 252mm f/4.9 lens, with Sigma, Canon and Nikon AF cameras, providing AF function from infinity to about 47 . At closer distances, the lens automatically switches to manual focus. (The models for Minolta and Pentax cameras will be manual focus with the 1.4X EX teleconverter.) This lens can also be used with Sigma s 2X EX teleconverter as a 360mm f/7 lens, for manual focus in all cases. Includes 4 Year Service Plan (1 year international warranty plus 3 years extended warranty).