Sigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

by Sigma

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 4 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009XQPJ8
• Item model number: B0009XQPJ8
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 8, 2005

Product Description

Manufacturer Description

The Sigma 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 Macro lens covers all the focal lengths from 28mm wide angle to 300mm telephoto with 10.7:1 high zoom ratio as well as macro capability. 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Macro packs a lot of performance in a compact package with ultra compact dimensions that make this lens the ultimate traveling companion length.

Two-piece Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements and four-piece aspherical lenses produce a high level of optical performance.
The 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 Macro lens feature two-piece Special Low Dispersion SLD glass elements and four-piece aspherical lenses to produce a high level of optical performance. Aspherical lenses provide excellent correction for all types of aberration while making a very compact construction possible.

Macro photography with a 1:3 maximum photography ratio
The 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 Macro lens has a minimum focusing distance of 19.7 inches (50 centimeters) at all focal lengths and is equipped with a macro mechanism for close-up photography at 300-millimeter telephoto, with a reproduction ratio of 1:3.

Inner Focus System
This design allows for stability and compactness in design as changes in focus are made in an internal lens grouping. This also gives the advantage of a non rotating front lens assembly which is of great benefit when using polarizing filter and Petal-type hood.

The "Zoom Lock" device prevents the zoom setting from being changed inadvertently.
The 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 Macro lens is equipped with a zoom lock to prevent the lens from creeping due to its own weight, and to offer protection whilst the lens is being carried.

DG Lens
These are large-aperture lenses with wide angles and short minimum focusing distances. With an abundance of peripheral illumination, they are ideal lenses for digital SLR cameras whilst retaining suitability for traditional 35mm SLRs.

Product Description

The AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 MACRO lens covers all the focal lengths from 28mm wide angle to 300mm telephoto with 10.7:1 high zoom ratio as well as macro capability. This lens packs a lot of performance in a compact package with ultra compact dimensions (Diameter 74mm and Length of 86mm) that make it the ultimate traveling companion. Its the ideal lens all types of photography and optimized for digital SLR cameras. The new multi layer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghost. SLD Glass elements and Aspherical Lenses in both front and rear lens groups provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations and distortion. The 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 DG MACRO lens has a minimum focusing distance of 19.7 at all focal lengths and is equipped with a macro mechanism for close-up photography at 300mm telephoto, allowing a reproduction ratio of 1:3. An Inner Focusing System is designed to allow for stability and compactness in design as changes in focus are made in an internal lens grouping. This also gives the advantage of a non-rotating front lens assembly, which is ideal for using a circular polarizing filter and Petal-type hood. The lens is equipped with a zoom lock to prevent the lens from zoom creep due to its own weight.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect economical lens., April 20, 2009

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D. P. Murray "Dpspiderman" (SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I have had this lens twice. I am a semi-pro photographer that doesn't have $1000 to spend on a lens. So after much research I went with the sigma. The first one I had worked flawlessly, but I broke it... re-ordered it and I still have my second one. I've had it for about 2 years. over 5,000 pictures or more and I can't tell the difference between it and a Canon L lens I use from work. I will say the ONLY con of this lens is that it is not built as well as the Canon L lens and the zooming isn't as smooth... but.. I don't plan on changing over any time soon. I am looking for the image quality and relatively sturdy lens. Sigma pulls this off great. Other than a little bit of a stiff zoom the lens is perfect. image quality as I said is just as good as the Canon L series, trust me I know. I have taken over 40,000 pictures. There isn't any difference.. and if there is it isn't worth double the price for a canon L series. Sigma is awesome. keep it up.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sigma 28-300 DG Macro Lens, July 5, 2006

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James Stewart (Brick, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR Cameras (Electronics)

Overall a good lens, Focus a little soft at 300mm. The Bokeh is OK. Canon Dig Reb XT auto focus sometimes oversearches. Zoom control is stiff. However, the focal range is great. This is a good walk around lens. I use it 100% now. The F 3.5 allows the chance of precious light at short focal lengths. A very good value for the money.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good lens for a good price., November 9, 2006

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Graham Stevens (Williamsburg, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DG IF Macro Aspherical Lens for Canon SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I purchase this lens for the Digital Rebel XT body I also purchased through Amazon. So far the lens has performed as expected. It is solid and well built. Sticks slightly, when zooming through 200mm. Images are crisp and focus is sharp. Working at 300mm can be a challenge without using a mono or tripod. Shooting a bird in flight at 300mm is a trick.
Overall, good lens for $200. If you have more money, then a lens with Image Stabilization (IS) would be the way to go.