Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

by Sigma

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 4.3 x 4.3 inches ; 11 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002P19PS
• Item model number: B0002P19PS
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (56 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

Style: Canon SLR Cameras

Amazon.com Product Description

Sigma launched its first standard 50mm macro lens in 1990, and followed it up with an improved model in 1998. The advent of digital SLR cameras, however, required updated optical technology and a better imaging performance. Enter the latest incarnation of the 50mm macro lens, with an improved design that corrects for various aberrations. Designed exclusively for Canon SLR cameras, this macro lens is specially coated to get the best possible color balance while cutting down on ghosting caused by reflections from the digital image sensor. The lens also includes a floating focusing system, which allows you to precisely photograph objects throughout the entire focusing range. Most importantly, this standard macro lens makes it possible to enjoy better communication with your subject. When viewing through the camera's finder, you'll be able to move the subject and make precise adjustments. For example, the lens offers a close working distance of 7.4 inches, making it extremely convenient to take close-up pictures of a fossil or other inanimate objects.

Other details include a minimum aperture of f/45 that provides a greater depth of field than most lenses, a screw-in lens hood that makes it easy to attach circular polarizing filters, and a 46.8-degree angle of view. All Sigma lenses carry a one-year warranty.

Specifications

• Focal length: 50mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Lens construction: 10 elements in 9 groups
• Angle of view: 46.8 degrees
• Number of diaphragm blades: 7
• Minimum aperture: f/45
• Minimum focusing distance: 7.4 inches
• Maximum magnification: 1:1
• Filter size: 55mm
• Corresponding mount: Canon
• Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter and 2.6 inches long
• Weight: 11.3 ounces
• Warranty: 1 year

Product Description

Super Multi Coating reduces flare and ghosting that tends to occur when using digital SLR cameras.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

64 of 72 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Lens, July 9, 2006

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Airlee Owens "Airlee" (Bandon, Oregon) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I recently purchased the Nikon D200 camera. I had several nice zoom lenses but I did not have anything which would take macro close-up photos. I did some research and found good reviews for this lens. So I got it.

The lens is an excellent lens for close-up photos. I am not a professional photographer but I try really hard to get good sharp photos. This lens will do the job.

Since it is also also a 50mm lens I have used it as a normal lens. The only problem with that is that over the years many of us have been spoiled with zoom lenses. With a zoom lens you can stand in one spot and zoom the lens in or out to get closer or father from your subject. With just the 50mm capability of this lens you have to physically move in or out to get a closer shot or a wider shot. This is not necessarily a criticism, just a comment about how we have been spoiled by zoom lenses.

I do not believe you will be disappointed with this lens. The price is great for the quality.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Detail .. Affordable Price, June 29, 2009

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Donald F. West "Photostar" (Fort Lauderdale) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Lens for Canon SLR Cameras (Electronics)

Bought this lens to assist in Small Product Photography. Since depth of field is normally limited in Macro Photography, the ability of this lens to stop down to F45 was crucial. The result was fine detail and color reproduction to the point where I could see my finger prints on the bezels of the watches. Got to wear cotton gloves!

Don West Photography

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great lens for the money, March 1, 2009

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R. Hall (Westminster, CO) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Lens for Minolta and Sony SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I recently purchased a Sony A300 and was looking for an affordable lens for photographing plants and flowers close up as the kit lens that came with the camera is unsatisfactory for macro photography.

I chose the Sigma 50mm F/2.8 EX DG Macro and have found that I made a very good choice. I don't know all the technical in's and out's of a camera lens so I can't really discuss that topic.

But... the day I got my lens I mounted it up, put my camera on a tripod and took some killer macro shots of small plants. I may not know the tech stuff but I do know a great picture and this lens is helping me get them.

I'd highly recommend this lens.

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