Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

by Sigma

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 3.7 x 3.7 inches
• 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: B0009V13XS
• Item model number: 568-101
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

One of the favorite lenses among news photographers, a 70-200mm f/2.8 or 80-200mm f/2.8 zoom also appeals to many serious photo enthusiasts. Although large and heavy, lenses of this type offer several benefits. Their very wide maximum aperture allows for faster shutter speeds than the more typical f/4.5-5.6 zooms, great for low-light or action photography at lower ISOs (film or digital) for images with less grain or noise.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Could not be happier with this Sigma Lense, August 6, 2006

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S. Wallace (Las Vegas, NV) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I bought this lense for my new Canon 20D because I did not want to spend $1200 on the Canon equivalent and was not enthusiastic about walking around with the white "you must be a professional photographer" Canon lense. I could not be happier with its performance. I have used it indoors at volleyball tournaments and dance competitions (very low light), and outdoors at baseball games. I've even seen it on the official photographer's camera at some events! I did end up buying a monopod because it is not the lightest lense, but what wonderful pictures it has produced. Some have even commented that my photos are better than the professional ones offered at the event.

I love Canon, so I don't have anything against their L-Series lenses. I know they are worth the money for those that have it. But for those of us that are simple "weekend warriors", this Sigma lense is a prince!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic and versitile lens, December 23, 2009

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Tim Ament "Tim Ament" (Gilbertville, IA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I have had this lens for 1 year and find it to be the one I use 90% of the time. I photograph a lot of high school and junior high, football, basketball, volleyball, football, band concerts etc., because my kids are in these. I have found that selling pictures of the other kids to their parents is a great fundraiser for the teams too. The parent's of my 12 year old's baseball team had never seen pictures of thier own child close up in action just like in Sports Illustrated. The mother of the second baseman photographed turning a double play at second literally cried when she saw it. Granted the baseball pictures were taken in full daylight and for the outfielders I used a 1.4x extender, but the shots came out great. I even took posed photos of each player and ordered online baseball cards - they were a big hit. The inside sports/events are a little harder because the gyms are often lit like dungeons. While the keeper rate for inside sports is less, the results are still stunning. The only time I don't use this lens is when it is just too long, like opening presents on Christmas morning in a living room. Otherwise, it is the lens on my camera all the time. Works great in low light situations. My bottom line, if you need any kind of action shots or telephoto shots, this is the lens. While it still hurts the pocketbook a little, I can't imagine the Canon being worth the difference given what it costs. If you buy this lens you will be a very happy photographer.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great lens!, November 7, 2009

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Jeffrey E. Fisher "Jeff Q." (Sierra Mountains) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

This lens if built like a tank: solid, smooth, with an excellent feel. I've had two Canon f/2.8 70-200 IS lenses (trying to upgrade to the IS) and this lens outshines them both.