Sigma 10mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

by Sigma

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 3.3 inches ; 12.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000YYDF7W
• Item model number: B000YYDF7W
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Style: Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Amazon.com Product Description

Designed for use with Canon digital SLR cameras equipped with APS-C size image sensors, the Sigma 10mm f/2.8 fisheye lens offers a uniquely exaggerated and distorted close-up perspective that's perfect for arty, off-kilter shots. This Canon version offers an impressive 167-degree diagonal angle of view, along with a minimum focusing distance of 5.3 inches and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.3. As a result, subjects can sit as close as 0.7 inches from the lens's front element, making the lens ideal for extreme close-up shots and photos with a large depth of field. The lens also includes a Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) that provides fast and quiet autofocusing, with a full-time manual focus override via a simple twist of the focus ring. And thanks to the lens's integral hood and super multilayer coating, you can easily block out extraneous light while minimizing flare and ghosting. Supplied with a gelatin filter holder at the rear, the 10mm lens carries Sigma's one-year warranty.

Specifications

• Focal length: 10mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Lens construction: 12 elements in 7 groups
• Angle of view: 167 degrees
• Number of diaphragm blades: 7
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Minimum focusing distance: 5.3 inches
• Maximum magnification: 1:3.3
• Filter type: Insertion-type gelatin filter
• Mount: Canon
• Dimensions: 3 inches in diameter and 3.3 inches long
• Weight: 16.8 ounces
• Warranty: 1 year

Product Description

This autofocus fisheye lens is designed for use with digital SLR cameras equipped with APS-C size image sensors. The Nikon version produces a diagonal angle of view of 180� (154�for Sigma, 167� for Canon). The diagonal field of view of this fisheye lens produces striking images with exaggerated perspective and distortion. The minimum focusing distance of 13.5cm/5.3inch, and maximum magnification 1:3.3 allows subjects to be as close as 1.8cm/0.7inch from the lens' front element. This close focusing capability allows close-up photography and also it is possible to make use of large depth of field that covers wide range of subjects. The Integral hood blocks out extraneous light and the Super Multi-Layer Coating minimizes flare and ghosting, creating superior image quality. The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) ensures fast and quiet autofocusing and allows full-time manual focus override by rotation of the focus ring. This lens is supplied with a gelatin filter holder at the rear, allowing the use of gelatin filters.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

42 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Fisheye Lens for DX-Format Nikon DSLRs!, February 16, 2008

By 

Christopher Nielsen (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 10mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

First off, bear in mind that I purchased this Sigma fisheye to replace Nikon's 10.5mm f/2.8 fisheye. While I was happy with the Nikon's optical performance, I was disappointed with the AF design. Nikon's lens relies on the AF motor in the camera, which makes for noisy AF. In addition, this design precludes full-time manual focus touch-up. And finally, the lack of an in-lens focus motor precludes AF on the existing D40/D40x and new D60, as well as future Nikon DSLRs lacking an in-camera focus motor.

In any event, when Sigma announced their fisheye lens a few months ago, I decided that I would purchase one. And I am very happy with it! The HSM provides autofocus performance as fast as the Nikon (at least on my Nikon D300 DSLR), while being eerily quiet.

As for the optical quality, it appears to be virtually identical to Nikon's, which is to say excellent. Both lenses are slightly soft wide-open (i.e. at f/2.8), but sharpen considerably when close down one f-stop. Indeed, both lenses are almost as sharp at f/4 as they are at f/5.6.

Besides the built-in autofocus motor, another difference between Nikon and Sigma's fisheye lenses is the field-of-view (FOV). Sigma's lens is 0.5mm wider, and provides a small -- but definitely noticeable -- increase in the angle of view.

So, it all comes down to this:
* Do you currently own a D40/D40x/D60, or plan to purchase one?
* Do you prefer super-quiet AF to the noisy mechanical variety?
* Do you prefer a better-built lens?

The one advantage that Nikon's lens has is size/weight. While arguably not as durable and well-built as the Sigma, it is lighter and more compact. If this is important to you, then you may prefer the Nikon. (See the comparison photos I posted to see what I mean.)

As for Cons, there is one. Sigma's lens is, unfortunately, not weather-sealed. I was hoping that Sigma would at least utilize a gasket around the lens mount, but that is not the case. As such, I recommend against using this lens in rain/drizzle -- or in a super-humid environment. (It is important to note that Nikon's fisheye lens is not weather-sealed either, and also lacks a lens mount gasket.)

Apart from the one aforementioned complaint, I highly recommend the Sigma 10mm fisheye lens. It provides all of the performance/quality of Nikon's fisheye lens, while providing fast and quiet autofocus to owners of ALL Nikon DSLR's, including the D40/D40x/D60. You will not be disappointed!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Seriously fun lens, May 10, 2009

By 

M. Magley (Alpharetta, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 10mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

I did a great deal of research before I bought this lens for my Canon Xsi (450D). It is my first Sigma lens (most others are Canon kit lenses - 18-55 mm; 55-250 mm along with a Lensbaby 2.0 and a Canon "Nifty Fifty" 50 mm 1.8 ) and I love it! I've already nicknamed it "The Tank" because it is hefty and well built(remember I am accustomed to kit lenses). It isn't the type of lens you keep on the camera all the time but it is definitely one that will go where ever the camera goes! I received it at 8 PM (dusk) and the street lights were already on but I got some acceptable shots with ambient light - it is fast and sharp, even at 100% crop and the focusing is decisive with no "hunting". If you enjoy images with non-traditional points of view this lens is worth it! I also like that it came with its own fitted, padded case - a must for a lens this expensive!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nikkor 10.5mm vs. Sigma 10mm Fisheye, April 20, 2009

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Michael Gold - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sigma 10mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

Build Quality and Optics are superb compared to that of the Nikon Lens. I wouldn't normally recommend a Sigma lens over a Nikon, but for this Lens I'll have to make an exception. Also autofocuses on the D40/x/60 which is a major plus for people using those cameras. You won't be disappointed with this lens!

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