anyone have the Sigma 28-70 2.8

[lilmomma]

if so how is it? I found a good deal on a used one and was thinking about buying it. thanks!

[Cygnus Studios]

I have it. It is okay overall. Really hits the sharpness at F4 and will focus fast in low light situations. I prefer the Tamron 28-75mm but if you can get a good deal on the price, take it.

Edited to add correct Tamron lens

[cmason]

if so how is it? I found a good deal on a used one and was thinking about buying it. thanks!

Very good reviews found here: http://www.pbase.com/lightrules/shootout

And other lenses, such as the Sigma 24-70 reviewed as well: http://www.pbase.com/lightrules/lenstests

[lilmomma]

Hmmm...What about the sigma 18-50mm f2.8? Didn't find a great deal on that one but wondering if I should spend more or just grab the 28-70 for the heck of it?

[ziggy53]

I have the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC (the model before the current "Macro" version) and I like it a lot. It misses focus every once in a while but not so often to be more than a nuisance. I use it as my backup lens for event work but I often use it for family/personal stuff.

I do think that the Tamron 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di-II LD SP Aspherical (IF) is somewhat better and still very reasonable in price.

[Rob Pauza]

I have the Sigma 24-70 2.8 EX DG. It stays on my camera at least 90% of the time. I absolutely love it. I have 5 Sigma lenses and have become a big fan of them. The build quality of the Sigma EX lenses are great. They are extremely robust and aren't plastic-feeling like most other lenses. Focus is fast and sharp at all ranges, even in low light. F2.8 through the zoom range is a nice plus.

It does use 82mm filters, which are more expensive. The added size of the front of the lens, plus the petal hood will block the on-camera flash toward the 24mm side, but hopefully you won't be using simply a built-in flash. All in all, I LOVE this lens. For the price, I don't think you can go wrong.

-Rob Pauza
Rob Pauza Photography

[Art Scott]

I had the 28-70 but found it was not wide enuff for me...so I sold it and then purchased the 24-70 f2.8 DG EX.....which was a bit better but still not wide enuff....both focused quite fast even in low light...sharp as tack ...both were.....but still left me wanting more on the wide end.