Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM (Nikon fit)

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

I purchased this as an upgrade to my 120-400 lens, I use a Nikon D7000 & this is a perfect partner for wildlife shots which I'm keen to really get into. The crop factor on my camera gives me a 750mm equivalent which I love.
When used with a monopod the OS system works really well for good results at lo wish shutter speeds, so far with care I've had some great shots at as low as 1/60...
At this early stage I've not encountered any issues with it at all, time will tell if this is still the case after a few more sessions.
Thus far I'm only full of praise.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

Really pleased with the lens. The reach and focusing speed over my Nikon 55-300M is really impressive. I use the lens mainly with a monopod with a b/s head and have been really pleased with the results. I find a rucksack that takes the camera with lens attached plus the monopod strapped to the outside very useful. Only dislike is the lens hood which seems a little fragile - particularly the mechanism for attaching it.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

Due to weather conditions, have only managed out with the lens on a couple of occasions photographing birds. It's a bit heavy, certainly but what else do you expect from a lens of this size. Carrying it in a rucksack while moving caused no problems. I used it on a monopod while shooting and found I could use it and handle it quite easily. I found it focused quite quickly and the results I got were perfectly good. Hand held didn't provide any great problems either although I only used it this way for a short time. So far haven't come across anything that I would class as not great with this lens.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

It is an all round super lens, cannot understand how anyone can complain about the weight of such a high quality "robust" zoom lens.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

I use lens on my D3100 in the bird
hydes and on the beaches in Guernsey.
The extra zoom is excellant for capturing
wildlife at a distance.
Also my partner is a keen windsurfer so
to be able to get images out at sea is
a bonus.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

Just bought this lens and have had it out for a fews outings. Seems to be an excellent lens. Time will tell.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

Use this lens for wildlife and telephoto landscape work. Whilst it is not the fastest lens, for the price you cannot go wrong. I have already shot some pin sharp images with this.
It is heavy, so would recommend a monopod if you are holding it for any length of time.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

I have only had the lens for a week and so far it has rained every day! However I have managed to get out a couple of times and discovered just how good the stabiliser is at slower shutter speeds. The focus is fast and accurate and colours are accurate. The image in both live view and viewfinder is bright making manual focus easy. The definition has so far proved excellent and I can't wait to see results in better weather and using a tripod. All in all I feel that this has been one of my better purchases!

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

After buying this I went to Mid Wales to photograph Red Kites and the results I got were more than I could of hoped for. Bearing in mind you've no idea what way the Kite was going to twist or turn the focusing was spot on and it was very quick to react. I've taken some of my best photos from this lens and its worth every penny!!
The only slightly negative thing is the weight, after holding it for 30 minutes my arms started to ache and after and hour they felt like they were going to fall off as I couldn't use a tripod for what I wanted.

Comments about Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Fit:

Visit Martin Mere WWT to give the lens a run out. I used the lens hand held very sucessfully with excellent results. Lens is heavy but that exactly what you would expect. I carried it in a camera bag with my Nikon body and and other lens on the train and on foot with no problem. The biggest drawback is the lens hood that is very flims (pity).