Is there a Canon equivalent? Not sure if I'm supposed to ask here...is there a Canon equivalent? I have a Sigma DC 17-70mm /2.8-4 Macro OS HSM lens. I just need to find a great general purpose lens that is reasonably priced. =| Is there a Canon equivalent? Not sure if I'm supposed to ask here...is there a Canon equivalent? I have a Sigma DC 17-70mm /2.8-4 Macro OS HSM lens. I just need to find a great general... » Read More Is there a Canon equivalent? Not sure if I'm supposed to ask here...is there a Canon equivalent? I have a Sigma DC 17-70mm /2.8-4 Macro OS HSM lens. I just need to find a great general purpose lens that is reasonably priced. =| « Show Less
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Okay, thanks a lot, new at this and I wasn't sure if the lens quality is the same. I appreciate everyone's help!
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yes canon has a 50mm 1.4 lens. for the most part nikon and canon have equivalent lenses. if you see a nikon you like and you're a canon shooter, 99% canon has an equivalent, and vice versa.Canon EF 50mm f1.4 USM Standard & Medium Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
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Yes. Sorry about the late reply, haven't checked back in a while and forgot I turned off notifications.Thanks for the link! I had seen it, but wondered if it's of the same quality. =)
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Comparable to Nikon's 50mm f/1.4?Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Standard & Medium Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR Cameras - Fixed
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Hello;I do hope my comments are helpful. On your kit or stock lens which usually is a 15 x 55 zoom lens the threads on the lens are a 58 MM and no adapter I needed. Most full kits from Canon also have a 55 x 200 MM Lens or a 75 x 300 MM lens both are zoom lenses and both have a 52MM thread; which would requires the adapter that comes with the DLSR MC AF 0.45 X Wide Angelw/macro. I use many different lenses. But for this one I like most on my 18 x 55 MM lens because I can get the fish eye effect as well. Also allows very close; closeups. On the higher 200 MM or 300 MM it provides a wider field of view and great for higher resolution closeups!The optics are very high quality as well!Good Luck; Randy Hello;I do hope my comments are helpful. On your kit or stock lens which usually is a 15 x 55 zoom lens the threads on the lens are a 58 MM and no adapter I needed. Most full kits from Canon also have a 55 x 200 MM Lens or a 75 x 300 MM lens both are zoom lenses and both have a 52MM thread; which would requires the adapter that comes with the DLSR MC AF 0.45 X Wide Angelw/macro. I use many different lenses. But for this one I like most on my 18 x 55 MM lens because I can get the fish eye effect as well. Also allows very close; closeups. On the higher 200 MM or 300 MM it... » Read More Hello;I do hope my comments are helpful. On your kit or stock lens which usually is a 15 x 55 zoom lens the threads on the lens are a 58 MM and no adapter I needed. Most full kits from Canon also have a 55 x 200 MM Lens or a 75 x 300 MM lens both are zoom lenses and both have a 52MM thread; which would requires the adapter that comes with the DLSR MC AF 0.45 X Wide Angelw/macro. I use many different lenses. But for this one I like most on my 18 x 55 MM lens because I can get the fish eye effect as well. Also allows very close; closeups. On the higher 200 MM or 300 MM it provides a wider field of view and great for higher resolution closeups!The optics are very high quality as well!Good Luck; Randy « Show Less
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Is there a zoom lens in approximately the 17-80mm range that has good result shooting hoops? I have tried several, the last being Tamron's 17-50mm F2.8, and the results were not that impressive. Had good results using Canon's 85mm F1.8 and 50mm F1.8, but would like to find a wider angle zoom that can deliver.
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I have no experience with Nikon or Nikon lenses. I do have & use regularly Canon 75-300 usm & canon is usm lenses. Both are fine lenses with beautiful results in situations where the subject is close enough for the focal lengths available. I also have & use more often a Sigma 50-500mm f/4.56.5 with Hsm & os. I am an avid birder & the Sigma is my choice. The added reach gives capability to get shots at longer distances with excellent results. The Sigma has a disadvantage in its weight. I regularly get excellent handheld shots even with Sigma 2X teleconverter giving excellent quality photos at effective focal length of 1000mm. This does require use of manual focus mode. I have no experience with Nikon or Nikon lenses. I do have & use regularly Canon 75-300 usm & canon is usm lenses. Both are fine lenses with beautiful results in situations where the subject is close enough for the focal lengths available. I also have & use more often a Sigma 50-500mm f/4.56.5 with Hsm & os. I am an avid birder & the Sigma is my choice. The added reach gives capability to get shots at longer distances with excellent results. The Sigma has a disadvantage in its weight. I regularly get excellent handheld shots even with Sigma 2X teleconverter giving excellent quality photos... » Read More I have no experience with Nikon or Nikon lenses. I do have & use regularly Canon 75-300 usm & canon is usm lenses. Both are fine lenses with beautiful results in situations where the subject is close enough for the focal lengths available. I also have & use more often a Sigma 50-500mm f/4.56.5 with Hsm & os. I am an avid birder & the Sigma is my choice. The added reach gives capability to get shots at longer distances with excellent results. The Sigma has a disadvantage in its weight. I regularly get excellent handheld shots even with Sigma 2X teleconverter giving excellent quality photos at effective focal length of 1000mm. This does require use of manual focus mode. « Show Less
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I am very happy with this lens. I have not tried the Sigma. I have the tamron 28-75 and the 70-200 VC both outstanding lenses - fast and sharp. Tamron is slightly more expensive and reviews always slightly higher. Sorry I could not give you more info about the Sigma
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Would love it if someone could comment on this. I am at the same decision point. Was also looking at the Sigma EF-530 DG Super, which is cheaper than the Canon 430. I am working with a Canon EOS Rebel XT and am an amateur. Translation, automated functionality is very desirable where possible ... but I'm also looking for a reasonable price. I'd really appreciate it if someone could share their advice. Thanks in advance for your help with this.
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I realize this is a few months old, but came up on my screen, and maybe will help others... YES! Sigma's HSM (which this lens has) is essentially equivalent to nikon's AF-S/SWM (and also canon's USM), meaning there is a focusing motor in the lens, so will focus even on cameras that do not have a built in focus motor, such as the D40, D40X, D60, D3000 and D5000
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http://www.flickr.com/groups/d40slr/discuss/72157602509321717/?search=sigma+vs.+nikon i know it's been a while but that may give some insight. i have the sigma version and it's great value for the price paid.
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The Sigma 85mm is a damn good lens at a damn good price.Sigma also includes the hood and padded case.I use this lens for portraits, nudes,and weddings.Perfect companion to the Canon 18-200mm lens.
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To my understanding it is usually believed that 2470 is a better version than this one in the same focal length range. But there are other things to consider. How important is it for you to have the extra versatility, that is, the focal length of 70 to 120? How much do you care about the lost of aperture range? (And that depends on what you plan to shoot most often.) How important is the price difference to you? And weight differs, too. Actually, I envy the newest 750 model so much! lol. It certainly deserves good lenses.
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It doesn't get super close, but it's really damn sharp. If you want to get closer, I'd suggest Sigma's 28mm f1.8 macro (they also have a 24, a 50, etc.)The macros are reviewed well enough, may not be as optimal in the corners, but for center-frame macro shots, everything else will be bokeh-d out anyway. This is more of a perfect travel lens- sharp as anything corner to corner for the landscape shots, and wide f1.8 for the people shots, while still being practical and relatively distortion-free.
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I bought the sigma right after I got my 6D, Sigma makes the lens with a canon mount. It works fine, and I like the ability to shoot at f 2.8 it makes light come from everywhere. Excellent lens. The Sigma "DG" series is made for full frame and the 3/4 cameras. It is super quiet and fast as well.
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Jamie, I had the same question. Truth be told I don't have the Canon version. I am interning this summer with one of the nation's best commercial photographers and I asked him. He told me that the Canon lens is built a little better but he has both and he uses both. He told me I wouldn't be disappointed in this lens and I haven't been.
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I have used the 17-55 canon and own the Sigma 17-50, use it all the time, very sharp! You will love it, it is my walk around lens.
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For what it's worth: I called Canon with a question about my 30D camera. I asked the employee which camera I should look at if I were to upgrade, and would my current lenses be compatible. He suggested the 70D, and said that my current two lenses will work with the 70D. He also mentioned that I could consider buying the 70D in a "kit" with the 18-135 STM lens, which he said is a good general-purpose lens that has some beneficial technology that takes more full advantage of the 70D than my two current lenses would.
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What version of the 24-70 are you referring to? If you do not need f2.8 then I would steer you to the new f4 version that has IS. The 28-70 is an old lens no longer supported by Canon and you will find it difficult to find someone to fix it if you ever have problems.
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This is a very nice lens, and yes, this lens is great for wedding photography. I don't have a canon, sorry can't afford it, and that's why I chose Sigma for its affordability . All in all it's a great lens.