Friday, November 20, 2009

Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

Designed exclusively for Nikon digital SLR cameras capable of wide-angle photography, the Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 lens is a powerful tool for landscape photography and other wide-angle applications. The lens offers an ultra-wide angle of view of 94.5 to 56.8 degrees, with three special low dispersion (SLD) glass elements and three aspherical lenses providing optimum image quality throughout the entire zoom range. The lens also incorporates a Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) to ensure quiet, high-speed autofocusing in addition to full-time manual focusing. Other features include a close focusing distance of 9.4 inches, a non-rotating lens barrel that perfectly suits the petal-shaped lens hood (included), and a one-year warranty.

Specifications

  • Focal length: 10-20mm
  • Maximum aperture: f/4-5.6
  • Lens construction: 14 elements in 10 groups
  • Angle of view: 94.5 to 56.8 degrees
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 6
  • Minimum aperture: f/22
  • Minimum focusing distance: 9.4 inches
  • Maximum magnification: 1:6.7
  • Mount: Nikon
  • Filter size: 77mm
  • Filter size: Petal-type hood
  • Dimensions: 3.3 inches in diameter and 3.4 inches long
  • Weight: 17.5 ounces
  • Warranty: 1 year


Customer Review: Wide angle lens

I haven't had this lens for very long but I am impressed so far. I used it to take a large group shot and was very happy with the result.

Customer Review: Must have for any landscape photographer

I was skeptic about Sigma lenses as I have heard mixed reviews (some say Sigma's products are good, while some say stay away, and the others opine that their QC is not strong). I must say I am pleasan...
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