Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras by SIGMA
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Digital camera reviews of Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Digital camera Review: Great lens!
Summary: 5 Stars
The only possible minus I can think of anyone having with this lens is the barrel distortion at the edges...but frankly, that is one of the reasons I bought it. Great pictures, smooth, crisp focus...good buy!Digital camera Review: Great lens, great price!
Summary: 5 Stars
I got this lens recently, and I'm impressed. The photos I've taken with it have turned out great. I just added a multicoated UV filter for protection and a multicoated polarizer for stunning landscapes. Now I just need to work on composition and getting to good locations at the right time! Some have said this lens is "plasticky", but it seems solid to me.Digital camera Review: Great lens, period.
Summary: 5 Stars
Just got the Sigma 10-20 lens for Nikon and using it on a D80.
It is loads of fun to use.
On the wide end, the extra 2mm difference between 10mm and 12mm maximum width as found on the Nikon or Tokina is truly remarkable. If you are going to go wide, go as wide as you can and get this lens.
Combined with the zoomed end, it is a very versatile instrument and will likely see more time attached to my camera than the 18-135 kit lens.
Contrary to rumors commonly circulating on the internet which made me think twice about getting this lens, upon some use I have found these rumors unfounded and have encountered no problems. Here are my findings to debuke the rumors you will see around:
The lens caps are just fine, the front one being identical to a Nikon design and well made, the rear one snugly fitting, (maybe a bit too tight). Don't waste your money on replacement lens caps as others have claimed to have done until you have seen these.
Contrary to many people's worries, the addition of a single 77mm Tiffen clear UV filter as sold by Amazon creates NO vignetting. According to the lens instructions you should not add a second filter, as THIS may cause vignetting. Personally I do not stack filters anyway. Don't believe the vignetting hype, it 'aint there.
Contruction is robust and the lens feels like a tank. The controls operate smoothly, with confidence and precision. There is no creep.
The packaging is fine. The enclosed carrying case is well made to a rectangular shape and has interior padding. Unlike the sueded bags that come with a Nikon lens, Sigma put a lot of attention into making a protective case worthy of this lens. Has a belt strap, too, so makes a handy belt case for carrying other items.
The warranty is a 1 year Sigma international plus 3 additional years Sigma USA warranty.
Overall I am very excited about tbis product and look forward to having fun. Highly recommended for everyone.
Digital camera Review: Great value
Summary: 5 Stars
After doing some research I decided on the sigma for a Nikon D60. I gave the lens to my wife for Christmas and she has been thrilled with the quality of the lens and the opportunities it brings since she especially enjoys shooting architecture and landscape.Digital camera Review: Great wide angle lens for Nikon DX Format
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great lens for Nikon DX format (digital). I didn't expect the sharpness of my nikon 20 mm, or even my nikon 18-35 (both FX full frame), in that case I better go the nikon way (expensive). The most important is that I get back the wide angle I used to have in my FX cameras. I use it with a D70 and pictures look good. Be careful with on camera flashes, mine works only in the 17-20 mm range, you better put an extra flash in order to avoid shadows from the lens itself.