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Sharon M. Fischer
 

which lens is better Sigma or Tamron?


Hi all I'm looking for help in deciding which lens to get the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 or the Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8. The lens will be used mostly for equine sports events on a Canon 30D camera.


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July 18, 2011

 

George F. Howard
  There are many web sites that can give you reviews of both lenses to help you choose. Try www.dpreview.com as a starting place.


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July 20, 2011

 

Lynn R. Powers
  According to PhotoZone Sigma no longer makes the lens. That isn't to say that there are not 5000 of them NIB in stores across the country including possibly B&H and Adorama. The Tammy won out anyway, buy a small margin.


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July 25, 2011

 
- Carlton Ward

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  Hi Sharon,
Canon makes 5 different 70-200mm L lenses. Starting with the f/4L (non-IS) is about $650, the f/4L IS is about $1200, the f/2.8L (non-IS) is about $1400 and then the f/2.8L IS older version is $1800 and the new II version is $2400.
I had the f/4 (non-IS) version and it is a very fine lens. I did eventually sell it to get the f/2.8L IS because I do a lot of low light (concert & event) photography.
BTW - the f/4 lenses are smaller & lighter than the f/2.8's which I know some people prefer the lighter weight.
my .02,
Carlton


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July 26, 2011

 
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