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B18boosted
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08/18/15 12:40 PM
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Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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There is someone selling one of these locally for 525 dollars. it gets good reviews and normally sells for 1200 dollars. Any input about this lens? it seems like a killer deal to me.
Here are a few pics that the seller sent me.
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LNXGUY
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(Post Master Supreme)
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08/18/15 12:44 PM
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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Do used prices elsewhere line up with what you're seeing locally? If it's a steal grab it.. Even if you don't like it resell it for a profit.
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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I have an older version of that lens (it's the one with the crinkle finish), and I find it to be very sharp. I'm always impressed when I review images from it. IS would be nice though.
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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It's such a fundamental focal length that if it's at all ok, jump on it.
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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I have the previous non-OS version and it is still selling used for about $600. At $525 for the OS version, i'd be a little concerned with something. Definitely check it out and put it through its paces before buying.
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B18boosted
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(Post Master Supreme)
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08/20/15 01:38 PM
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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Im going to meet the guy at the end of the month and check out the lens. What should I check for? What on the spot tests can I run it through?
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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Check the glass elements for any mold/oil spots, make sure the AF works, check the AF/MF clutch, overall cleanliness of lens, zoom in/out.
I'd also take a few photos at 70, 120, 160, 200 and see if the focus is spot on (not like it can't be micro-adjusted). If you focus on something and it is off quite a bit, that can be a sign of a problem. Make sure the OS works as intended too.
Not sure what you have there, but you should also try looking up the serial to make sure it isn't stolen.
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01Ryan10
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(Post Master Supreme)
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08/27/15 11:15 PM
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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Damn...that lens was down to $799 on Amazon Prime Day.
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B18boosted
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(Post Master Supreme)
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08/31/15 03:34 PM
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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Picked it up today and also got a 1.4x extender from the guy for $620 total. Everything looked and works great.
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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I've rented the Nikon equivalent twice. I've yet to find a more "me" lens (well, except for big wildlife where it isn't long enough), but I just can't justify the cash hit yet.
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chef
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(Post Master Supreme)
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09/03/15 03:18 PM
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Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX DG HSM Nikon F-Mount
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You would be really, really excited to save up another $600 and get the Nikon VR1. It's a beautiful lens that's built awesome and there's nothing to be disappointed by in it.
Just kidding you got the Sigma yayyyyy
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