Testseek.co.uk have collected 18 expert reviews of the Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro DC OS HSM and the average rating is 62%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro DC OS HSM.
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18 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Sophisticated image stabiliser, Excellent for close-ups, Sharp throughout zoom range
Autofocus good but not great
A stable jack-of-all-trades with macro capabilities, the Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM | C is surprisingly small and light for a lens that offers so much focal range and functionality. Its image quality is generally excellent throughout the zoom r...
Published: 2016-11-14, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: In part 2 of our “best lenses for the Nikon D500” review, we look at some of the highest-scoring DX-format zoom lenses. There are many more DX zoom lenses available for the D500 compared to primes. Zooms are a more popular lens choice for many APS-C shoot...
Published: 2014-06-04, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: This is the second and final part of our comprehensive lens recommendations for the new entry-level Canon EOS Rebel T5 / 1200D. This time we've assessed zoom lenses from both the Canon and third party makers to see how well they perform on the camera, and...
Published: 2014-05-07, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Sharp. 4.1x zoom range. 1:2.9 macro magnification. Optical stabilization. Wide aperture. Compact and light. Available for multiple camera systems. Compatibility with Sigma USB dock and mount conversion service.
Some distortion. Edge softness at 70mm
The Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM lens is a solid replacement for the 18-55mm that shipped with your camera, but another Sigma zoom is our Editors' Choice....
Published: 2014-04-11, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've tested the new 24-Mpix Nikon D3300 with more than 140 Nikkor and third-party prime and zoom models to assess image quality. Read onto find out which of these lenses have the best image quality when paired with the new camera.Like rivals Nikon's cons...
Published: 2014-02-05, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Anyone looking for a ‘standard' zoom to replace their starter lens from a camera kit should consider this model. It's modestly-priced and well specified. As for image quality, it's a good performer overall, particularly at the longer focal lengths where t...
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Published: 2013-12-11, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've now had the opportunity to assess the entry-level 24-Mpix Nikon D3200 with a wide range of lenses. We've analyzed a total of over 140 Nikkor and third-party prime and zoom models to assess image quality, and to discover which of those models perform...
Published: 2013-10-08, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: This is the second part of our lens recommendations for the Nikon D7100 where we've analyzed nearly 60 Nikkor and third-party standard and portrait prime and zoom models to assess their optical quality. Read onto find out which of these lenses are the bes...
Fast aperture, Compact, Easy to hold, Good overall sharpness, Pleasing bokeh, Minimal vignetting, Excellent aberration control, Fast & reliable autofocus, Conveinent zoom range with allaround versatility, Closefocusing, Better (optically) than its predece
Focusing ring turns during AF, No fulltime manual focus override, Zoom ring turns counterclockwise, Soft wideopen at 70mm, Moderate distortion at most focal lengths, Dedicated case not included, A little on the heavy side (relative to Pentax DSLRs), Plast
We find the new Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 "Contemporary" to be a highly-desirable lens; it is certainly the best 17-70mm lens that we have tested to date. When it comes to this lens, there is very little to complain about. It looks and feels good, it takes gr...
Published: 2013-06-11, Author: Julia , review by: popphoto.com
Abstract: Sigma's step-up optic rocksWhat's Hot: Compact, attractive, useful, great price What's Not: Variable aperture, some markings Who It's For: Cravers of speed and IS on a budgetThe first of Sigma's “Contempo-rary” lenses, this APS-C-format 17–70mm f/2.8–4 D...
