Review of the Sigma 70-300mm DG Macro lens

Product Overview

Overall rating:

79%

Sigma 70-300mm DG Macro

Image Quality:70%
Performance:75%
Value:75%
Overall score:79%
Features:90%
Design:85%

Pros:

  • Multi-format image coverage

Cons:

  • Very poor image quality at 300mm

Product:

Sigma 70-300mm DG Macro Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£159.00

Sample images

Verdict

The trouble with this lens is that it tries to do too much: it's very versatile but it doesn't shine in any department. It offers so much that it cannot possibly meet all of its promises at such a low price-point. Its resolution figures start low and never climb as high as other comparable lenses either and its crucial 300mm performance is particularly poor. The lens is also hard to handle given its considerable extension and the fact that its barrel rotates during focusing.

Details

Minimum Aperture:f/22-32
Filter Thread:58mm
Other:Lens hood included
Minimum Focus:0.95 (1:2 ratio)
Lens Construction:14/10, Macro
Weight:555g
Maximum Aperture:f/4-5.6
Dimensions:78x120
Maximum Format Size:Full-frame
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