Bomple's reviews

  • Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro

    8 out of 10 points and recommended
    Excellent sharpness, nice bokeh
    Front lens extends quite far on closest focusing distance

    I used this lens on a D70.

    Pro:
    * Good optical performance
    * Good build quality
    * Not expensive

    Cons:
    * Front element extends quite far, working distance from closest focusing point to front element is about 4cm.
    * Autofocus is slow (not that important though)

    Conclusion:
    Very good for macro shots of objects that don't run away. Good for portraits too. Unusable for shooting insects.

    reviewed December 11th, 2005 (purchased for $270)