New Sigma EX DC HSM 17-50mm f/2.8

**jawats** · 05-09-2019, 01:12 PM - **3 Likes**

This is really the first modern "wide" lens I've had. Just got it today. Using it around the house in medium light...just wow. Nearly-silent focus and close. I will post a full review when I've used it for awhile, but I'm impressed.

**clackers** · 05-09-2019, 07:13 PM - **1 Like**

It's very nice, my choice on APS-C for a 'pro' style normal zoom.

**BigMackCam** · 05-10-2019, 01:18 AM - **1 Like**

Congrats on the new lens! It's very versatile, and the image quality is quite excellent. I'm sure you're going to love it

**mikesbike** · 05-10-2019, 12:32 PM - **1 Like**

Congratulations on your acquisition!

It has become one of my favorites since getting this fine lens last year. In fact, I just paired it with my DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 lens on my KP for some evening shots of freighters passing under the Blue Water Bridge 2 days ago. Its performance was very impressive! Such build quality, fine AF, good design with 77mm filter size and excellent imaging in a zoom lens of 17-50mm with f/2.8 aperture, at this price point is a bargain! Its AF/MF switch is handy too. A minor downside is its very short and undamped MF turning range, which makes MF very touchy, but of course enhances AF speed.

But I have no complaints, only enjoyment from this lens!

**jawats** · 05-10-2019, 12:44 PM

Originally posted by mikesbike

Congratulations on your acquisition!

It has become one of my favorites since getting this fine lens last year. In fact, I just paired it with my DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 lens on my KP for some evening shots of freighters passing under the Blue Water Bridge 2 days ago. Its performance was very impressive! Such build quality, fine AF, good design with 77mm filter size and excellent imaging in a zoom lens of 17-50mm with f/2.8 aperture, at this price point is a bargain! Its AF/MF switch is handy too. A minor downside is its very short and undamped MF turning range, which makes MF very touchy, but of course enhances AF speed.

But I have no complaints, only enjoyment from this lens!

I have a boatload of MF lenses, particularly in the Tamron Adaptall range. So, it's nice to have a day off and use the AF

05-09-2019, 01:12 PM - 3 Likes	#1
jawats Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2017 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 756	New Sigma EX DC HSM 17-50mm f/2.8 This is really the first modern "wide" lens I've had. Just got it today. Using it around the house in medium light...just wow. Nearly-silent focus and close. I will post a full review when I've used it for awhile, but I'm impressed.

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mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,549	Congratulations on your acquisition! It has become one of my favorites since getting this fine lens last year. In fact, I just paired it with my DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 lens on my KP for some evening shots of freighters passing under the Blue Water Bridge 2 days ago. Its performance was very impressive! Such build quality, fine AF, good design with 77mm filter size and excellent imaging in a zoom lens of 17-50mm with f/2.8 aperture, at this price point is a bargain! Its AF/MF switch is handy too. A minor downside is its very short and undamped MF turning range, which makes MF very touchy, but of course enhances AF speed. But I have no complaints, only enjoyment from this lens!

05-10-2019, 12:44 PM	#5
jawats Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2017 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 756 Original Poster	Originally posted by mikesbike Congratulations on your acquisition! It has become one of my favorites since getting this fine lens last year. In fact, I just paired it with my DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 lens on my KP for some evening shots of freighters passing under the Blue Water Bridge 2 days ago. Its performance was very impressive! Such build quality, fine AF, good design with 77mm filter size and excellent imaging in a zoom lens of 17-50mm with f/2.8 aperture, at this price point is a bargain! Its AF/MF switch is handy too. A minor downside is its very short and undamped MF turning range, which makes MF very touchy, but of course enhances AF speed. But I have no complaints, only enjoyment from this lens! I have a boatload of MF lenses, particularly in the Tamron Adaptall range. So, it's nice to have a day off and use the AF