MO, This might be the end of your LBA...

slip · 04-13-2007, 11:26 AM

Mo, this ones for you

Sigma APO 200-500mm f/2.8 EX DG

Among the biggest head-turners at PMA 2007 was the gigantic Sigma APO 200-500mm f/2.8 EX DG supertelephoto zoom lens. Estimated at over 35 pounds, this monster lens should cost a pretty penny. But with a fast, constant maximum aperture, and a dedicated 2x Tx as part of the package, you've got two lenses in one, the 200-500mm f/2.8, and the equally ridiculously impressive 400-1000mm f/5.6! No price has been set yet, but we predict it to be a tad south of $10,000.

Last edited by slip; 04-14-2007 at 05:47 AM.

Adam · 04-13-2007, 12:45 PM

What a monster lens...I remember it from the original thread we posted here a few months ago.

I only use/buy Pentax lenses, though

matix · 04-13-2007, 01:57 PM

I bet this bad boy is a refugee from Tim Allens (Home Improvement) camera gear. Is there a button on the front to drop the front support wheels down??

I bet with a strategically placed mirror or tripod, one could take a pretty fair shot of the hernia developed as a result of carrying this beast more than 10 feet.

Bramela · 04-13-2007, 05:29 PM

Just a suggestion : perhaps a wheelbarrow as an optional extra may be worth considering

SupremeMoFo · 04-13-2007, 08:34 PM

16kg... holy ****!

Donald · 04-13-2007, 08:51 PM

it looks like a cartoon character's eyes bugging out!

ccallana · 04-13-2007, 09:13 PM

That little itty bitty thing on the end is a camera

roentarre · 04-13-2007, 11:01 PM

That would cause rotator muscle tear for many 30 yr old...

Mike Cash · 04-14-2007, 04:04 AM

I'm not accustomed to seeing movable objects that large which don't have license plates affixed to them.

Kaimarx · 04-14-2007, 04:24 AM

OMG! looks like it could fire a mortar.

04-13-2007, 11:26 AM	#1
slip Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 2 hours north of toronto ontario canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,535	MO, This might be the end of your LBA... Mo, this ones for you Sigma APO 200-500mm f/2.8 EX DG Among the biggest head-turners at PMA 2007 was the gigantic Sigma APO 200-500mm f/2.8 EX DG supertelephoto zoom lens. Estimated at over 35 pounds, this monster lens should cost a pretty penny. But with a fast, constant maximum aperture, and a dedicated 2x Tx as part of the package, you've got two lenses in one, the 200-500mm f/2.8, and the equally ridiculously impressive 400-1000mm f/5.6! No price has been set yet, but we predict it to be a tad south of $10,000. Last edited by slip; 04-14-2007 at 05:47 AM.

04-13-2007, 12:45 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	What a monster lens...I remember it from the original thread we posted here a few months ago. I only use/buy Pentax lenses, though Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

04-13-2007, 01:57 PM	#3
matix Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 239	Sheesh!! I bet this bad boy is a refugee from Tim Allens (Home Improvement) camera gear. Is there a button on the front to drop the front support wheels down?? I bet with a strategically placed mirror or tripod, one could take a pretty fair shot of the hernia developed as a result of carrying this beast more than 10 feet.

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