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fccwpe · 02-18-2010, 07:48 AM

I have been trying for weeks to get a bigma through on-line stores with no luck. Finally a store that I called said that they had one and I ordered it. They called back and said that their warehouse was out and they were waiting for a shipment from Sigma, so I cancelled and kept looking. Finally after calling EVERY major and minor internet store, I called Sigma in Ronconkoma (?), NY. The lady I talked to said that the bigma for Pentax hadn't shipped out from the factory in Japan since last September and the NiCanon mounts hadn't shipped since November. I flat out asked, "If I order one from a dealer on a waiting list, will I eventually get the lens?"

She said no. Sigma has no plans to manufacture the Bigma in the near future. Shouldn't we have heard about this in a press release or something?

Don't trust the internet sites that show an inventory on this lens. Call first They will keep you hanging on for a fictional "future shipment" that will probably never arrive.

This my experience, I am only reporting what was told to me and what I went through. I could have misunderstood, but honestly I don't think so.

lesmore49 · 02-18-2010, 08:02 AM

I'm a bit confused. When you say Bigma I'm assuming your talking about Sigma's super telephoto zoom range for Pentax, Nikon, Canon in the 50-500 and 150-500 and the something to 800 range.

Do you know if Sigma stopped production or just stopped shipping on all their super telephoto zooms?

Will they resume shipping on these or is everything up in the air at this point ?

Thanks for the post though. I'm interested in this topic as I wouldn't mind having a Pentax mount lens for a Bigma.

fccwpe · 02-18-2010, 08:33 AM

All I know is that the Sigma rep I talked to said they are not expecting any shipments of the 50-500mm.

infosyn · 02-18-2010, 09:45 AM

Originally posted by fccwpe

I have been trying for weeks to get a bigma through on-line stores with no luck.

I have one for sale here, in case you would consider buying used.

Way back in August 2009 when I got mine, it was a bit difficult to find one. Even then, the Amazon listing showed the Pentax version with "HSM" auto-focus, which is certainly not the case. That [inaccurate specs and lack of any price] probably implies that Amazon never sold very many of them in Pentax mount.

It's a shame, because the lens does fill a need in Pentax-mount tele-zooms.

MRRiley · 02-18-2010, 10:01 AM

Originally posted by lesmore49

I'm a bit confused. When you say Bigma I'm assuming your talking about Sigma's super telephoto zoom range for Pentax, Nikon, Canon in the 50-500 and 150-500 and the something to 800 range.

Do you know if Sigma stopped production or just stopped shipping on all their super telephoto zooms?

Will they resume shipping on these or is everything up in the air at this point ?

Thanks for the post though. I'm interested in this topic as I wouldn't mind having a Pentax mount lens for a Bigma.

Les,

Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us.

Mike

**StephenMerola** · 02-18-2010, 11:18 AM

That is a shame. I always thought that was a pretty amazing lens.

egordon99 · 02-18-2010, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by MRRiley

Les,

Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us.

Mike

In Canon-land, we call the 150-500 the "Bigmos" :-)

fccwpe · 02-18-2010, 11:36 AM

Thanks, but after all the frustration, I ordered the 150-500 yesterday and it will arrive today.

Oggy · 02-18-2010, 04:05 PM

Originally posted by MRRiley

Les,

Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us.

Mike

As far as I know, the Bigma never was HSM in Pentax fit although it is in other mounts. The 150-500 is HSM in Pentax fit and very good it is too.

fccwpe · 02-18-2010, 10:33 PM

Originally posted by MRRiley

Les,

Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us.

Mike

I'm not sure why they call it the Bigma Jr as it is longer and heavier and has the HSM super quiet focus.......

egordon99 · 02-19-2010, 06:29 AM

Originally posted by fccwpe

I'm not sure why they call it the Bigma Jr as it is longer and heavier and has the HSM super quiet focus.......

That's why "Bigmos" is a better nickname...The "os" is for its optical stabilization

Canon folks really like this lens, and it's a great alternative to the more expensive Canon 100-400mm L. I happen to have the 100-400L, but came close to buying the Sigma.

CRPhoto · 02-19-2010, 07:00 AM

Originally posted by fccwpe

Thanks, but after all the frustration, I ordered the 150-500 yesterday and it will arrive today.

I'm planning on buying one of those. Please post some pictures and your opinion on the lens and the OS system. thanks

fccwpe · 02-19-2010, 03:43 PM

I'll get some photos out soon, but the OS system doesn't exist in the Pentax mount. The in-camera Shake Reduction of the Pentax systems negates the need for the in-lens system.

CRPhoto · 02-19-2010, 09:30 PM

oh I thought it had the OS. Looking forward for some pics! thanks

Oggy · 02-20-2010, 04:48 PM

Originally posted by CRPhoto

oh I thought it had the OS. Looking forward for some pics! thanks

If you are interested, some of mine with the 150-500 here and here.

02-18-2010, 07:48 AM	#1
fccwpe Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Perris, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 380	No more Bigma???? I have been trying for weeks to get a bigma through on-line stores with no luck. Finally a store that I called said that they had one and I ordered it. They called back and said that their warehouse was out and they were waiting for a shipment from Sigma, so I cancelled and kept looking. Finally after calling EVERY major and minor internet store, I called Sigma in Ronconkoma (?), NY. The lady I talked to said that the bigma for Pentax hadn't shipped out from the factory in Japan since last September and the NiCanon mounts hadn't shipped since November. I flat out asked, "If I order one from a dealer on a waiting list, will I eventually get the lens?" She said no. Sigma has no plans to manufacture the Bigma in the near future. Shouldn't we have heard about this in a press release or something? Don't trust the internet sites that show an inventory on this lens. Call first They will keep you hanging on for a fictional "future shipment" that will probably never arrive. This my experience, I am only reporting what was told to me and what I went through. I could have misunderstood, but honestly I don't think so.

02-18-2010, 10:01 AM	#5
MRRiley Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sterling, VA, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,275	Originally posted by lesmore49 I'm a bit confused. When you say Bigma I'm assuming your talking about Sigma's super telephoto zoom range for Pentax, Nikon, Canon in the 50-500 and 150-500 and the something to 800 range. Do you know if Sigma stopped production or just stopped shipping on all their super telephoto zooms? Will they resume shipping on these or is everything up in the air at this point ? Thanks for the post though. I'm interested in this topic as I wouldn't mind having a Pentax mount lens for a Bigma. Les, Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us. Mike Last edited by MRRiley; 02-18-2010 at 10:04 AM. Reason: damned typos

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02-18-2010, 08:02 AM	#2
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	I'm a bit confused. When you say Bigma I'm assuming your talking about Sigma's super telephoto zoom range for Pentax, Nikon, Canon in the 50-500 and 150-500 and the something to 800 range. Do you know if Sigma stopped production or just stopped shipping on all their super telephoto zooms? Will they resume shipping on these or is everything up in the air at this point ? Thanks for the post though. I'm interested in this topic as I wouldn't mind having a Pentax mount lens for a Bigma.

02-18-2010, 08:33 AM	#3
fccwpe Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Perris, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 380 Original Poster	All I know is that the Sigma rep I talked to said they are not expecting any shipments of the 50-500mm.

02-18-2010, 09:45 AM	#4
infosyn Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Eugene, Oregon, US Posts: 97	Originally posted by fccwpe I have been trying for weeks to get a bigma through on-line stores with no luck. I have one for sale here, in case you would consider buying used. Way back in August 2009 when I got mine, it was a bit difficult to find one. Even then, the Amazon listing showed the Pentax version with "HSM" auto-focus, which is certainly not the case. That [inaccurate specs and lack of any price] probably implies that Amazon never sold very many of them in Pentax mount. It's a shame, because the lens does fill a need in Pentax-mount tele-zooms.

02-18-2010, 11:18 AM	#6
StephenMerola Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wisconsin Photos: Albums Posts: 423	That is a shame. I always thought that was a pretty amazing lens.

02-18-2010, 11:36 AM	#7
egordon99 Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Outside of Philly Posts: 1,561	Originally posted by MRRiley Les, Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us. Mike In Canon-land, we call the 150-500 the "Bigmos" :-)

02-18-2010, 04:05 PM	#9
Oggy Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: West Sussex UK Posts: 235	Originally posted by MRRiley Les, Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us. Mike As far as I know, the Bigma never was HSM in Pentax fit although it is in other mounts. The 150-500 is HSM in Pentax fit and very good it is too.

02-18-2010, 10:33 PM	#10
fccwpe Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Perris, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 380 Original Poster	Originally posted by MRRiley Les, Yes, the Bigma refers to the Sigma 50-500mm lens. I've heard the 150-500mm refered to as the Bigma Jr. The last correspondance I had with Sigma they said there were no plans to build an HSM Bigma for Pentax but there was no indication that they were ceasing production of the lens entirely. Hope thats not the case since this lens fills a big hole and is loved by many of us. Mike I'm not sure why they call it the Bigma Jr as it is longer and heavier and has the HSM super quiet focus.......

02-19-2010, 06:29 AM	#11
egordon99 Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Outside of Philly Posts: 1,561	Originally posted by fccwpe I'm not sure why they call it the Bigma Jr as it is longer and heavier and has the HSM super quiet focus....... That's why "Bigmos" is a better nickname...The "os" is for its optical stabilization Canon folks really like this lens, and it's a great alternative to the more expensive Canon 100-400mm L. I happen to have the 100-400L, but came close to buying the Sigma.

02-19-2010, 07:00 AM	#12
CRPhoto Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Jose, Costa Rica Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 260	Originally posted by fccwpe Thanks, but after all the frustration, I ordered the 150-500 yesterday and it will arrive today. I'm planning on buying one of those. Please post some pictures and your opinion on the lens and the OS system. thanks

02-19-2010, 03:43 PM	#13
fccwpe Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Perris, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 380 Original Poster	I'll get some photos out soon, but the OS system doesn't exist in the Pentax mount. The in-camera Shake Reduction of the Pentax systems negates the need for the in-lens system.

02-19-2010, 09:30 PM	#14
CRPhoto Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Jose, Costa Rica Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 260	oh I thought it had the OS. Looking forward for some pics! thanks

02-20-2010, 04:48 PM	#15
Oggy Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: West Sussex UK Posts: 235	Originally posted by CRPhoto oh I thought it had the OS. Looking forward for some pics! thanks If you are interested, some of mine with the 150-500 here and here.

No more Bigma????

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