For Sale - Sold: Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 HSM OS + Filter (Worldwide)

Ubuntu_user · 05-07-2010, 08:01 AM

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Item for Sale
Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 HSM OS + Filter

Asking Price
$450 for lens and filter, or $415 for lens only

Item Location
Colstrip, MT USA

Item Description
Yes, this truly is the brand new Sigma 1/2.8-4 OS HSM lens! I bought this from Stryker Digital Inc. a month ago for $449. I used it once but haven't used it since because I am upgrading to the Pentax DA* 16-50mm lens. So, this lens is essentially new. There are no scratches, marks, etc.

I'm selling with the Hoya multi coated 72mm filter (which I bought specifically for this lens for $40 from Adorama, so this is new too).

The OS on this lens really works. Macro shots are crisp. I could not believe how fast this lens focuses compared to the kit lens! This is a beauty alright. I hate to part with it, but I don't have the money to own this and the 16-50.

You get three year Sigma warranty with this lens. Any questions pm me.

I'll ship anywhere in the US for $5 or Canada for $15. Other countries I'll ship to as well, pm for shipping price.

Are you the original owner of the item being sold?
Yes

Are you selling or trading this item?
Selling

Item Condition (Key)
Used
Mint

Shipping Destinations
Worldwide

Shipping Charge
$5 to US, all other countries ask

Shipping Services
USPS

Accepted Payment Types
PayPal

Return Policy & Additional Details
I'll offer 100% money back within 1 day of you receiving it if there is something wrong...

Please send me a private message if interested in the item!

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Last edited by Ubuntu_user; 05-11-2010 at 04:32 PM. Reason: Price lowered

Ubuntu_user · 05-11-2010, 02:21 PM

Price lowered.

widezu69 · 05-14-2010, 04:24 PM

Man this is seriously tempting. I've heard great things about this lens. But I guess I'll have to wait for some more money because its a bit too much for me. Plus I live in the UK so I have to take into account postage and time it takes getting here. Oh well. Good lens though why selling it?

NecroticSoldier · 05-15-2010, 08:49 AM

Yep, I'm interested in this lens too! It's been used once, so I'm wondering why you would want to sell it?

EDIT: Besides saving up for the DA*

Last edited by NecroticSoldier; 05-15-2010 at 08:50 AM. Reason: EDIT

**manishved** · 05-15-2010, 09:50 AM

I have the same lens and am loving it so far. At least we have not heard of any HSM issues yet (unlike the notorious SDM).

Positives: A lot cheaper than the DA* 16-50 and no HSM issues. Longer reach. Can be used with SR turned off.
Negatives: May not be as sharp as DA* 16-50.

Ubuntu_user · 05-16-2010, 08:35 AM

Originally posted by widezu69

Man this is seriously tempting. I've heard great things about this lens. But I guess I'll have to wait for some more money because its a bit too much for me. Plus I live in the UK so I have to take into account postage and time it takes getting here. Oh well. Good lens though why selling it?

Just for your info, I can ship Priority to the UK for $30 or Express for $35.

Originally posted by NecroticSoldier

Yep, I'm interested in this lens too! It's been used once, so I'm wondering why you would want to sell it?

EDIT: Besides saving up for the DA*

My only reason for selling is the DA*. If it weren't for that, there's no way I'd sell this lens... Then my plan is to get the DA* 50-135 to complete the range, sometime.

I know, I kind of think I'm crazy myself for selling it...

Seriously though, the factors that push me over to the side of the DA* 16-50 is the f/2.8 throughout the zoom range, better quality optics, and the WR.

Originally posted by manishved

I have the same lens and am loving it so far. At least we have not heard of any HSM issues yet (unlike the notorious SDM).

Positives: A lot cheaper than the DA* 16-50 and no HSM issues. Longer reach. Can be used with SR turned off.
Negatives: May not be as sharp as DA* 16-50.

Yes, you are exactly right! From what I've heard, I think that the HSM isn't quite as quiet as SDM, but that's probably only by a margin.

NecroticSoldier · 05-16-2010, 10:42 AM

LOL Yeah, I'm tempted to get the DA*s... BOTH of those and maybe even the 60-250mm!

I just don't have enough money to afford both. So I have to settle for a little... less. Still good though. Yeah... 2.8 throughout is really good. I'm really just looking for zoom range though. WR doesn't matter on my K-X

!

Ubuntu_user · 05-16-2010, 11:37 AM

Originally posted by NecroticSoldier

LOL Yeah, I'm tempted to get the DA*s... BOTH of those and maybe even the 60-250mm!

I just don't have enough money to afford both. So I have to settle for a little... less. Still good though. Yeah... 2.8 throughout is really good. I'm really just looking for zoom range though. WR doesn't matter on my K-X

!

Budget, budget. It's always a problem!

Speaking of though, I was pleasantly surprised when I received my K7 that I get a $100 discount on the DA* 16-50!!!

**Dirtistasty2** · 05-16-2010, 12:58 PM

hmmm... tempting. May want to sell the Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 for this. I like the range -- I'm just worried it may not be as sharp.

Ubuntu_user · 05-16-2010, 01:35 PM

Originally posted by Dirtistasty2

hmmm... tempting. May want to sell the Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 for this. I like the range -- I'm just worried it may not be as sharp.

I'm not sure whether your Tamron would be sharper or not... It'd be interesting to know. Maybe a google search would provide a little better idea.

Ubuntu_user · 05-17-2010, 05:33 AM

Sale is pending. Waiting for payment.

Ubuntu_user · 05-28-2010, 08:37 AM

Sold to an awesome guy... NecroticSoldier. "Hope you enjoy your new lens!"

05-07-2010, 08:01 AM	#1
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%)	[SOLD] Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 HSM OS + Filter (Worldwide) PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing Item for Sale Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 HSM OS + Filter Asking Price $450 for lens and filter, or $415 for lens only Item Location Colstrip, MT USA Item Description Yes, this truly is the brand new Sigma 1/2.8-4 OS HSM lens! I bought this from Stryker Digital Inc. a month ago for $449. I used it once but haven't used it since because I am upgrading to the Pentax DA* 16-50mm lens. So, this lens is essentially new. There are no scratches, marks, etc. I'm selling with the Hoya multi coated 72mm filter (which I bought specifically for this lens for $40 from Adorama, so this is new too). The OS on this lens really works. Macro shots are crisp. I could not believe how fast this lens focuses compared to the kit lens! This is a beauty alright. I hate to part with it, but I don't have the money to own this and the 16-50. You get three year Sigma warranty with this lens. Any questions pm me. I'll ship anywhere in the US for $5 or Canada for $15. Other countries I'll ship to as well, pm for shipping price. Are you the original owner of the item being sold? Yes Are you selling or trading this item? Selling Item Condition (Key) Used Mint Shipping Destinations Worldwide Shipping Charge $5 to US, all other countries ask Shipping Services USPS Accepted Payment Types PayPal Return Policy & Additional Details I'll offer 100% money back within 1 day of you receiving it if there is something wrong... Please send me a private message if interested in the item! Attached Images Last edited by Ubuntu_user; 05-11-2010 at 04:32 PM. Reason: Price lowered

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05-11-2010, 02:21 PM	#2
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%) Original Poster	Price lowered.

05-14-2010, 04:24 PM	#3
widezu69 New Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1 Feedback Score: 0 (0%)	Man this is seriously tempting. I've heard great things about this lens. But I guess I'll have to wait for some more money because its a bit too much for me. Plus I live in the UK so I have to take into account postage and time it takes getting here. Oh well. Good lens though why selling it?

05-15-2010, 08:49 AM	#4
NecroticSoldier Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Scarborough, Ontario Posts: 488 Feedback Score: 0 (0%)	Yep, I'm interested in this lens too! It's been used once, so I'm wondering why you would want to sell it? EDIT: Besides saving up for the DA* Last edited by NecroticSoldier; 05-15-2010 at 08:50 AM. Reason: EDIT

05-15-2010, 09:50 AM	#5
manishved Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N. Calif Posts: 2,585 Feedback Score: 123 (100%)	I have the same lens and am loving it so far. At least we have not heard of any HSM issues yet (unlike the notorious SDM). Positives: A lot cheaper than the DA* 16-50 and no HSM issues. Longer reach. Can be used with SR turned off. Negatives: May not be as sharp as DA* 16-50.

05-16-2010, 08:35 AM	#6
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%) Original Poster	Originally posted by widezu69 Man this is seriously tempting. I've heard great things about this lens. But I guess I'll have to wait for some more money because its a bit too much for me. Plus I live in the UK so I have to take into account postage and time it takes getting here. Oh well. Good lens though why selling it? Just for your info, I can ship Priority to the UK for $30 or Express for $35. Originally posted by NecroticSoldier Yep, I'm interested in this lens too! It's been used once, so I'm wondering why you would want to sell it? EDIT: Besides saving up for the DA* My only reason for selling is the DA. If it weren't for that, there's no way I'd sell this lens... Then my plan is to get the DA 50-135 to complete the range, sometime. I know, I kind of think I'm crazy myself for selling it... Seriously though, the factors that push me over to the side of the DA* 16-50 is the f/2.8 throughout the zoom range, better quality optics, and the WR. Originally posted by manishved I have the same lens and am loving it so far. At least we have not heard of any HSM issues yet (unlike the notorious SDM). Positives: A lot cheaper than the DA* 16-50 and no HSM issues. Longer reach. Can be used with SR turned off. Negatives: May not be as sharp as DA* 16-50. Yes, you are exactly right! From what I've heard, I think that the HSM isn't quite as quiet as SDM, but that's probably only by a margin.

05-16-2010, 10:42 AM	#7
NecroticSoldier Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Scarborough, Ontario Posts: 488 Feedback Score: 0 (0%)	LOL Yeah, I'm tempted to get the DA*s... BOTH of those and maybe even the 60-250mm! I just don't have enough money to afford both. So I have to settle for a little... less. Still good though. Yeah... 2.8 throughout is really good. I'm really just looking for zoom range though. WR doesn't matter on my K-X !

05-16-2010, 11:37 AM	#8
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%) Original Poster	Originally posted by NecroticSoldier LOL Yeah, I'm tempted to get the DAs... BOTH of those and maybe even the 60-250mm! I just don't have enough money to afford both. So I have to settle for a little... less. Still good though. Yeah... 2.8 throughout is really good. I'm really just looking for zoom range though. WR doesn't matter on my K-X ! Budget, budget. It's always a problem! Speaking of though, I was pleasantly surprised when I received my K7 that I get a $100 discount on the DA 16-50!!!

05-16-2010, 12:58 PM	#9
Dirtistasty2 Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 323 Feedback Score: 37 (100%)	hmmm... tempting. May want to sell the Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 for this. I like the range -- I'm just worried it may not be as sharp.

05-16-2010, 01:35 PM	#10
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%) Original Poster	Originally posted by Dirtistasty2 hmmm... tempting. May want to sell the Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 for this. I like the range -- I'm just worried it may not be as sharp. I'm not sure whether your Tamron would be sharper or not... It'd be interesting to know. Maybe a google search would provide a little better idea.

05-17-2010, 05:33 AM	#11
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%) Original Poster	Sale is pending. Waiting for payment.

05-28-2010, 08:37 AM	#12
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,545 Feedback Score: 42 (100%) Original Poster	Sold to an awesome guy... NecroticSoldier. "Hope you enjoy your new lens!"