SIGMA Black Friday Lens Deals

SIGMA Black Friday Lens Deals · 02:10 PM

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I got an email from Sigma, and it appears the sales prices are the same if you by it from Sigma or from other retailers like Amazon, Adorama, etc. I'm including links directly to the Sigma store, but you can select other retailers there as well. (Prices good till 11/30/15)

Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM for Pentax K Cameras
18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC (OS)* MACRO HSM ($250 off) - $299.00

Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Zoom Lens for Pentax DSLRs 58C109
17-50mm F2.8 EX DC (OS)* HSM ($250 off) - $419.00

There are others, but these are the two available in a Pentax mount.

The also have a handful of different lenses under the Instant savings tab with deals good through 12/31/15

Adam · 11-23-2015, 02:18 PM

Yup, at the moment it looks like these are the only Pentax mount price drops- and they're quite modest TBH.

VampyreGTX · 11-23-2015, 02:21 PM

Originally posted by Adam

and they're quite modest TBH.

What's been the average price on the Sigma 17-50? I've got my eye on that one, but what's it been selling for new recently (I know the $250 off is from the MSRP, so not sure what' it's been selling for at Adorama or other retailers.)

Adam · 11-23-2015, 02:33 PM

Originally posted by VampyreGTX

What's been the average price on the Sigma 17-50? I've got my eye on that one, but what's it been selling for new recently (I know the $250 off is from the MSRP, so not sure what' it's been selling for at Adorama or other retailers.)

The regular (already discounted) price is $469, so the black friday instant rebate is $50.

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TzalamChadash · 11-23-2015, 03:43 PM

Originally posted by Adam

The regular (already discounted) price is $469, so the black friday instant rebate is $50.

I pulled the trigger on it. Been looking for a while for a fast indoor zoom. This is a good price.
Pretty much decided I will stay with APS-C and thus will get lenses made for this.
If you look at the three lenses in this range - the Pentax 16-50, tamron 17-50 and sigma 17-50, the sigma makes a lot of sense at this price point. Went back and read the 3 way comparison review and the sigma HSM wins hands down now. Even taking into account the Pentax discount.

Can't wait to get it!

t2490jh · 11-23-2015, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by TzalamChadash

I pulled the trigger on it. Been looking for a while for a fast indoor zoom. This is a good price.
Pretty much decided I will stay with APS-C and thus will get lenses made for this.
If you look at the three lenses in this range - the Pentax 16-50, tamron 17-50 and sigma 17-50, the sigma makes a lot of sense at this price point. Went back and read the 3 way comparison review and the sigma HSM wins hands down now. Even taking into account the Pentax discount.

Can't wait to get it!

I bought the Sigma 17-50 a year ago at a similar price point. I love this lens. I sold my 40DA prime to fund it. The pictures are amazing. I recently bought the Sigma 35MM prime. Sigma makes an incredible product. Only down side some may have is that they are bigger than the equivalent Pentax lens. Personally, I don't find them that intrusive considering the outcome of the pictures they render. My next choice is the Pentax 77 FA vs the Sigma 85 prime. This one will be extremely difficult to make.

goldenarrow · 11-23-2015, 06:44 PM

Originally posted by t2490jh

I bought the Sigma 17-50 a year ago at a similar price point. I love this lens. I sold my 40DA prime to fund it. The pictures are amazing. I recently bought the Sigma 35MM prime. Sigma makes an incredible product. Only down side some may have is that they are bigger than the equivalent Pentax lens. Personally, I don't find them that intrusive considering the outcome of the pictures they render. My next choice is the Pentax 77 FA vs the Sigma 85 prime. This one will be extremely difficult to make.

I don't think the Sigma is any bigger than the Pentax 16-50, I think around the same weight and 77mm filter size. I almost bought it but ended up with the Pentax for $20 more. I needed the weather sealing; other than that, I would have been just as happy with the Sigma.

TzalamChadash · 11-23-2015, 11:12 PM

Originally posted by t2490jh

I bought the Sigma 17-50 a year ago at a similar price point. I love this lens. I sold my 40DA prime to fund it. The pictures are amazing. I recently bought the Sigma 35MM prime. Sigma makes an incredible product. Only down side some may have is that they are bigger than the equivalent Pentax lens. Personally, I don't find them that intrusive considering the outcome of the pictures they render. My next choice is the Pentax 77 FA vs the Sigma 85 prime. This one will be extremely difficult to make.

Yeah. I got the DA 40 a while ago. I might sell it. It's just so small and easy to keep in the bag for those time when I go out with longer but slower zooms....

---------- Post added 11-23-15 at 11:16 PM ----------

Originally posted by goldenarrow

I don't think the Sigma is any bigger than the Pentax 16-50, I think around the same weight and 77mm filter size. I almost bought it but ended up with the Pentax for $20 more. I needed the weather sealing; other than that, I would have been just as happy with the Sigma.

At $20 more I probably would have taken the Pentax for the weather sealing. But the gap is now $250-300
I already have the wr 18-135 and frankly for less than $100 you can get a basic 18-55 WR kit lens. How often does it rain indoors at a kids birthday party or at a wedding to justify that price gap for weather sealing?

iudex · 11-24-2015, 01:26 AM

As regards the Sigma 17-50mm: I think it´s time to introduce a new version of this lens. Fast standard zooms are the most popular and all three fast zooms (Pentax, Sigma, Tamron) are quite old. If Sigma made a new, preferably Art version of this fast zoom, I would definitely buy it.

TzalamChadash · 11-24-2015, 06:41 AM

Originally posted by iudex

As regards the Sigma 17-50mm: I think it´s time to introduce a new version of this lens. Fast standard zooms are the most popular and all three fast zooms (Pentax, Sigma, Tamron) are quite old. If Sigma made a new, preferably Art version of this fast zoom, I would definitely buy it.

Isn't the presently available lighter weight sigma with HSM at motor and without the OS of more recent vintage?

**EssJayEff** · 11-25-2015, 06:59 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by VampyreGTX

I got an email from Sigma, and it appears the sales prices are the same if you by it from Sigma or from other retailers like Amazon, Adorama, etc. I'm including links directly to the Sigma store, but you can select other retailers there as well. (Prices good till 11/30/15)

Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM for Pentax K Cameras
18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC (OS)* MACRO HSM ($250 off) - $299.00

Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Zoom Lens for Pentax DSLRs 58C109
17-50mm F2.8 EX DC (OS)* HSM ($250 off) - $419.00

There are others, but these are the two available in a Pentax mount.

The also have a handful of different lenses under the Instant savings tab with deals good through 12/31/15

Here's a link to all the Sigma APS-C Pentax lenses, five of which have "instant savings" (as of 9:00pm EST on 11/25/2015): Lenses | Sigma Corporation of America

iudex · 11-30-2015, 05:24 AM

Originally posted by TzalamChadash

Isn't the presently available lighter weight sigma with HSM at motor and without the OS of more recent vintage?

It´s still the "old era" Sigma, introduced before the new strategy (dividing lenses to Art, Contemporary and Sport branches).

**realitarian** · 11-30-2015, 08:33 AM

Also remember - you can get the Japan version (no US warranty, of course. You'd have to send to the Japan for any repair) of Sigma 17-50mm brand new for $298.

Sigma EX DC HSM 17 50 mm F2 8 Lens for Pentax from Japan | eBay

I got mine a few months ago, very pleased with it so far.

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11-23-2015, 02:18 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Yup, at the moment it looks like these are the only Pentax mount price drops- and they're quite modest TBH. 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:

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11-23-2015, 02:21 PM	#3
VampyreGTX Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Chicago, IL, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 84 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam and they're quite modest TBH. What's been the average price on the Sigma 17-50? I've got my eye on that one, but what's it been selling for new recently (I know the $250 off is from the MSRP, so not sure what' it's been selling for at Adorama or other retailers.)

11-23-2015, 02:33 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by VampyreGTX What's been the average price on the Sigma 17-50? I've got my eye on that one, but what's it been selling for new recently (I know the $250 off is from the MSRP, so not sure what' it's been selling for at Adorama or other retailers.) The regular (already discounted) price is $469, so the black friday instant rebate is $50. 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:

11-23-2015, 03:43 PM	#5
TzalamChadash Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 103	Originally posted by Adam The regular (already discounted) price is $469, so the black friday instant rebate is $50. I pulled the trigger on it. Been looking for a while for a fast indoor zoom. This is a good price. Pretty much decided I will stay with APS-C and thus will get lenses made for this. If you look at the three lenses in this range - the Pentax 16-50, tamron 17-50 and sigma 17-50, the sigma makes a lot of sense at this price point. Went back and read the 3 way comparison review and the sigma HSM wins hands down now. Even taking into account the Pentax discount. Can't wait to get it!

11-23-2015, 05:46 PM	#6
t2490jh New Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 10	Originally posted by TzalamChadash I pulled the trigger on it. Been looking for a while for a fast indoor zoom. This is a good price. Pretty much decided I will stay with APS-C and thus will get lenses made for this. If you look at the three lenses in this range - the Pentax 16-50, tamron 17-50 and sigma 17-50, the sigma makes a lot of sense at this price point. Went back and read the 3 way comparison review and the sigma HSM wins hands down now. Even taking into account the Pentax discount. Can't wait to get it! I bought the Sigma 17-50 a year ago at a similar price point. I love this lens. I sold my 40DA prime to fund it. The pictures are amazing. I recently bought the Sigma 35MM prime. Sigma makes an incredible product. Only down side some may have is that they are bigger than the equivalent Pentax lens. Personally, I don't find them that intrusive considering the outcome of the pictures they render. My next choice is the Pentax 77 FA vs the Sigma 85 prime. This one will be extremely difficult to make.

11-23-2015, 06:44 PM	#7
goldenarrow Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Suburbs. Photos: Gallery Posts: 501	Originally posted by t2490jh I bought the Sigma 17-50 a year ago at a similar price point. I love this lens. I sold my 40DA prime to fund it. The pictures are amazing. I recently bought the Sigma 35MM prime. Sigma makes an incredible product. Only down side some may have is that they are bigger than the equivalent Pentax lens. Personally, I don't find them that intrusive considering the outcome of the pictures they render. My next choice is the Pentax 77 FA vs the Sigma 85 prime. This one will be extremely difficult to make. I don't think the Sigma is any bigger than the Pentax 16-50, I think around the same weight and 77mm filter size. I almost bought it but ended up with the Pentax for $20 more. I needed the weather sealing; other than that, I would have been just as happy with the Sigma.

11-23-2015, 11:12 PM	#8
TzalamChadash Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 103	Originally posted by t2490jh I bought the Sigma 17-50 a year ago at a similar price point. I love this lens. I sold my 40DA prime to fund it. The pictures are amazing. I recently bought the Sigma 35MM prime. Sigma makes an incredible product. Only down side some may have is that they are bigger than the equivalent Pentax lens. Personally, I don't find them that intrusive considering the outcome of the pictures they render. My next choice is the Pentax 77 FA vs the Sigma 85 prime. This one will be extremely difficult to make. Yeah. I got the DA 40 a while ago. I might sell it. It's just so small and easy to keep in the bag for those time when I go out with longer but slower zooms.... ---------- Post added 11-23-15 at 11:16 PM ---------- Originally posted by goldenarrow I don't think the Sigma is any bigger than the Pentax 16-50, I think around the same weight and 77mm filter size. I almost bought it but ended up with the Pentax for $20 more. I needed the weather sealing; other than that, I would have been just as happy with the Sigma. At $20 more I probably would have taken the Pentax for the weather sealing. But the gap is now $250-300 I already have the wr 18-135 and frankly for less than $100 you can get a basic 18-55 WR kit lens. How often does it rain indoors at a kids birthday party or at a wedding to justify that price gap for weather sealing?

11-24-2015, 01:26 AM	#9
iudex Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 87	As regards the Sigma 17-50mm: I think it´s time to introduce a new version of this lens. Fast standard zooms are the most popular and all three fast zooms (Pentax, Sigma, Tamron) are quite old. If Sigma made a new, preferably Art version of this fast zoom, I would definitely buy it.

11-24-2015, 06:41 AM	#10
TzalamChadash Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 103	Originally posted by iudex As regards the Sigma 17-50mm: I think it´s time to introduce a new version of this lens. Fast standard zooms are the most popular and all three fast zooms (Pentax, Sigma, Tamron) are quite old. If Sigma made a new, preferably Art version of this fast zoom, I would definitely buy it. Isn't the presently available lighter weight sigma with HSM at motor and without the OS of more recent vintage?

11-25-2015, 06:59 PM - 1 Like	#11
EssJayEff Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: near Saxapahaw, NC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 971	Originally posted by VampyreGTX I got an email from Sigma, and it appears the sales prices are the same if you by it from Sigma or from other retailers like Amazon, Adorama, etc. I'm including links directly to the Sigma store, but you can select other retailers there as well. (Prices good till 11/30/15) Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM for Pentax K Cameras 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC (OS)* MACRO HSM ($250 off) - $299.00 Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM Zoom Lens for Pentax DSLRs 58C109 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC (OS)* HSM ($250 off) - $419.00 There are others, but these are the two available in a Pentax mount. The also have a handful of different lenses under the Instant savings tab with deals good through 12/31/15 Here's a link to all the Sigma APS-C Pentax lenses, five of which have "instant savings" (as of 9:00pm EST on 11/25/2015): Lenses \| Sigma Corporation of America

11-30-2015, 05:24 AM	#12
iudex Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 87	Originally posted by TzalamChadash Isn't the presently available lighter weight sigma with HSM at motor and without the OS of more recent vintage? It´s still the "old era" Sigma, introduced before the new strategy (dividing lenses to Art, Contemporary and Sport branches).

11-30-2015, 08:33 AM	#13
realitarian Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 221	Also remember - you can get the Japan version (no US warranty, of course. You'd have to send to the Japan for any repair) of Sigma 17-50mm brand new for $298. Sigma EX DC HSM 17 50 mm F2 8 Lens for Pentax from Japan \| eBay I got mine a few months ago, very pleased with it so far.