| Latest Review Posted | Sigma APO EX IF Macro 180mm F3.5
I love my macro lenses. I don't do much 1:1 macro work, but like to do close-ups of various subjects. Because of this, the 180mm focal length suits me very well.
This lens is sharp - so sharp it will make the hair stand up on the back of your neck. Rendering is great - just a tad below the top of the line Pentax lenses - colors really pop. The auto focus is quite fast and decisive. General IQ is fantastic - I look at all my images @100% when judging for keepers and every image with this lens looks fantastic at that level - plenty of room to crop if need be.
This is my first Sigma lens which I bought used here on the Marketplace. I am very impressed by the build quality and handling. Because of this lens, I am now looking at other Sigma EX lenses.
The only real alternative to this lens is the Pentax A*200 lens which if you can find one can be very expensive. For the price, the Sigma 180 Macro is a super value - it is a keeper for sure! |
