Sigma Lenses.

[Zeckson Chow]

Hello guys,

Can anybody tell me if Sigma lenses are 100% compatible with Nikon D70 Digital SLR? I have the kit lens. Intend to save up money to buy a good lense for my Nikon but don't know how much.

Any website that lists all sigma lenses and prices in Singapore Dollars?
Also, is it really necessary to buy a lense with Vibration Reduction Function? What is the effect of this function? Can anybody show?

Thanks.

 

[ortega]

VR Function, if you have money it's nice to have. The VR function will "help" to prevent camera shake. A monopod will also do that. A tripod will prevent camera shake.

Find a lens that you are interested in and call the shops to find out.
Or buy 2nd hand. (cheaper)

 

[WideZoom]

Sigma lens with Nikon mount are compatible with D70 and other Nikon bodies.
Do refer to the Sigma lens website for more info.
http://www.sigmaphoto.com/lenses/lenses_all.asp

 

[dreamtheatre]

Sigma has a technical support at Bkt Merah. I went there once and they seems to be able to even do up to lens re-alignment level kind of repair. Got plenty of brochures also.

Just in case you are thinking of shoosing the Nikon;s 12-24mm and the Sigma one. If you plan to use this lens for film or a full frame DSLR (when Nikon finally releases one) then you only can get the Sigma one. It is a DG lens meaning it is suited for both film and digital bodies.

The Nikon;s version is strictly catered for the 1.5x crop factor of Nikon's DSLR. They should might as well market it as a 18mm - 36mm lens.

DT