150mm f/2.8 EX IF HSM
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Macro Lens
150mm f/2.8 EX IF HSM

Super compact and lightweight, large aperture telephoto lens with life-size macro capability.

This large aperture telephoto macro lens enables you to shoot up to 1:1 life size close-ups. Its large F2.8 aperture makes it an ideal lens for digital SLR as well as film SLR cameras.
Two Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements control various color aberrations and assure high image quality. Super Multi Coating gives superb color performance whilst cutting down flare and ghost. Its compact, yet advanced, construction has an overall length of Length 137mm, maximum diameter of 79.6mm, filter size of ɔ72mm and weight of 895grams.

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F2.8 large aperture tele-macro lens
Tele macro lenses have a greater working distance. It is possible to enjoy Macro photography, even when you are far from subject. This enables you to capture the small animals and insects without disturbing them. Very narrow depth-of-field allows selective focusing and less distracting backgrounds. Large aperture of F2.8 is ideal for sports, action and indoor photography.

It is equipped with two pieces of Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements
Two SLD glass elements control various color aberrations and assure high and sharp image quality.

Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) with full time manual focus override
The HSM models provide ultra quiet high-speed autofocusing as well as full-time manual focus override.

Floating Focusing System produces excellent optical performance
A floating focusing system moves two different lens groups in the optical system to different positions. This system compensates for astigmatic aberration and spherical aberration. Since focusing does not change its overall length, this lens is easy to hold and use.

Super Multi Layer Coating
“Super Multi Layer Coating” of this lens gives superb color performance whilst cutting down flare and ghost caused by reflections from the digital image sensor.

APO Tele-Converter EX (optional)
It is also possible to use this lens with Sigma 1.4x EX and 2x EX APO Tele-Converter. When this lens is used with the 1.4x EX or 2x EX Apo Tele Converters (optional), it becomes a 210mm F4 AF tele-macro lens or a 300mm F5.6 MF tele-macro lens respectively.

Lens Construction
16 Elements in 12 Groups
Angle of View
16.4 degrees
Number of Diaphragm Blades
9 Blades
Minimum Aperture
F22
Minimum Focusing Distance
38cm
Maximum Magnification
1:1
Filter Size
72mm
Dimensions
Diameter 79.6mm X Length 137mm
Weight
895g
SRP
£499.99

150mm f/2.8 EX IF HSM
SIGMA
CANON
NIKON (D)
FOUR THIRDS

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Geoffrey Crawley - Amateur Photographer - March 2005
'With regards to controlling distortion, the Sigma 150mm is clearly a first-class optic.'
'Sigma has produced a good all-round performer that will be welcomed over a broad band of applications... it represents very good value.'

   
Ephotozine - June 2005
'A well made and thought out macro lens with enough focal length to enable skittish insect photography without putting them to flight. Quiet and faster focusing with the ability to restrict the focusing to the area you are working in improves the experience also. Good balance on the excellent tripod collar makes for easy tripod work.’
 
F2 Freelance and Digital - June / July 2005
'The Sigma 150mm f/2.8 Macro was, quite simply, excellent on full frame digital, excellent on full frame film, and stunning on APS-C sensor digital where the crop factor made it feel like having a 225mm f/2.8 for full frame which would focus larger than 1:1! This lens, tested in Nikon mount on the D2X, Fuji S3, Kodak DCS Pro SLR/n and Velvia 100 film would have to get our highest blob rating if we didn’t despise blob ratings. Of course it has won photo press awards already, and no wonder.'
   
Professional Image Maker - June/July/August 2006
'Photographers who specialize in natural history photography either for money or enjoyment are going to love this one!'
’The engineering of this lens is up to the usual high standard we expect from the maker.’ 'The performance of the Sigma was essentially flawless and in the field it was way ahead of all the other problems such as camera shake and subject movement – this is a lens you can trust to do any job.' ‘The 150mm lens however is a real beauty, right up there with the standard we have come to expect from Sigma.’
   
Which Digital Camera - September 2006
'Sigma’s EX Matt finish is smart and hardwearing. The broad manual focus ring has a quality feel and good ribbing, so is easy to grip. Focusing is internal so the lens doesn’t change size as you focus closer. AF is smooth and almost silent, thanks to Sigma’s Hypersonic Motor, and a three position focus limiter stops the lens hunting through its full range.’
   
Photography Monthly - June 2007
'This lens is professionally built with all the attributes that you could possibly want included. It’s quick and quiet in use and provides punchy image quality, plus it sports a price tag that won’t make your bank manager blanch.’
   
Professional Photographer - July 2007
'As a macro, it works well, with plenty of working distance to chase bugs and the like, but short enough to handhold. Professionally built and offering everything you could possibly want, this lens is quick, quiet and produces punchy images. And the price won’t make too big a dent in your bank balance either.’
   
Digital Camera - September 2007
’Closest focus distance is 0.38 metres but with a focal length of 150mm, you don’t need to get so close to start with.’ ‘With its 150mm focal length, HSM autofocus and sturdy tripod collar, the Sigma certainly has plenty going for it at the price point.’
 
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