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Old 08-31-2006   #1 (permalink)
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Just wondering what ya think of it as I'm seriously thinking of getting one.

Also if I get a non DG version what will I lose?(Straight EX HSM APO)
This will be used with a 10D and will be used 95% for Wildlife/Nature shots..

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GraphyFotoz,
I have a BIGMA, the DG version. The lens is quite heavy, but very usefull. However you'll have to learn shooting with this lens.
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GraphyFotoz,
I have a BIGMA, the DG version. The lens is quite heavy, but very usefull. However you'll have to learn shooting with this lens.
Thanx for your input Rense!
Yeah I know it's gonna be heavy! :
But.....a straight prime in 400-500mm is around a whooping full time 20in+ in length and probably close to as heavy.
Doing nature shots like I do carrying a bazooka around doesn't appeal to me.
There is the cost issue as well.
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Just wondering what ya think of it as I'm seriously thinking of getting one.

Also if I get a non DG version what will I lose?(Straight EX HSM APO)
This will be used with a 10D and will be used 95% for Wildlife/Nature shots..
...I think you might want to contact Rocky II, *THE* 10D+BIGMA enthousiast at DPReview, he even has his own IS system worked out for the BIGMA and the 400F5.6L (Miller HighLife )

See: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/po...r=hiixixiwhuij

He really is a great guy, email him your questions and I am sure he will reply

(and make sure to make him a Camel member also )

...€0.02 worth...

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Default Re: Any BIGMA users here?
I have only utilized a friends BIGMA on an XT body. It's an impressive package and suprisingly sharp throughout it's range.
You may want to also cross-shop the Tamron 200-500 for comparison. Both lenses are comparable in image quality, but
the Tamron is a bit lighter, and some might think; more cheaply made due it's higher plastic content. The BIG Tammy
does get good reviews though and it focuses rather quick.

Regardless, the BIGMA serves many photographers quite well, and it's still a compelling value.
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I have owned the Bigma for about 3 months and am very happy with it. I use it on a 30D and mainly for kids sports. I couldn't justify a a 300 2.8 for the price. The only downside is smallish aperature. You will probably need a monopod as a minimum however I have shot a few handheld with good results. You will need good bracing technique to do this.
Have fun - it's a great lens.

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