New lens, new shots.

Digital Matt · Apr 17, 2004

I just got a Sigma 70-300 APO Macro Super II. Here's one of my first shots. Not exactly super sharp, but it's so hard to get a sharp shot at 300mm while panning like mad trying to catch a seagull in flight. It was even luck to get it in the frame

I manually focused this while panning. I decided to do the soft focus in PS since the photo wasn't tack sharp to begin with. Whatcha think?

I love the lens. I'll be out tomorrow shooting all day with it I suspect

And one more, this one's a bit sharper, thankfully.

Harpper · Apr 17, 2004

Great shots Matt. 70-300mm is also the range I want to get. My 28-200mm is just a bit too shot on the telephoto side. It's good that you are testing out the lense for me. :wink:

Your first shot is my favorite of the two. The softness works well for this shot and I think sharpening it would lose its style. The glow below the bird also adds a nice effect. You mind if I borrow your lense? I'm make sure to return in 3 years.

Digital Matt · Apr 17, 2004

Thanks Harpper

This is a great lens. I can't let you borrow it, but I can link you to the website where I bought it for only $177!!!

http://www.deltainternational.com/store/Item_SGL70-300SC.htm

It also has a macro switch for close focusing and you can get half lifesize magnification. It's great for photographing butterflies and other skittish things because you can stand 3 feet away and fill the frame.

This lens is highly recommended for that price

c0ntr0lz · Apr 17, 2004

ok you have sealed the case shut
i'm getting that lens when i get my rebel
thanks and beautiful shots

danalec99 · Apr 17, 2004

Beautiful!

Prime_vci · Apr 17, 2004

i was looking for a lens in that range and since im unemployed thta 177 price tag looks pretty good and your pics are nice..... thanks for psoting i was kinda warey getting a cheaper lens... oooh ooh and its 58mm so my close up set will owrk on it ohh ohh