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Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro HSM

A new lens with macro capability and high image quality
Ibarionex R. Perello

Updated December 12, 2016
Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro HSMA telephoto zoom is an important part of most outdoor photographers’ gear. But unlike the casual shooter, for a pro or serious amateur, a fast maximum aperture becomes essential because we often find ourselves shooting in relatively low light, such as at dusk or dawn. Yet such fast lenses can often be expensive and out of reach for some photographers. With the Sigma APO 70-200mm ƒ/2.8 EX DG Macro HSM, a fast telephoto zoom for less than $1,200, I was curious to see how well this affordable zoom would perform.

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Originally Published December 1, 2006
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