Comments on: Sigma 10mm f/2. 8 EX DC HSM Fisheye Lens for Pentax Digital SLR Cameras

By: M. Magley

M. Magley — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 01:10:51 +0000

I did a great deal of research before I bought this lens for my Canon Xsi (450D). It is my first Sigma lens (most others are Canon kit lenses – 18-55 mm; 55-250 mm along with a Lensbaby 2. 0 and a Canon “Nifty Fifty” 50 mm 1. 8 ) and I love it! I’ve already nicknamed it “The Tank” because it is hefty and well built(remember I am accustomed to kit lenses). It isn’t the type of lens you keep on the camera all the time but it is definitely one that will go where ever the camera goes! I received it at 8 PM (dusk) and the street lights were already on but I got some acceptable shots with ambient light – it is fast and sharp, even at 100% crop and the focusing is decisive with no “hunting”. If you enjoy images with non-traditional points of view this lens is worth it! I also like that it came with its own fitted, padded case – a must for a lens this expensive!
Rating: 5 / 5

By: Michael Gold

Michael Gold — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 22:39:48 +0000

Build Quality and Optics are superb compared to that of the Nikon Lens. I wouldn’t normally recommend a Sigma lens over a Nikon, but for this Lens I’ll have to make an exception. Also autofocuses on the D40/x/60 which is a major plus for people using those cameras. You won’t be disappointed with this lens!
Rating: 5 / 5

By: Uncadoo

Uncadoo — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:12:07 +0000

Built like a tank, fast and quiet autofocus, awesome optics. Beefier than the Nikon, the Sigma 10mm fish eye is an amazingly flexible lens. Well worth the investment!
Rating: 5 / 5

By: J. McVey

J. McVey — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:44:19 +0000

I bought this Sigma 10mm f/2. 8 full frame fisheye lens for use with my Canon 30D. I really like the lens image quality, build quality and overall operation. I’ve already taken some fun pictures with it. I use it to complement my Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5. 6 wide angle zoom. If you like take unique photos with an unusual perspective, you’ll enjoy the Sigma 10mm fisheye and it’s amazing depth of field. The lens also comes with a nice fitted case.
Rating: 5 / 5

By: J. Lee

J. Lee — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:02:05 +0000

It’s up to what other lenses you own. It’s not for everyday use, and the price is not cheap. Bending on both sides can be annoying at times. And focusing isn’t easy because everything is so small and looks focused on the LCD. But it takes photos that are very unique, and draws “wow” quite often. Whatever you’re shooting, it’s a great addition for special shot if you already have several lenses. Let me put it this way. You’ll probably be using this lens no more than 10% (for most people). And if $[. . . ] is ok for that 10%, then go for it. And, lens is a bit heavy. One of my works using the lens:[. . . ]
Rating: 4 / 5