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This has an off position and two separate custom settings you can change custom settings by connecting the lens to your PC via Sigma's USB Dock ($54.99 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) accessory.
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There's also a switch to set the stabilization mode, or to disable stabilization, and a custom settings switch. The minimum focus distance changes depending on focal length at 120mm it is 1.5 meters, and at 300mm it is 2.5 meters.
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You get a standard autofocus/manual focus toggle swtich, and three-position focus limiter that lets you seek focus over the full range, from 10 meters to infinity, or from the minimum focus distance to 10 meters. There are a few control switches on the lens, near the mount. (Opens in a new window) Read Our Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 Telephoto Zoom Lens Review Obviously you'll want a shorter shutter speed to capture action when the light allows for it. I managed to get sharp photos at 300mm f/2.8 at shutter speeds as low as 1/60-second when shooting subjects that were relatively still. The lens does have built-in optical stabilization, and I was quite happy with its performance in conjunction with a monopod. Your arms will thank you at the end of a long day of shooting, and you'll be able to get sharp photos at longer shutter speeds. If you need to move about with this lens, we really recommend that you add a good monopod like the excellent Manfrotto 694CX Carbon Fiber 4-Section Monopod ($622.99 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) to your kit. There are three tripod sockets on the collar, so you can attach a quick release plate and an attachment for a BlackRapid or similar strap system.
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You don't want to put this lens on the front of your SLR and for your mount to bear the brunt of the weight. You'll also have to reverse or remove the hood if you opt for a polarizing filter you won't be changing its position very easily with the hood attached.Ī tripod collar is included, and that's a good thing. There's no drop-in filter option, so if you're someone who still uses glass filters (the most useful of which are polarizing filters on digital bodies), you'll want to budget for one that fits the lens. Buying a good multicoated UV filter to protect the lens is a daunting prospect at 105mm, even the bargain-basement filters can run $50, and a good one will set you back $180. The hood is made of metal and can take some abuse, and it's certain to prevent stray fingerprints from hitting the lens element. It will reduce the chance of lens flares and give a slight boost to image contrast, but more importantly it will go a long way in protecting the huge front element. Despite the added size, we recommend using the hood for a couple of reasons. If you add the included reversible hood the height increases to 16 inches. It measures 11.5 by 4.8 inches (HD) and weighs 7.5 pounds. Since 1982, PCMag has tested and rated thousands of products to help you make better buying decisions. ( See how we test everything we review (Opens in a new window).)
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