Sigma today announces new SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM / DC MACRO HSM, the lens features Optical Image stabilization, 22cm close focusing distance, size 30% more compact by volume than previous lenses of its type, also features Aspherical, FLD, SLD lens elements and Sigma’s Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting.
MTF Chart of Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 Lens
Press Release
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the new SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM / DC MACRO HSM, the large-aperture APS-C standard zoom lens with a focal range that covers all your everyday needs along with macro functionality.
The most important features for a standard zoom lens for digital single lens reflex camera is to achieve high image quality, to meet the needs in various occasions and to be handy and compact.
The SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM will clear away all the general concerns, such as a short minimum focusing distance, not a long enough focal length for telephoto shooting and a small aperture value. Mainly used for general-purpose photography, this everyday lens covers a range equivalent to 25.5-105mm on a 35mm camera. It’s surprisingly compact in size for a large-aperture lens that opens up to F2.8. Great for treasured snapshots of travel or family occasions, it also handles shots that are a little bit more creative. Designed to be the kind of lens you carry around with you all the time, it delivers simplicity and is so user-friendly it’s sure to satisfy even the most demanding of users.
Corresponding AF Mounts: SIGMA, Sony (D), Nikon (D), Pentax, Canon
Accessories: Petal type Lens hood (LH780-03) supplied.
* Vignetting will occur if the lens is used with digital cameras with image sensor larger than
APS-C size or 35mm SLR, and APS Film SLR cameras.
* For Pentax mount, if the camera body does not support HSM, auto focus will not be available.
* Sony and Pentax mounts are not incorporated with OS function.
* The appearance and specification are subject to change without notice.
