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Old May 24th 11, 11:59 PM posted to alt.binaries.pictures.aviation
Jon Anderson
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Default New camera! Lens questions...

On 5/24/2011 12:03 AM, Bob (not my real pseudonym) wrote:

Rob a bank and go for the Sigma 50~500 "Bigma" super zoom. I love
mine and get very good results; the zoom range makes it useful for
almost any airshow situation beyond closely packed static displays.
Hefty *******, though - you'll need a strong arm...


Interesting. My brother recommended staying away from Sigma lenses due
to inconsistent quality. He's well known in the family for having a
distinct taste for quality stuff. I've been looking at lenses on Dyxum,
a great resource for Sony and Minolta users btw. I'll see what's posted
on that lens and maybe start looking for one. I know you are taking and
posting great shots, so says something for the lens.
Probably going to go with a Beercan next, but I've always had a
hankering for honking big lenes...

Thanks,


Jon