วันจันทร์ที่ 20 เมษายน พ.ศ. 2552

Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens allows enjoyment of super wide-angle photography and it is a very powerful tool for indoor shooting and landscape photography with digital SLR cameras. Wide angle of view (102.4 degrees at 10mm and 63.8 degrees at 20mm) offers the photographer greater freedom of expression. 3 Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements are employed for effective compensation of color aberration, which is a common problem with super-wide angle lenses. One piece of glass mold and two hybrid aspherical lenses, offer excellent correction for distortion, as well as all types of aberration. This lens is equipped with an inner focusing system, and the models which are equipped with HSM system provide quiet, high speed autofocus shooting and also offer full time manual focusing. It has a minimum focusing distance of 24cm at all focal lengths. The non-rotating lens barrel perfectly suits the petal shaped lens hood. A circular polarizing filter can also be used conveniently. Angle of View - 102.4 - 63.8 degrees 6 Diaphragm Blades Minimum Aperture F22 Minimum Focusing Distance - 24cm/9.4 inches Maximum Magnification - 1 - 6.7 Filter Size - Diameter 77mm Lens Hood Petal Hood Dimensions - Diameter 83.5mm x Length 81mm, 3.3 x 3.2 inches Weight - 470 gram (16.6 ounces)

Product Details

  • Brand: Sigma
  • Model: B0007U00X0
  • Dimensions: 3.50" h x 3.50" w x 3.50" l, 1.04 pounds


  • Features

  • 10-20mm ultra-wide angle lens designed exclusively for Canon digital SLR cameras
  • 3 special low dispersion (SLD) glass elements to compensate for color aberration
  • Hyper-Sonic Motor (HSM) produces silent, high-speed autofocus; full-time manual focus
  • Multilayer lens coating reduces flare and ghost; 9.4-inch close focusing distance
  • Measures 3.3 inches in diameter and 3.2 inches long; weighs 16.4 ounces



  • Editorial Reviews

    Amazon.com Product Description
    Designed exclusively for Canon digital SLR cameras, the ultra-wide-angle 10-20mm offers a view from 102.4 to 63.8 degrees, making it ideal for landscape photography and other vast applications. The lens is distinguished by its three special low dispersion (SLD) glass elements, which effectively compensate for color aberration, and its aspherical lenses, which provide maximum correction for distortion and various aberrations. As a result, the lens produces an extremely high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. The HSM-equipped models, meanwhile, produce fast autofocus (AF) speeds and quiet shooting while still letting you perform full-time manual focus. Other details include a minimum focusing distance of 9.4 inches at all focal lengths and an integral petal-type hood to block out extraneous light.

    Lens Elements and Coating
    The new multilayer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghost--a common problem with digital cameras--while also creating an optimal color balance throughout the entire zoom range. At the same time, the lens offers three SLD glass elements that effectively compensate for color aberration, along with a piece of glass mold and two hybrid aspherical lenses that offer excellent correction for distortion and all types of aberration.

    Inner Focusing System and HSM
    The lens incorporates an internal focusing system that eliminates front lens rotation, letting you use a petal-type hood to protect from additional glare. And models equipped with a Hyper-Sonic Motor (HSM) produce silent, high-speed autofocus and full-time manual focus for Sigma, Canon, and Nikon D-mount lenses.

    Best Consumer Lens
    The Sigma 10-20mm lens is so respected that it was named the best consumer lens in Europe (2006) by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA), a collection of 31 publications from 12 countries. According to TIPA, the 10-20mm lens offers a versatile range of wide-angle focal lengths, a good optical performance, and a budget price, making it an excellent investment for owners of DSLRs with APS-C format sensors. Its sharpness remains constant throughout the zoom range, and its compact size makes it an ideal companion for shooting travel, landscapes, or architectural subjects.

  • Lens construction: 14 elements in 10 groups
  • Angle of view: 102.4 to 63.8 degrees
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 6
  • Minimum aperture: f/22
  • Minimum focusing distance: 9.4 inches
  • Maximum magnification: 1:6.7
  • Filter size: 77mm
  • Dimensions: 3.3 inches in diameter and 3.2 inches long
  • Weight: 16.4 ounces

    From the Manufacturer
    The 10 to 20 millimeters f4 to 5.6 EX DC HSM lens allows enjoyment of super wide-angle photography and it is a very powerful tool for indoor shooting and landscape photography with APS-C size image sensors of digital SLR cameras.

    Wide angle of view (102.4 degrees at 10 millimeters and 63.8 degrees at 20 millimeters) offers the photographer greater freedom of expression.

    Three SLD glass elements are employed for effective compensation of color aberration, which is a common problem with super-wide angle lenses. One piece of glass mold and two hybrid aspherical lenses, offer excellent correction for distortion, as well as all types of aberration.

    This lens is equipped with an inner focusing system, and the models which are equipped with HSM system provide quiet, high speed autofocus shooting and also offer full time manual focusing. It has a minimum focusing distance of 24 centimeters (9.4 inches) at all focal lengths. The non-rotating lens barrel perfectly suits the petal shaped lens hood. A circular polarizing filter can also be used conveniently.

  • It covers a superwide angle of view 102.4 to 63.8 degrees
  • Three pieces of Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and three aspherical lens elements produce top quality optical performance.
  • Inner focusing system ensures the length of the lens remains unchanged whilst controlling aberrations.
  • Equipped with HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) system
  • Minimum focusing distance of 24 centimeters (9.4 inches) at all focal lengths
  • Relatively compact, lightweight for an ultra wide-angle zoom lens



    Note to customers: Vignetting will occur if the lens is used with digital cameras with image sensors larger than APS-C size or 35mm SLR cameras.


  • Customer Reviews

    Good Quality4
    I have always been loyal to Canon brand lenses, as we have a dozen of them. I have not had good results from off brand lenses but this 10-20mm lens is a solid, quality piece of glass. It appears to be made well enough to withstand the use and abuse our equipment gets shooting outdoors on location. It is very sharp and the zoom ring slides very smoothly with good control. Time will tell if it holds up well after a year or two of use. I like the sunshade that is included with it, but also must note that it has a large front element that is very vulnerable to dirt or fingerprints. For the reasonable price of this very wide lens, I would say its a good value and a fun lens to do some abstract wide angle work without spending too much money.

    Save yourself $$ and get this lens5
    I bought this lens and was considering the Canon with similar specs at the same time. I am so happy I chose this one. It costs significantly less than the Canon and the pictures are phenomenal. I am astounded how wide it gets. There is, to be expected, distortion at the edges of the photo at 10mm. At 20mm, it's essentially imperceptible. I use this lens for all sorts of shots, from group photos to near-panoramic landscapes.

    Fanstastic lens and a great value5
    First off, a wide-angle is sensor specific so there are just a few top contenders for Canon's APC-S (1.6x crop factor) cameras. I shoot with the Canon EOS 40D. The downside here is that if you choose to get a full-frame camera body such as the Canon EOS 5D, you will need to replace this and any other EF-S lenses you own.

    The Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 has everything I valued going for it: price, build quality, great glass and zoom range. It also comes with a lens hood which the more expensive Canon competitor does not.

    I rented a couple of comparable lenses to help in my decision: the Tokina 11-16mmf/2.8 and the Canon 10-22m f/3.5-5.6

    The Canon 10-22mm, like all EF-S lenses I've used, is built like a toy in comparison to other lenses. Cheap, plastic, loose tolerances. While it did produce OK results, I got vignetting wide open. Considering that its' price is higher than all the rest, it did not look like a good value.

    The Tokina, on the other hand, was build like a tank. Great contrast, clarity and fast. However, I decided that I didn't need the f/2.8 or the extra $100 on the price tag and did want the extra zoom range. But it is a great lens and you can read my review on the product page.

    Regardless, I am completely satisfied with this lens and highly recommend it over the Canon.

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    .45x Wide Angle & 2.2x Telephoto HD² Pro Lens Set for Canon PowerShot A570 A590 IS Digital Camera

    .45x Wide Angle & 2.2x Telephoto HD² Pro Lens Set for Canon PowerShot A570 A590 IS Digital Camera

    .45x Wide Angle & 2.2x Telephoto HD² Pro Lens Set for Canon PowerShot A570 A590 IS Digital Camera

    Since it fits right over your camera's existing lens system, a wide-angle and telephoto converter affects the full zoom range of your camera's lens. A wide-angle converter increases your angle of view - scenes include more of the landscape, groups include more people, and interiors show more of the room. A .45x wide-angle converter DOUBLES your angle of view, allowing you to get twice as much in the picture (AND your telephoto setting also becomes wider; not zooming in as close). A 2.2x converter will double your camera's maximum focal length, bringing things twice as close. An Opteka conversion lens can actually improve the image that your digital camera receives, and it's about the only accessory that can. By eliminating flare and ghosting, the ugly cousins of reflection and refraction, before they get to your camera's original lens system, your camera gets a much cleaner image to digitize. Plus, an Opteka converter allows you to use a more optimal part of your original lens system, resulting in more crisp imagery. Nothing changes the way you see the world like High Definition², and no company does High Definition² like Opteka. In the professional setting, Opteka's glass optics define High Definition. Change the way you view the world. Enjoy outstanding detail, enjoy enhanced clarity, enjoy Opteka. With an Opteka 5 piece Lens/Camera cleaning kit it contains everything you need to maintain your Digital Camera! It cleans hard to reach lenses, protects battery contacts, and is very easy and safe to use. Works excellent for lenses, cameras, filters, and it also easily cleans LCD panels. The lens cleaning solution is specially made for removing oil and dirt. The Opteka table top tripod is ideal for backyard observation or anywhere - an ultra-compact tripod is all you need! Opteka lenses are covered by a lifetime warranty.

    Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #29954 in Camera & Photo
  • Brand: Opteka
  • Model: OPT-HD2-W-T-A570


  • Features

  • Opteka .45x High Definition² Professional Wide Angle Lens,
  • Opteka 2.2x High Definition² Professional Telephoto Lens,
  • Opteka Tabletop Tripod, 5 Piece Camera/Lens Cleaning Kit and Lens Adapter Included.
  • High-index / low-dispersion digital multi-coated optical glass with built-in macro lens for extreme close-up shots.
  • High speed auto-focus / Infrared compatible! Maximize day and night shots by providing maximum light and image transmission.



  • Customer Reviews

    Opteka rocks!5
    These lenses are excellent for the money. The adapter works great. The photos come out with even more clarity and vibrance in my opinion on my Canon A570 IS.
    I definitely recommend this product to anyone whose digital camera accepts this Opteka lens kit.

    Excellent purchase5
    I bought this for someone else and the receiver was thrilled with the gift. The seller's service was great too.

    Price: $64.95
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    วันอาทิตย์ที่ 19 เมษายน พ.ศ. 2552

    Tiffen 77mm Close Up Lens Set

    Tiffen 77mm Close Up Lens Set

    Tiffen 77mm Close Up Lens Set

    Close Up Lens Set is the easy-to-use solution for getting extra close. Each lens maintains resolution and picture clarity while maximizing image size. Use these lenses individually or in combination for maximum effect.

    Product Details

  • Brand: Tiffen
  • Model: 77CUS
  • Dimensions: .45 pounds


  • Features

  • Easy-to-use solution for getting extra close
  • 77mm diameter
  • Use lenses individually or in combination for maximum effect



  • Editorial Reviews

    Amazon.com Product Description
    Maintains resolution and picture clarity while maximizing image size.


    Customer Reviews

    liked it5
    This protective filter fit perfectly on my 70-200mm/f2.8 Nikkor lense. Very well build and sturty, it was highly recommended for keeping my $2,000 lens clean and scratch free.

    Tiffen Infra Red 87 Filter5
    I use this for color and black and white infra red photography with my Canon digital camera. Keep in mind that with this filter on the camera you won't see anything in the viewfinder and may have to focus manually with the filter off before taking the pictures. Exposures may be long also.

    Great Filter5
    I took an advice from my friend and bought this filter to protect my expensive Canon lense. I got a lot of good pictures out of this filter. I did not get any glare and I can take picture of the water very clean and clear. I am extremely happy and I am sure you will like it. Its a good investment to have something to protect your expensive lense

    Price: $96.95
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    วันพุธที่ 15 เมษายน พ.ศ. 2552

    Opteka .43x Full Fisheye Lens for Sony Handycam HDR-UX1 UX10 UX20 SR1 HC62 HC52 HC96 HC3 DCR-SR42 SR45 SR65 SR85 SR220 SR10 Camcorder

    Opteka .43x Full Fisheye Lens for Sony Handycam HDR-UX1 UX10 UX20 SR1 HC62 HC52 HC96 HC3 DCR-SR42 SR45 SR65 SR85 SR220 SR10 Camcorder

    Opteka .43x Full Fisheye Lens for Sony Handycam HDR-UX1 UX10 UX20 SR1 HC62 HC52 HC96 HC3 DCR-SR42 SR45 SR65 SR85 SR220 SR10 Camcorder

    Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #476 in Camera & Photo
  • Size: 30mm
  • Brand: Opteka
  • Model: OP43HD-S-UX1
  • Dimensions: 1.00" h x 1.00" w x 1.00" l, 1.00 pounds


  • Features

  • High definition professional optical glass.
  • Extreme fisheye effect and a high degree of barrel distortion.
  • Fully multi-coated with anti-reflection coating.
  • Built-in macro lens for extreme close-up shots.
  • Made in Japan, Lifetime warranty.



  • Customer Reviews

    Fisheye5
    Just got this fisheye in for my Sony DCR-SR45 and i love it! I plan on using it to film skate videos and to use it in my church youth group! A most have for skateboarders :)

    totally satisfied5
    I bought this lens as a birthday present for my brother... I wasn't too sure how it would go over but I figured for the price it wouldn't be too much of a loss if he decided it wasn't what he was looking for... turns out he was thrilled with it. It was a perfect fit for his Sony DCR SR45 camcorder... the "span" of the fisheye scope is excellent... it's a great, affordable "starter" lens for those up and coming do-it-yourself skateboard videos... it even comes with a little leather protective pouch.... and best of all was the price!

    Nice fisheye5
    Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3H8Q9XVC49ONL I use the Opteka .43x fisheye converter on a Sony DCR-HC62 camcorder. The lens has a 37mm thread size and came with a 37-30mm step-down ring to fit on my camera. It works just the way a fisheye converter should work. The video looks good, I have no complaints.

    Price: $29.95
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    3x Tele+ Wa Lens for Panasonic Lumix Dmc-fz20 Dmc-fz15

    3x Tele+ Wa Lens for Panasonic Lumix Dmc-fz20 Dmc-fz15

    3x Tele+ Wa Lens for Panasonic Lumix Dmc-fz20 Dmc-fz15

    Product Details

  • Brand: Red Hot Buys
  • Model: 3x-dl-fz20
  • Dimensions: 9.00" h x 13.00" w x 18.00" l, 7.00 pounds


  • Features

  • 3X High Defination Telephoto Lens
  • .45X Wide Angle Lens with Macro
  • Carrying Case and Full Size Tripod,
  • Cleaning Kit and Compact Tripod
  • Fit For Panasonic Lumix Dmc-fz20 Dmc-fz15


  • Price: $99.99
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    วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 9 เมษายน พ.ศ. 2552

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens

    This is considered the standard lens for use with Canon SLR cameras

    Product Details

  • Brand: Canon
  • Model: 2514A002
  • Dimensions: 1.60" h x 2.70" w x 2.70" l, .29 pounds


  • Features

  • 50mm standard lens with f/1.8 maximum aperture
  • Traditional Gauss-type optical design is extremely sharp
  • Focuses as close as 18 inches for extreme close-ups
  • Ideal for natural-looking shots; excellent color balance
  • Measures 2.7 inches in diameter; 1-year warranty



  • Editorial Reviews

    Amazon.com Product Description
    Lightweight and affordable, the Canon EF 50mm lens--which offers a fast f/1.8 aperture--is an excellent lens for people who prefer a fixed focal length. Canon's lightest EF lens at a mere 4.6 ounces, the lens boasts a traditional Gauss-type optical design that delivers a sharp performance even when wide open. As a result, the lens provides an image that's extremely close to how your eye perceives a subject, making it excellent for portraits and images that require a natural depth of field. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 18 inches, helping you take extreme close-ups. Finally, the lens offers an excellent color balance. As with all Canon lenses, the lens carries a one-year warranty.

  • Focal length: 50mm
  • Maximum aperture: 1:1.8
  • Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
  • Diagonal angle of view: 46 degrees
  • Focus adjustment: Overall linear extension system with Micromotor
  • Closest focusing distance: 1.5 feet
  • Filter size: 52mm
  • Dimensions: 2.7 inches in diameter, 1.6 inches long
  • Weight: 4.6 ounces


  • Canon EF 50mm f1.8 II lens highlights

    From the Manufacturer
    Lightweight and affordable, this sharp lens with a fast f/1.8 aperture is an excellent first lens for those who prefer a fixed focal length, and makes an excellent addition to any photographer’s system for available-light shooting. A traditional Gauss-type optical design ensures sharp performance even wide open, and it focuses as close as 18 inches/0.45m.

    A medium telephoto lens with a large aperture brings the subject closer, creates excellent background blur, gives a longer flash range, and affords a faster shutter speed to freeze the action. A standard zoom lens, with its natural angle of view and perspective, captures the subject plainly, with no special effects. However, you can use standard lenses in creative ways by varying the subject distance, aperture, and angle.


    Customer Reviews

    The best lens5
    Not only is it budget friendly. But it creates stunning photographs. It is a must have for every photographer no matter their skill. :)

    Canon Camera lens- manufacturer defect2
    the lens had a defect. Almost broke my camera. Didn't realize the lens had a defect and I tried to put it on my camera. I returned the item and got my money back.

    very bad AF1
    great in total, but very bad auto focus, as much as i spend my time to tell you abut that..... but still great lens in that value
    ( sharp, light like plastic toy, fast )

    Price: $129.99
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    วันพุธที่ 8 เมษายน พ.ศ. 2552

    Olympus 18-180mm f/3.5-6.3 Zuiko Lens for E Series DSLR Cameras

    Olympus 18-180mm f/3.5-6.3 Zuiko Lens for E Series DSLR Cameras

    Olympus 18-180mm f/3.5-6.3 Zuiko Lens for E Series DSLR Cameras

    This is lightweight, compact and with a great 10x standard zoom lens covered to the range of distinct telephoto effect. It is equivalent to 36-360mm on a 35mm camera. The almighty lens can cover most of shooting scene. The closest focusing distance is down to 45cm in entire zoom area, and 0.23x (equivalent to 0.46x on a 35mm camera) of magnification allows you close-up shots. Two ED lenses and two aspherical lenses compensate each aberration to give the high-performance in entire zoom area.

    Product Details

  • Brand: Olympus
  • Model: Digital
  • Dimensions: 7.00" h x 5.30" w x 4.80" l, 1.60 pounds


  • Features

  • Focal Length - 18mm-180mm (36mm-360mm 35mm equivalent)
  • Lens Construction - 15 elements in 13 groups, including 2 ED Lenses and 2 aspherical lenses
  • Closest Focusing Distance - 17.7 (0.45m) / Maximum Image Magnification - 0.23x (0.46x 35mm equivalent)
  • Maximum Aperture - f3.5 (18mm) - f6.3 (180mm) / Minimum Aperture - f22
  • Number of Blades - 7



  • Editorial Reviews

    From the Manufacturer
    Receive sharp and colorful images from this lightweight all-digital lens, from less than 18 inches away or as far as its 10x telephoto will take you. Weighing less than 16 oz., this durable, extremely portable lens is perfect for wide group shots or "zooming in" on your child's soccer game, and delivers a distortion-free view and outstanding results thanks to ED glass lens elements and its built-in CPU that automatically corrects lens, shading and exposure information.

    The sophisticated line of Zuiko Digital lenses is designed to professional standards to provide professional results in every facet of their use. Coreless motors provide impressive speed. A dedicated computer processor supplies intuitive image data transfer. A wide focal range gives you the flexibility to perfectly frame and capture detailed images near and far. Precision crafted optics--including fine aspherical and ED glass elements--produce the finest image results. And a digital specific design based on the Four Thirds System makes this lens virtually effortless to carry and use. This is not a lens built specifically for the E-1 Digital SLR; it is a lens built specifically for you.


    Customer Reviews

    who says it isn't sharp?5
    With all the reviews I read about its sharpness I was a bit apprehensive at first before ordering it. But then I needed a really good ranged travel lens for my E520. I initially was aiming for the Sigma 18-125mm but the price for 4/3rds mount suddenly went up to something unimaginable for a third party lens in this class. So, I went for the 18180 and did my own little test as soon as it arrived...mounted it on my E520 and Viola!!! I got really crisp, tack sharp images I wasn't expecting from this lens. 18 all the way to 180, and even indoor shots. Maybe my requirements are a bit shallower than the rest or maybe my hands proved steadier but the IS in the E520 really worked wonders for this piece of glass. Not satisfied to what I saw on the LCD,I even took a quick look at the images on my PC monitor and was I happy to find they were SHARP as I've mentioned. Slow? That's another thing. But I've got real praises for this lens and I said I even tried some indoor shots. Maybe not as slow as I previously read too. Maybe my copy was perfect or close. But one that's not a maybe, I sure will recommend this lens to E5xx owners (those with IS) who are looking for a dependable one travel lens. Go for it!!!

    Great value for otherwise very expensive item.5
    The lens was an incredible value. I had priced new lenses and knew I couldn't afford one. This used lens was in NEW condition and cost me about half the price.

    The seller is fantastic! I have never bought anything this expensive over the internet, but this seller calmed my nerves. He kept in constand contact. The item arrived much quicker than I expected and was very, very soundly packaged. I would purchase again from him and recommend him to others.

    NEW COMBO LENSES.5
    A GREAT SUBSTITUTION FOR THOSE WHO DON'T LIKE TO CARRY AROUND A BAG WITH TWO KIT LENSES ALTHOUGH A BIT PRICEY. IT'S ONLY SLIGHTLY LARGER AND HEAVIER THAN THE KIT LENS, I FIND IT MORE CONVENIENT TO LEAVE ON THE CAMERA ALL THE TIME. ALTHOUGH I HAVEN'T USED THE TELE MUCH IT SEEMS TO BE WORKING PRETTY WELL IN MACRO ZOOMING IN TO ABOUT 24 INCHES AND GETTING SHARP RESULTS.
    AM NOT SORRY I SPENT THE EXTRA MONEY.

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