Sigma 70mm F/2.8 Macro EX DG Lens For Canon EF-Mount {62}

Lens Specifications

Lens Name: 70mm F2.8 EX DG Macro

Description: Designed for use with full frame digital SLR cameras. May also be used with smaller APS-c size sensors with a corresponding effective increase in focal length to about 105mm with most cameras
Focuses down to 1:1 magnification ratio at its closest working distance of 10.1 inches
Extremely compact weighing only 18.5 ounces & measures only 3.7 inches long.

Focus Type: Auto/Manual

Works with this type of camera: APS-C, Full Frame and Film

Focal Length: 70mm

Elements: 10 Elements in 9 Groups
f-Stop Range: f2.8 - f22

Minimum Focus: 10.1 inches (1:1)

Macro: Yes 1:1

Zoom Type: N/A

Length of lens retracted: 3.7 inches

Length of lens zoomed out: N/A

Image Stabilized: No

Aperture ring on the lens: Yes

Filter Size: 62mm

Lens Hood: Yes

Weight in ounces: 18.5 oz

Other Note: No motor for Nikon D40, D50 etc.

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