Summary: The lens is heavy and it is big. However the quality of the images it produces more than make up for all that. I am very pleased that I chose this lens.
Summary: I shoot portraits and weddings along with a little stock. This lens is a great addition to my bag. It is tack sharp, with good contrast and neutral colors.
Summary: I have been using this lens since I have received it. Close up shoots of spring flowers blooming. Sharp detail easy to focus, depth of field is great.
Pros: Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Summary: I bought the lens specifically to pursue macro photography and also some portraiture. The lens is just awesome for close-up work in that it magnifies up to 1:1 which my...
Summary: Tack sharp and the VR helps out tremendously when you're at that magnification. I had a sigma 105mm f/2.8 and it was a fantastic lens(great color and bokeh), but...
Pros: Consistent Output, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction