Hot Deal #2: Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS – $649 (updated)

[shoplink 17587 ebay]EF 24-105mm f/4L IS[/shoplink] Top Rated Plus eBay seller bigvalueinc (99.2% positive ratings) has a bargain price for the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS: [shoplink 17587 ebay]$672.69 $648.68 (click here)[/shoplink]. This is a new item in its original box, free shipping on all US orders. The seller notes:

  • This lens is 100% brand new.
  • These are lenses that were originally packaged with Canon Camera Kits. We sold the Canon Kits in a quantity order, and we had simply removed the Lenses and placed them in their own box with all original foam packaging.These Lenses are limited quantity only.

Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS – A new reference standard for professionals (DxOMark)

Sigma 24-105mm f/4

Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM
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DxOmark tested and measured Sigma’s latest addition to their “Art” line-up, the Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS. As you can see in the pic below the Sigma performs better than both the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS and the Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS lenses.

Sigma 24-105mm f/4

However, while the Sigma can hold up against the Canon EF 24-70 f/2.8L II and the Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC, its figures are slightly lower:

[the Sigma] can match both in peak sharpness but not quite in terms of uniformity. Although only slightly lower, the Sigma’s peripheral sharpness isn’t quite a match for either model at f4 to f8 throughout the zoom range.

The Sigma also has higher barrel distortion than the Canon at 24mm and has more noticeable pincushion than either model, which develops quite early on in the zoom range and is evident at 35mm. On the plus side the challenger has better control of CA than the Canon at all focal lengths and it’s lower than the Tamron in the corners at its widest focal length (where it’s quite noticeable with that model).

Sigma 24-105mm f/4

In any case, this appears to be an amazing lens.

[via DxOmark]

Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS Review (lemondedelaphoto)

Sigma 24-105mm f/4

Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM
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French site lemondedelaphoto (translated) reviewed the Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM lens, Sigma’s latest addition to the “Art” line-up (in stock at B&H for $899). Please note that the links to the pages of the review are not working when translating with Google (at least not for me).

Optical quality measures are better than Canon’s equivalent, the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS (price & specs). The reviewer outlines the very good build quality, and auto-focus performance. They observed vignetting at 24mm and distortion (though figures appear to be better than on the Canon 24-105mm). Final rating is 8.4/10. The conclusion is here.

 

Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS Review (camerastuffreview)

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Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM
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camerastuffreview reviewed the Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM lens, Sigma’s latest addition to the “Art” line-up (in stock since a few days at B&H for $899). The lens comes with a pouch and a flower-shaped lens hood, and is highly regarded by reviewer for its build quality and optical performance, not to mention the price tag that makes it affordable for non pros. The Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM is a modern looking lens with great optical properties and build quality that beats the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens (according to the reviewer).

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Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM Review (ephotozine)

Sigma 24-105mm

Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM
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ephotozine reviewed Sigma’s latest addition to their “Art” line-up, the Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM (in stock since a few days at B&H for $899). They highlight the pros of the lens:

  • Excellent sharpness throughout the zoom range
  • Good build quality
  • Constant f/4 maximum aperture
  • Effective optical stabilisation

The Canon equivalent, the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM costs a bit less (actually: ). We have to wait for a direct comparison to see which one is better. In their conclusion ephotozine writes:

With their latest lens releases, Sigma appear to be changing their past image of a manufacturer of lenses that are less expensive than the major camera manufacturers, instead concentrating on lenses that deliver performance to rival the best available.

This lens certainly is capable of producing outstanding clarity, at a price that is comparable to those of camera manufacturers own lenses. It should certainly be considered as a viable alternative if you’re in the market for a lens of this specification.

The review comes with test charts and sample pics.

Canon Deals: EOS 5D Mark III w/ 24-105mm f/4L IS ($3605), EF 24-105mm f/4L IS ($702)

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Top Rated Plus eBay seller has the Canon EOS 5D Mark III with EF 24-105mm f/4L IS for [shoplink 16750 ebay]$3604.82 (click here)[/shoplink]. New item in original box, free shipping and limited stock at this price. Please note what the seller states:

This camera may be an imported model. It is completely identical to the USA model and is produced by the same factories. This product comes set in English as a standard, with USA connections, and English manuals. Imported models do not carry a USA manufacturer warranty card. Your purchase is covered by a BigValueInc store warranty which covers you for 1 Year. Please view below in our terms and conditions for details.

Another good deal by Top Rated Plus eBay seller 6ave (99.2 positive ratings): the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS lens for [shoplink 16754 ebay]$701.70 (click here)[/shoplink]. New item, free shipping. Bonus items: UV filter and lens cleaning kit.

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