Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM

Versatile compact zoom with impressive macro capabilities

Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 16
Durability 15
Price 16
Usability 15
Brand Sigma
Model 884

Key Features

SENSOR Designed for APS-C format sensors
PROCESSOR N/A
AUTOFOCUS Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) for fast, quiet AF
PHASE DETECTION Compatible with DSLR phase detection systems
VIDEO Optimized for smooth focus during video capture
STABILIZATION Optical Stabilizer (OS) providing up to 4 stops
BURST RATE N/A
VIEWFINDER N/A
DISPLAY N/A
CONNECTIVITY N/A
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Standard build, brass bayonet mount
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✓ Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM

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Learn & Master Photography with Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 17-70mm
Aperture Range f/2.8-4 to f/22
Lens Construction 16 elements in 14 groups
Minimum Focus Distance 22cm (8.7 in)
Maximum Magnification 1:2.8
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 72mm
Stabilization Optical Stabilizer (OS)
Autofocus Motor HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor)
Weight 465g
Dimensions 79mm x 82mm