We have been hearing all sorts of rumours about the possible replacement of the Nikon D7200, and now we have got the camera on our test bench. The new D7500 boasts many features that have climbed down from the DX-format flagship D500. Of course, Nikon has to do justice to the D500 and we do not expect this newbie to lure people away from the flagship. Well, it is time to put … [Read more...]
Another Sharpness King – Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG |Art
The 135mm, being an Art-series lens, certainly has a reputation to keep. 135mm can rightly be considered an essential focal length in the ‘true’ telephoto range. This telephoto range produces just the right amount of compression effect for portraits and still life. Combined with a wide aperture, this Art lens is believed to deliver shallow depth-of-field along with pleasing … [Read more...]
Sigma USB Dock
Rohinton Mehta When you buy a new lens, you take it for granted that it will autofocus with 100% accuracy. And why not? Unfortunately, that does not always happen. Even the most expensive lenses, sometimes, do not autofocus with the accuracy that you may hope for. This is true across all manufacturers. At times, the critical focus is a wee-bit behind the autofocussed … [Read more...]
Sigma 100-400mm f/5 – 6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary
The 100-400mm focal range is much sought after by all nature and wildlife lovers. All the major manufacturers have such a lens in their range. With us this month is Sigma’s 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary. In recent times, every Sigma lens tested by SP has been special. Will the 100-400 repeat the success? Design & Build Quality The Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG … [Read more...]
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM
Photographers who shoot macro subjects face numerous challenges, not limited to camera shake, extremely shallow Depth-of- Field, shutter speed inadequate to compensate for a light breeze, lens casting a shadow on the subject, and sub-optimal lighting. Canon has now come up with an innovative idea. The EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM features an in-built ring light that addresses … [Read more...]
