> Don Williams wrote:
> >
> > A Sigma manual focus APO Macro 70-300mm lens with a Gold band around the
> > end?
> >
> > Don
>
> I have bad experience with the Sigma manual focus lenses.... I'd
> suggest looking for a fixed focal length lens. The AF 300/4 APO Macro
> is a great lens for the price. And I'm not the only one on this list
> with that opinion. It is not "rare" but I hardly ever see them for sale.
>
> --
>
> Christian
> http://photography.skofteland.net
>
I add my endorsement to the 300F4.
Produces nice images and the AF is quite fast on the istD and PZ-1
Your right. I have seen very few for sale. That might mean something good.:-)
Dave