Sigma SA has the pleasure of working with some of South Africa’s top wildlife photographers. The brand is proud to support photographic artists that brave the harsh environments and long hours so that we all can enjoy the majesty of the Wild. It takes great amount of dedication, skill and, not to mention, a little smile from Lady Luck to get that perfect shot. We just have to commend our brand ambassadors every time they manage to do just that! The following incredible sequence of photos documents a 2.5 year… read more →
Date: 19-22 November 2015 Venue: The Ticketpro Dome, Johannesburg Tickets: R50 – R200 per person available online (webtickets.co.za) or at the door For more information: info@photofilmexpo.com | 011 326 2257 | www.photofilmexpo.com The 7th annual Photo & Film Expo, Africa’s largest photographic and film event, is all geared up and ready to entertain the crowds later this week. Showcasing an impressive range of photographic brands and offering an inspiring line-up of free workshops, exciting competitions and interesting live demos, this event is a must-see for professional and amateur photographers… read more →
The Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | SPORTS lens was recently put through its paces and expertly reviewed by wildlife photographer Trevor McCall-Peat. Taking the lens out into the field for a rigorous test run, first impressions were positive as he attached the sleek modern lens to his trusty Canon 1D Mark IV body. While other longer telephoto lenses may fall short where stability and portability are concerned, MacCall-Peat was happy to report that the two Optical Stabilizer modes and design of the lens make handheld shooting a lot… read more →
Marketed as the best AF 50mm prime lens around, the Sigma Global Vision 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art lens has lofty expectations to live up to. While the lens is relatively large, it is the ideal choice for those who value function and quality over compactness. With a solid build, fast and silent AF and outstanding optics, this SGV 50mm Art lens is definitely worth the price point. Not built for damp and dusty conditions, this lens is best suited to full frame photographers who appreciate the fact that it… read more →
While many shutterbugs regularly ogle the extreme wide angle lenses available online, most are unaware of the steep learning curve involved in making the transition to using one. A few top tips will be briefly outlined below to help photographers make the transition and truly get the most out of their new wide angle lens from Sigma. The very first thing that many photographers grapple with is the exaggerated perspective. Composition is a lot more complex than it is when using a conventional range lens as the foreground subject matter… read more →
Wildlife photography can be fulfilling and exceptionally rewarding when a photographer manages to capture that perfect shot where all elements seem to be working together, offering up a moment in the life of the subject and a glimpse into the very essence of their being. Below you will find a remarkable wildlife photography of two talented local photographers, captured through a Sigma lens. Rudi Hulshof from Rudi Hulshof’s Classic Africa using the Sigma Global Vision 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | SPORTS lens at Royal Malewane By Hendri Venter from Digitalwild Nature… read more →
From now until the end of April 2015 we will be running a Wonderful Wide Angle Photo Competition. We have two Sigma lenses (valued at R12000 and R6000) which we will be giving away to the most wonderful two wide angle photos submitted! • 1st prize – NEW 24mm F1.4 ART lens • 2nd prize – 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM How to enter: 1. Join the SIGMA community by liking our Facebook page and sharing the competition. 2. Post your most wonderful wide angle photo in the Facebook comments… read more →