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by Rick Furmanek on Tue Sep 01, 2009 9:34 am
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I heading off to Uganda in a few days and I've been searching for one to take with me. Everyone seems to be sold out. Would prefer a USA, not an import model. Any ideas?
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by jaybrams on Tue Sep 01, 2009 9:55 am
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I bought one on Sunday at BestBuy. Price was $599.99, same as listed at B&H.
 

by OntPhoto on Tue Sep 01, 2009 10:29 am
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Rick Furmanek wrote:I heading off to Uganda in a few days and I've been searching for one to take with me. Everyone seems to be sold out. Would prefer a USA, not an import model. Any ideas?
I have this lens and it's a great performer. Try Aden Camera in Ontario, Canada. It's listed as being in stock on their website but call to confirm. $639 Cdn.

http://www.adencamera.com/prod-overview ... Category=7


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by Greg Schneider on Tue Sep 01, 2009 10:30 am
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Consider buying a used copy? The new 100 2.8 IS macro was just released, but that won't be directly replacing it and therefore affecting supply.
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by Rick Furmanek on Tue Sep 01, 2009 10:41 am
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OntPhoto wrote:
Try Aden Camera in Ontario, Canada. It's listed as being in stock on their website but call to confirm. $639 Cdn.

http://www.adencamera.com/prod-overview ... Category=7
But with the International Warranty, where would I have to send the lens should it need repair?
I love to wander the desert Southwest in search of inspiration.
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by Rick Furmanek on Tue Sep 01, 2009 10:42 am
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Greg Schneider wrote:Consider buying a used copy? The new 100 2.8 IS macro was just released, but that won't be directly replacing it and therefore affecting supply.
A used lens may be my only option at this late date.
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by LouBuonomo on Tue Sep 01, 2009 11:58 am
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Rick if you are not dead set onthe Canon 100 the Sigma 150 is a super performer... maybe easier to get too.
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by E.J. Peiker on Tue Sep 01, 2009 12:32 pm
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It's sold out because a new model of the lens with advanced IS was just introduced. I would go get a Sigma 150mm
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by Rick Furmanek on Tue Sep 01, 2009 1:00 pm
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E.J. Peiker wrote:It's sold out because a new model of the lens with advanced IS was just introduced. I would go get a Sigma 150mm
May I ask why you would get a Sigma over the Canon? Thanks, RF
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by Greg Schneider on Tue Sep 01, 2009 1:22 pm
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The 100mm IS will be supplementing the non-IS, not replacing it.
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by LouBuonomo on Tue Sep 01, 2009 1:34 pm
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The Sigma 150 is just a super performer, sharp as a tack.

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by E.J. Peiker on Tue Sep 01, 2009 2:44 pm
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The Sigma 150 is one of the best if not the best Macro lens for sharpness, brightness, and price on the planet. And it gives you 50% more working distance and better background than a 100mm.
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by Rick Furmanek on Tue Sep 01, 2009 3:55 pm
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Went ahead and just bit the bullet and ordered the Sigma 150. Thanks for all the helpful advice.
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by E.J. Peiker on Tue Sep 01, 2009 3:58 pm
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You will love it, it is the one Sigma lens I recommend over OEM lenses.
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by Rick Furmanek on Tue Sep 01, 2009 4:04 pm
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E.J. Peiker wrote:You will love it, it is the one Sigma lens I recommend over OEM lenses.
Looking forward to it. I also just purchased the new 16-35mm L II. I think I'm pretty much set for Africa now. Thanks again.
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