Re: Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG Macro lens for Nikon SLR

"Geoff. Hayward" <me@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> Hi Everone, I use a Nikon D70s with an 18-70 Nikon zoom.  I have been 
> hankering after a longish zoom and the above lens is much cheaper than
the 
> Nikon equivalent.  One is about £55 and the other £280.  Is the Nikon so

> much better or would I be paying for a name?  I do realise the Nikon has

> VR - is this the reason for the difference in price?  Thanks in advance 
> for all information and advice.
>
> Geoff.

Many thanks to all who responded, I've taken the general advice and gone
for 
the Nikon VR.  thanks again.

Geoff.

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