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Published 01/08/2011

For those who want to get close in on their quarry and capture every freckle, hemline and stitch, there's also Sigma's optically stabilised 105mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM macro lens that Paul promises should be available soon, or alternatively, as a multi-purpose tool there's Sigma's telephoto zoom in the 70-200mm f/2.8 with optical stabiliser, which he describes as "good for a long wedding-type lens.

The standard lenses for a wedding photographer would have to be a 24-70mm, a 50mm or 85mm prime, and then a tele zoom to do distant candid shots, and maybe a 12-24mm." Paul lets slip that Sigma's also bringing out a new version of the latter for full-frame cameras, such as the pro Nikons and Canons. "That's something that's super wide and almost scary to look through at 12mm. But it's excellent for little group shots and creative work."

In terms of alternative third party optics, Jane Nicholson at Intro2020, UK distributor for independent lens manufacturer Tamron, recommends the Tamron AF 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD 'Piezo Drive' zoom as a good catch-all tool for Canon, Nikon and Sony users - the Sony version coming without Vibration Correction as anti-shake is already a feature of the camera body. "Tamron doesn't tend to do primes and concentrates more on your zooms and mega zooms," admits Jane.

Also offering a general-purpose alternative that provides a lot of framing options with a simple twist of the wrist is a new Tokina lens from UK distributor Kenro. The AT-X 16.5-135 offers an equivalent 35mm focal range of 25-200mm, is available for either a Canon EOS or Nikon DX fit, and has an SRP of £816.

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