Part of the lens specialist's EX high performance series, this Sigma macro lens is compatible with Nikon's full frame or ASP-c sensor digital cameras. Using this Sigma camera lens for Nikon offers a several advantages: the DG (digital grade) lens coatings are optimized for DSLR use, its HSM (hyper sonic motor) makes for quick focusing, at 31.6 oz it is relatively lightweight, and this Sigma macro lens includes its own OS (optical image stabilization) system to reduce blurred shots. By positioning a 150 mm f/2.8 lens as close as 15 inches from its subject, this macro lens is capable of capturing minute detail in small objects such as coins or stamps, while nature photographers frequently use this Sigma camera lens for Nikon for taking extremely sharp close-up photos of insects, small animals and flowers. At the same time, a DSLR equipped with a Sigma macro lens for Nikon cameras has a focal length that makes it suitable for shooting portraits. The 150 mm f/2.8 lens will complete a photographer's kit by covering off any extreme close-up requirements.