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Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC AF OS Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
- 18-200mm high-zoom-ratio lens designed for Canon digital SLR cameras
- 2 Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements and 2 hybrid aspherical lenses
- Lens coating reduces flare and ghost; 17.7-inch close focusing distance
- Inner focusing system is suitable for circular polarizing filters and lens hoods
- Measures 2.75 inches in diameter and 3.07 inches long; 1-year warranty
Product Description
This high ratio zoom lens incorporates Sigma`s original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function and exclusively designed for digital SLR cameras. It is perfectly suitable for low light conditions, indoors, at dusk and telephoto range. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass and aspherical glass provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 45cm (17.7) throughout the entire zoom range and has a maximum magnification of 1:... More >>
Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC AF OS Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
November 3rd, 2009 - 20:21
I just got this item and took some pics. Picture quality looks ok to me – but, I am just an amateur, what do I know?
I just wanted to let you know that within a week of purchasing the lens from Amazon, the price got reduced on Amazon website. And Amazon refused to adjust my purchase price stating Amazon does not provide price guarantee (not even with their own price !!!!).
Rating: 4 / 5
November 3rd, 2009 - 22:15
I received the len which was packed carfully. The len itself is very beautiful and the picture is beautiful too.
Rating: 4 / 5
November 3rd, 2009 - 23:17
I use this lens on my Canon Rebel XTI as a replacement for the EF-S 18-55 1:3.5-5.6 II that come with the kit. I am generally impressed and satisfied with my purchase.
I am not qualified to discuss every aspect of the optical performance, but I can point out a few negatives that would concern the amateur:
1) It is huge! holding the camera makes my wrists sore, and It no longer fits in the carry case I use. The lens attracts a little more attention than I would like.
2) It makes a very faint high pitched noise. The noise goes away when I press the depth of field preview, or when the camera goes into powersave mode after a few minutes of inactivity. It is unaffected by the image stabilization feature. It is not loud enough to bother anyone, but when I hear it, I think of the battery getting eaten away.
3) The lens cap is difficult to put on / Easy to drop.
4) It is just a travel lens. Professionals hate that these are so popular, because they compromise optical perfection for extreme zoom range.
Rating: 4 / 5
November 4th, 2009 - 01:52
This is the second Sigma Lens I’ve owned and the second one I’ve returned. Common to many Sigma lenses is zoom creep, inaccurate focus, and heaviness. The reason I give it 3 stars?? If you use your DSLR more for snapshots and need a huge zoom range this lens is a good alternative to carrying two lenses or spending $600 on the Canon equivilant. If you want your pictures to be in focus and have a lighter lens, smoother focus ring and have some extra money in your budget, go with a Canon lens
Rating: 3 / 5
November 4th, 2009 - 02:24
this lens is very good. I had this lens for a week and i’m satisfied. But little noisy when the OS and AF were on. For this price is worth it.
Rating: 5 / 5