 | | |
| Sigma AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS (Optical Stabilizer) Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras | 
 enlarge
| List Price: $750.00
Buy New: $389.00
You Save: $361.00 (48%)
Buy New/Used from $389.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  (based on 53 reviews)
Category: Photography
Publisher: Sigma Corporation
Studio: Sigma Corporation
Brand: Sigma
Label: Sigma Corporation
Media: Electronics
Fragile: 0
Batteries Included: 0
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 3.9 x 3.1 x 3.1
MPN: B000NOSCGM
Model: B000NOSCGM
UPC: 085126888541
EAN: 0085126888541
ASIN: B000NOSCGM
Release Date: June 20, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
|
| Features:
| • | 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 |
|
| Accessories:
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
The Sigma 18-200 F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Lens incorporates an Optical Stabilizer function and is exclusively designed for digital SLR cameras. It is perfectly suitable for low light conditions whether indoors, at dusk, or in telephoto range. This system uses two sensors inside the lens to detect vertical and horizontal movement of the camera by moving an optical image stabilizing lens group, to effectively compensate for camera shake. It also automatically detects panning movement of the camera and compensates for camera shake when shooting moving subjects such as motor sports. 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 1:3.9. Since the inner focusing system means the front of the lens does not rotate, optional circular polarizing filters and the supplied petal-type hood can easily be used. A magnification scale is displayed on the lens barrel, ensuring ease of use. A zoom-lock switch mechanism is provided to prevent the lens from creeping due to its own weight. 69.3 - 7.1 degrees (Sigma SD format) angle of view 7 Diaphragm Blades F22 Minimum Aperture 45cm / 17.7 Minimum Focusing Distance 1 - 3.9 Maximum Magnification Petal Lens Hood Dimensions - Diameter 79mm x Length 100mm Weight - 21.5 ounces (610 grams)
Amazon.com Product Description
The Sigma 18-200mm high-zoom-ratio lens is designed exclusively for Canon digital SLR cameras and is capable of covering a wide range of focal lengths, from wide-angle to telephoto. Two Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements and two hybrid aspherical lenses correct for all types of aberrations, letting Sigma house the extended-range super-zoom lens in a compact and lightweight body that measures 70mm in diameter and 78.1mm long and weighs a mere 14.3 ounces. The new lens coating, meanwhile, reduces flare and ghost--a common problem shared by many digital cameras--while also creating an optimum color balance. Other details include a minimum focusing distance of 45cm (17.7) at all focal lengths, a high zoom ratio of 11:1, and a maximum magnification of 1:4.4. The lens design incorporates an inner focusing system that prevents the front of the lens from rotating, making it particularly suitable for using circular polarizing filters and petal-shaped lens hoods. In addition, the overall length of the lens never changes during focusing, making the lens convenient to handle and easy to use. Finally, the lens's zoom lock switch eliminates "zoom creep" during transport--a convenient addition when traveling. The lens, which includes a metal mount, is backed by a one-year warranty.
|
| Customer Reviews: Read 48 more reviews...
 very satisfied October 1, 2008
I PURCHASED THIS LENS FOR MY NEW CANON XSI. IT HAS PROVEN TO BE ALL THAT IT CLAIMED TO BE. IT IS SHARP EASY TO USE & GIVES GREAT RESULTS. I WANTED AN ALL AROUND EVERY DAY LENS THAT COULD GET ME CLOSE TO A DISTANT SUBJECT WITHOUT THE INCONVIENENCE OF CHANGING LENSES. THE RANGE IS GOOD OPTICAL STABILIZATION WORKS WELL & IT IS AN ALL AROUND PLEASURE TO USE.
THE ONLY DOWN SIDE IS IT IS QUITE HEAVY & YOU MUST GET USED TO IT. THE FOCUS RING CAN BE MISTAKEN FOR THE ZOOM RING SO YOU MUST BE AWARE WHICH RING YOU ARE USING AS YOU SHOULD NOT USE THE FOCUS RING IF THE LENS IS SET TO AF AT THE RISK OF DAMAGING THE MECHANISIM. I WOULD RECOMEND THS LENS TO A FREIND
 Excellent for the price! September 30, 2008
I bought this lens to go with my d40 and it worked without a problem. I have since gotten the d90 and use the lens with that body again, with no problem. This could be the only lens you ever need since it does everything! This lens replaced the 18-55 and 55-200 I was using previously. The only time I change lenses now is to my 50mm f/1.8 for certain shots, otherwise this lens is always on my camera.
Of course there is no such thing as a free lunch since this lens does have a few(minor) problems. It has dark corners but it does not bother me one bit! A little adjustment in lightroom and all is fixed. It loses a LITTLE sharpness along the very edges but again, is no problem. You can not tell unless you below the pictures up to HUGE sizes on your screen. These are things that guys who only shoot test charts worry about. Just use it, take great pictures and fix any little problems in post production.
So to wrap up, I recommend this lens unless you are made of money then go with the Nikon 18-200mm .
 Good range but a little softer for my liking September 19, 2008
I had to return this. This lens was a little softer for my liking. Got some very good shots thou. At full zoom, the pictures are not as sharp as i would want them to be, but again, great for teh price!
I like it. September 18, 2008
I am not a professional. I searched around for a lens that I would not have to be changing and does well in low light conditions. This lens is doing a very good job for both. It is a little heavy but not that bad. Very nice lens for the price.
From a complete Amateur: I like this lens September 16, 2008
Though I'm still learning the SLR ropes, I'm a very plodding, picky buyer, and I don't buy anything over $30.00 unless I've done research. Yes, I'm "One of those."
I wanted to find a good all-around lens for a Rebel XTi: I spend time at a remote lodge in Alaska, and the Central Valley of California. My wife and I like to travel. I don't like carrying around a lot of stuff. I want quality glass, but I know that I don't need professional gear. These are some of the things I knew going into this.
Round one of research had me reading a LOT of reviews. Here. Photography sites. Blogs. Anything Google could pull up.
Round two of research involved me bugging all of my photog friends, professionals and hobbyists.
After comparing cost, specs, my eventual use patterns, and recommendations, I chose this lens (One professional photog friend flat-out told me to buy this lens, too).
Final thoughts:
1. This is totally new to me. I used to be a waterproof, point-and-shoot guy. This lens allows me to take pictures that I only dreamed of taking, before. I know that Ansel Adams could take a better pic with a disposable -compared to what I compose- but I feel more confident in my ability to capture something I want to remember.
2. 200mm is great. 300mm would be awesome, but I understand that I would then have a much bigger lens swinging from my neck. Not fun when hiking in Alaska... or just about anywhere, really. I am an amateur. I will handle the loss of 100mm. I also like having the wide angle, as Alaska wilderness and California farm country screams for big shots.
3. The stability is nice, when I need it. I've found that I don't use the stability very much, but when I do, it's GREAT. When confronted by a cow moose and two calves at 2am in Alaska this summer, the stability option was the only tool that gave me anything resembling a pic in such low light, with the lens fully extended (even though it was blurry, I wanted proof that they were on the lawn). I will not post this pic because it's simply horrible, but please trust me that I'm telling the truth. If I'd had a tripod or a tree handy, the shot would have actually worked.
4. As others have said, the zoom and focus rings are quite close. I make it a point to tell EVERYONE that handles my camera to be cautious when the lens focus is on auto.
5. The lens focuses quite quickly. Some in-laws have a standard, no-bells 200mm Tamron. The Tamron is slower than this lens, and theirs seemed to search more in dappled or lower light (they have the same camera). This lens can search in low light where there's not much contrast, but pulses from the flash seem to provide the ability to focus immediately.
6. The little lock on the lens seems like a total drag, at first, but I've gotten used to it, and don't even notice it's there: My fingers automatically hit the lock and the camera's power switch at the same time.
7. This might sound silly, but I liked getting a hood with the lens. I actually used it in Alaska, to good effect (lake shots, animal shots).
CONCLUSION: A good lens for a good price. It doesn't have 300mm, and it's not a 2.8, but it does what it's meant to do very well. A great all-around.
|
|
|
Included with most items on sale are editorial reviews and customer reviews | | |
