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The editors liked
Compact dimensions for such a wide focal range
Very good image quality in the frame centre across the whole focal range
Decent image quality on the edge of the frame
Very good correction of the longitudinal chromatic aberration
Sensible correction of
13.9x focal length range with impressive closeup capability
Ideal general purpose / travel lens
Fast
Quiet autofocus
Effective image stabilization (about 3 stops benefit at all focal lengths)
Good build quality
Smooth zoom ring action and limited zoom creep
Long 11.1x zoom range. Compact. Maximum 1
3 macro magnification. Optically stabilized. Compact. Available for most APS-C camera systems. Attractive price tag.
The editors didn't like
A bit too many reflections near 100 mm focal length
Noticeable vignetting at both ends of focal range
Image quality on the edge of the frame at 18 and 100 mm and at the maximum relative aperture a bit under the decency level.
Somewhat soft wide open in the middle of the zoom range
Very strong pincushion distortion across much of the zoom range
Sharpness suffers at maximum aperture. Distortion throughout zoom range
Published: 2015-12-24, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
With such an extensive focal range on offer, lenses like this never match the performance of models with less ambitious zoom ranges, but then again, what you're paying for here is flexibility and convenience. Still, with relatively affordable pricing, sta...
Though the azlink2-->Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS MACRO HSM may not be the sharpest and fastest of lenses it nevertheless represents a very useful lens for travel and other applications where size and weight are of primary importance. It covers a wide ra...
Published: 2014-08-13, Author: Julia , review by: popphoto.com
Abstract: Sigma revises a much-loved zoomIs the 18–200mm APS-C zoom a sought-after lens category? We've tested four of them in recent years, and almost all the current stabilized models are in their third-generation. (Yes, they're popular.) The new version, the 18–...
compact dimensions for such a wide focal range, very good image quality in the frame centre across the whole focal range, decent image quality on the edge of the frame, very good correction of the longitudinal chromatic aberration, sensible correction of
a bit too many reflections near 100 mm focal length, noticeable vignetting at both ends of focal range, image quality on the edge of the frame at 18 and 100 mm and at the maximum relative aperture a bit under the decency level.
The launch of the Sigma C 18–200 mm f/3.5–6.3 DC Macro OS HSM was for me a surprise. After introducing a new company policy there seem to be so many lenses to be replaced, so many new constructions to be created; launching an amateur 18-200 mm model less ...
Published: 2014-06-04, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: This is the second and final part of our comprehensive lens recommendations for the new entry-level Canon EOS Rebel T5 / 1200D. This time we've assessed zoom lenses from both the Canon and third party makers to see how well they perform on the camera, and...
Published: 2014-03-24, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Long 11.1x zoom range. Compact. Maximum 1:3 macro magnification. Optically stabilized. Compact. Available for most APS-C camera systems. Attractive price tag.
Sharpness suffers at maximum aperture. Distortion throughout zoom range
The Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM lens trades some optical quality for a compact design, low cost, and long zoom range....
Abstract: I may get time to complete a full Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM review in the future, but please make use of the standard image quality test results now....
Published: 2013-12-11, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've now had the opportunity to assess the entry-level 24-Mpix Nikon D3200 with a wide range of lenses. We've analyzed a total of over 140 Nikkor and third-party prime and zoom models to assess image quality, and to discover which of those models perform...
13.9x focal length range with impressive closeup capability, ideal general purpose / travel lens, Fast, quiet autofocus, Effective image stabilization (about 3 stops benefit at all focal lengths), Good build quality, smooth zoom ring action and limited zoom creep,
Somewhat soft wide open in the middle of the zoom range, Very strong pincushion distortion across much of the zoom range,
The Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM may sound like it's just a minor update compared to its 'non-Macro' predecessor, but the reality is a little more complex. Along with its reduced size and improved close-up ability come a couple of other cha...
With its relatively low price tag and great versatility, the Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM represents a worthwhile all-in-one solution for everyday picture-taking. It's also an excellent choice for travellers who want a single lens to pair with...
