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| About - Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 EX DC |
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The Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 EX DC is part of the SLR lens test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, SLR lens models like the 18-50mm f2.8 EX DC are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Sigma makes lenses for its own digital SLRs along with manufacturing lenses with mounts for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, and Panasonic (Four Thirds) cameras. The company has about 60 lenses in categories including wide zoom lenses, standard zoom, telephoto zoom, wide (fixed focal), standard (fixed focal), macro, DC (for DSLRs with APS-C sensors), and tele (telephoto) lenses. |
| Features & Specs - Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 EX DC | |
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Kit bodies |
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Zoom ratio |
3X |
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Bayonet |
Canon |
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Weight (oz.) |
15.7 |
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| Manufacturer | Sigma Corporation |
| Manufacturer Website Address | www.sigma-photo.com |
| Product Name | 18-50mm F2.8 EX DC Macro Zoom Lens |
| Product Type | Lens |
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By from
Great While It Lasted
4/11/2011
Pros
Consistent Output
Easily Interchangeable
Fast / accurate auto-focus
Lightweight
Cons
Poor build quality
Best Uses
Indoors/Low Light
Landscape/Scenery
Macro Photography
Night Photography
Sports/Action
Weddings/Events
Wildlife Photos
Comment:
Bought this lens back in 2005 and it worked flawlessly until around 2009. During that time, it took crisp, vibrant photos and was a wonder in low light. However, the build quality was terrible. The first think you notice is the plastic coating on the barrel coming off. By the 4th year the barrel had continued to jam and the auto-focus was continually hunting. Eventually the lens broke down completely and I had to chuck it.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
UPDATED REVIEW
1/8/2010
Pros
Durable
Quick Focus
Rugged
Sharp Focus
Strong Construction
Cons
Expensive
Heavy
Best Uses
Landscape/Scenery
Portraits
Travel
Weddings/Events
Wildlife Photos
Comment:
Nikon #581306 is the tested item. Per simcaphoto.com lens chart,the picture fits #582306 which has a 72mm filter thread and has the HSM feature. Both are for Nikon type G mounting. The lens I own is #582306. Requires care attaching to my d90.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
INTERCHANGED PICTURES
11/9/2009
Pros
Durable
Quick Focus
Rugged
Sharp Focus
Strong Construction
Cons
Expensive
Heavy
Tough To Attach
Best Uses
General Use
Comment:
I own the macro version of this lens and it looks exactly like this (non macro) picture. The picture shown for the macro review should be for this (non macro) review.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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