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Brand: SIGMA

Located in: Digital, Lenses For Digital Camera

The SIGMA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM incorporates Sigmas original anti-shake compensation function, with a 13.8 times zoom ratio. As opposed to having an anti-shake function in the camera body, this lenss Hybrid Optical Stabilizer provides not only an anti-shake function for the camera body, but also compensates for image shaking in the view finder as the Optical Stabilizer is built in to the lens. Incorporating four Special Low Dispersion glass elements and three aspherical lens elements provides excellent image quality throughout the entire zoom range. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 45cm (17.7 inches) at all focal lengths and a maximum magnification of 1: 3.4 reproduction ratio, making it ideal for close-up photography. An inner focusing system eliminates front lens rotation, making it suitable for use with circular polarizing filters and the supplied petal-type hood. Incorporating super multi-layer coating reduce the ghost in the backlight photography.

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4 stars

(based on 4 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Consistent output(3), Easily interchangeable(4), Fast focus(3), Rugged(3), Sharp focus(4)

Best Uses:

General purpose(4), Landscape photography(3)

Good Utility Lens

By DeepSea

from Tampa, FL on 9/21/2009

Pros:

Easily Interchangeable, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Slow Focus

Best Uses:

General Use

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about SIGMA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Sony:

My first Sigma lens...Previously, I have bought all Sony lenses for my Alpha 100 and now 700.

I like this lens as an overall utility lens. It takes a while to focus and really eats away at the battery though. That is my one big negative for this lens.

Good Product, Great Value

By Scots on the Rocks

from Mid-Coast Maine on 7/27/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus

Cons:

Heavy, Stiff zoom action

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Sports/Action, Wildlife

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about SIGMA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Sony:

Great lens for all-around use where you want an extended zoom range without the need to carry several lenses. I have only had the lens for a few weeks, but the images seem sharp with little edge blurring or color abberation.

My uses are varied with some landscape and portrait photography and some action/wildlife (I take a lot of pictures at dog shows and capturing the essence of the dogs movement is important).

I like the zoom-lock feature to prevent the lens from extending while carrying. With the built-in micro motor for focusing, the focus is fast and I have had little problem with focusing in most situations. The 72mm objective lens provides plenty of light for fast shutter speeds need for action, even at longer focal lengths.

The major drawbacks to date are that the zoom is quite stiff and the lens is a bit hefty. Whether the zoom will get easier with use is yet to be seen. Not too much to be done about the weight with objectives of this size, but it beats needing to lug an extra lens or two.

This lens and a Sony 500mm reflex autofocus are generally the only two I carry.

it is good

By Mikie

from Philadelphia, PA on 7/27/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Upgrade

Describe Yourself:

Casual user

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about SIGMA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Sony:

Better I thought

Perfect lens...

By gtinterceptor

from Houston, Tx. on 7/6/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Special Effects, Sports/Action, Upgrade, Wildlife

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about SIGMA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Sony:

Perfect lens...

Customer Reviews about the 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Sony at Abes of Maine