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Brand: Sigma

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The SIGMA 880101 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM incorporates Sigma?s 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 lens?s 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:

4.3 stars

(based on 10 reviews)

89% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Consistent output(5), Durable(6), Easily interchangeable(3), Fast / accurate auto-focus(7), Rugged(4)

Cons:

Heavy(7)

Best Uses:

General purpose(5), Landscape/scenery(3)

Travel lense WIN Sigma I love you

By mebesaturday

from Chucktown, SC soon to be Thailand on 11/1/2010

Pros:

All around use, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Landscape/Scenery, Macro Photography, Wildlife Photos

Describe Yourself:

Pro Photographer

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

I love this lens, I will be taking on a month long vacation and dont want to have to worry about changing lenes in dusty environments or having to look after another lens in the bag when im focuse on my subject. Great zoom and Wide angle. Firm steady grip and the OS optical stabilization is awesome

Great lens ! Superb quality !

By az2002

from Israel on 6/21/2010

Pros:

Durable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Lightweight, Sharpness

Best Uses:

Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action

Describe Yourself:

Semi-pro Photographer

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

In the beginning it is a bit hard to use the zoom... but after a while it seems smooth enough...

The Lens is sharper than I excepted to see !

OK lens but soft images

By PhotoEnthusiast

from CT on 5/10/2010

Pros:

Fast / accurate auto-focus, Lightweight, Nice Bokeh

Cons:

Poor in Low Light, The result is too soft

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

It's an ok lens if you don't mind soft images but do not expect sharp results from this lens. If you are looking sharper images look for tamron 18-270 instead. Other than that it's better built than tamron, auto focus is very fast and silent thanks to the USM, there is no lens creep and it's lightweight.

Price is Right

By MTAFF281

from L.I., NY on 4/29/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Rugged, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Describe Yourself:

Casual Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

Do not have to change lens to get closer shoots, Using Canon T2i, Heavier than Canon Lens, But that is not that Important to me. Well worth the money saved. for the same type of lens.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great Multipurpose Lens

By Mattd

from Saint Louis Missouri on 3/2/2010

Pros:

Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Weddings/Events

Describe Yourself:

Casual Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

Love this lens! It has a great range which mean I don't have to change to zoom lens. Lens may seem bulky but feels solid and well made. Fast focus ability and great OS for slower shutter speed pictures.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Good lens as an all-rounder..

By rajac2000[@]

from Chicago, IL on 12/6/2009

Describe Yourself:

Casual user

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

A very good all purpose lens... only problem is it becomes a bit heavy with a crop-sized body... The lens is too BIG for the body.. The auto focus is a lot better than the kit lens of Canon T1i... Images are prey good.. happy with this...

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18 MM... fully zoomed out

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@ 250 MM

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Great all purpose lense

By CampingFool1

from Port Angeles, WA on 10/3/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Strong Construction, Versatile zoom range

Cons:

Lens Creep

Best Uses:

General Use

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

As a hiker and nature photographer this has become the lense that I always have on the camera when moving about. In addition I carry a 2x extender and have most of the range I want and need. Much lighter than carrying 3 or more lenses to do the same job.

One lens to rule them all?

By Yipe!

from Detroit, Michigan on 9/22/2009

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Rugged

Cons:

Heavy, Lens Creep

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

I purchased this lens as a general, walk-around lens for my Canon 40-D. With it's wide reach, it's perfect as a generalist. The wide-angles are sufficient for indoor and portrait photography, and the zoom is fantastic.

Optically, the pictures are sharp, crisp, and well-saturated. This lens is a true winner -- especially at the price!

You can't get a better jack-of-all-trades lens than this one.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Sigma 18-250

By camshaft007

from vancouver bc canada on 8/19/2009

Describe Yourself:

Casual user

Pros:

Consistent Output

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

Great intro lense covers 18-250 with special lenses to compensate for distortion. That other lenses suffer from. My only complaint is the weight

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

If I had to pick one lens...

By John

from Rochester, NY on 6/23/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Durable, Filters don't rotate, Includes lens hood, Quick Focus, Rugged, Strong Construction, Versatile zoom range

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Upgrade, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ):

With enough light, it's very useful to shoot an event like a wedding that is fast paced, presents subjects at various distances, and does not leave time to change lenses. It's the ideal all around lens for outdoor and general shooting. Build quality is very good and the lens feels good in the hand. The HSM is nice, too.

Customer Reviews about the 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM For Canon ( 880101 ) at Abes of Maine