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Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Sony E-mount
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Lens mount | Sony E mount | |
Suitable for camera type | APS-C | |
Zoom or prime lens | Zoom lens | |
Zoom range | 18-50mm | |
Fixed focal point | ||
Lens type | Standard, Telephoto lens, Wide-angle | |
Image stabilization | ||
Weight | 290 g |
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With the Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8 DC DN on my Sony A6100 body, I can shoot undisturbed all day long. When I take street photos, I prefer not to stand out. That is why I like to take a small and compact lens with me on the road. Sometimes I feel like my hands are too big for this lens, but that hasn't caused any problems yet. I've taken street photos in the city with this lens and it's only resulted in sharp photos.
Compact lens I went for a walk with the Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8 on my camera. This compact setup hung around my neck all the time, but because of the low weight I didn't notice it much. I also like that you don't attract attention with this compact lens. This allows you to shoot undisturbed.
Zoom in and focus In addition to the compact size, what immediately struck me was the quality of the zoom ring. It feels sturdy and luxurious. Zooming in and out is easy by turning the ring. While turning, I felt a slight resistance. I like that very much, because it prevents the lens from accidentally zooming in or out if you accidentally tap the zoom ring. The focus ring has less resistance, so you have to pay more attention when you focus manually.
Depth of Field A big advantage of this lens is the aperture of f/2.8. In my photos I like to work with depth of field. If I set this lens to f/2.8, I get sharp photos with a pleasant background blur. I think it produces great results, especially with portraits. And of course it also makes the lens bright, so that I can continue shooting in the evening without any problems.
Zoom range I use this 18-50mm for many types of photography, including street photography and portraits. Due to the crop factor of my A6100, the lens feels slightly less wide at 18mm, while at 50mm it brings the subject a little closer again. I do think it's an advantage that the image is barely distorted at 18mm, so I can make tight compositions on the street.
Bart. Camera specialist.
4 November 2021
Automatically translated from Dutch
Very fine lens: it is a compact and light lens that is also very sharp, even wide-open. Ideal to take with you on an APS-C camera. Nice zoom range, focuses quickly and is well built, even has some weather resistance. The only drawback I experience is the absence of optical stabilization and it takes some getting used to that the zoom ring works in reverse.
Déjan Gonlag
23 June 2022
Automatically translated from Dutch
I have requested a refund because it feels like a kit lens with some little improvements (sharpness, brightness...) but not enough for its price. I was doing tests comparing it with the sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6, and obviously you always get better results with the sigma, but in situations of good light conditions, there is not so much difference.
Juan Peralta Torrecilla
2 January 2023
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18-50mm
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Standard, Telephoto lens, Wide-angle
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Product number | 895103 | |
Manufacturer code | 585965 | |
Brand | Sigma | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Lens type | Standard, Telephoto lens, Wide-angle | |
Type of photography | Architecture and interior, Landscape, Nature photography, Portrait, Product |
Lens mount | Sony E mount | |
Suitable for camera type | APS-C | |
Compatible with lens filter | ||
Filter size | 55 mm | |
Lens series | Contemporary |
Zoom or prime lens | Zoom lens | |
Maximum magnification factor | 0 | |
Number of aperture shutters | 7 | |
Fixed aperture | ||
Number of groups | 10 | |
Number of elements | 13 | |
Type of lens elements | Aspherical, SLD | |
Special lens elements | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Fixed focal point | ||
Zoom range | 18-50mm |
Shortest focusing distance | 12,1 cm | |
Manual focus override | ||
Silent focusing motor | ||
Type of focusing motor | Stepping Motor | |
Internal focus | ||
Focal distance control | ||
Autofocus |
Color | Black | |
Weight | 290 g | |
Material | Plastic | |
Diameter | 55 mm | |
Length camera lens | 74,5 mm |
Dustproof | ||
Shockproof |
