Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR
The Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens is specially optimized for digital SLR cameras, and offers an "all-in-one" super-zoom lens solution. This version now incorporates a built-in motor, which gives it the capability to auto focus with all Nikon DSLR cameras (including the D40 and D40x). This lens provides the equivalent focal range of approx. 27-300mm when used with a Nikon digital SLR camera (*).
Its design incorporates aspherical lenses and SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass that provides the utmost correction for all types of aberrations and enables this extended super-zoom lens to be housed in a compact and lightweight construction.
DC lenses are exclusively designed for digital SLR cameras. The image circle (rear of lens) is made to match the smaller dimensions used for the image sensor on digital cameras. As a result these lenses are also more compact and lightweight, and are better matched to digital SLR cameras.
(*)Note: Not compatible with 35mm cameras or digital cameras using full-size image sensors (e.g. D3, Kodak DCS14n or DCS PRO SLR/n).
- Super Multi Layer (SML) coating reduces ghost and flare.
- Two pieces of Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and two hybrid aspherical lenses provide high quality images throughout the entire zoom range.
- The lens design incorporates an inner focusing system, which prevents the front of the lens rotating, making it particularly suitable for use with circular polarizing filters and petal shaped lens hoods.
- A magnification scale is displayed on the lens barrel for each focal length, ensuring ease of use.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18 - 200 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 6.3 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility |
Nikon DX FX in DX Crop Mode |
| Angle of View | 69.3° - 7.1° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.48' (45 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.22x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:4.4 |
| Groups/Elements | 13/15 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 62 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.8 x 3.1" (7.11 x 7.87 cm) |
| Weight | 14.29 oz (405 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (26)
- Consistent output (18)
- Lightweight (18)
- Easily interchangeable (16)
- Strong construction (12)
Cons
- Poor in low light (5)
- Slow focus (4)
- Heavy (3)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (14)
- Sports/action (12)
- Wildlife photos (9)
- General purpose (7)
- Weddings (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (8), Semi-pro photographer (7), Casual photographer (5), Semi-professional (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Value and Solid Performer!
I replaced a returned Tamron 18-200 mm f/3.5-6.3 lens with this Sigma. I had original bought the Tamron as it was $30 cheaper and had a $50 rebate going. I relearned ...Read complete review
I replaced a returned Tamron 18-200 mm f/3.5-6.3 lens with this Sigma. I had original bought the Tamron as it was $30 cheaper and had a $50 rebate going. I relearned a very valuable lesson. You get what you pay for. The Tamron failed to report F-stops and after cleaning the contacts to solve that problem still refused to focus under nearly all lighting conditions. I returned after a week of attempting to make it work. By comparison, the Sigma is jewel to work with. Right our the box it fits well, interacts with my D90 as a AF lens should and the image quality with the lens is outstanding for a product at this price point. I tend to take shots in varying situations, low light, sports, landscape and portraits. In each case this lens focuses quickly, the image quality is superb and I am totally satisfied with the quality and performance of this lens. I can't say enough good about it.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Get what you pay for
Works well with my Nikon especially compared to paying the price of the Nikon branch lense.
I find it a little slower to focus and have any extremely hard time getting it to foc...Read complete review
Works well with my Nikon especially compared to paying the price of the Nikon branch lense.
I find it a little slower to focus and have any extremely hard time getting it to focus on close objects. Also, you can't leave the hood on without getting a shadow in the picture if the object is close.
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
Great lens for a great price! B&H photo shipped my item super fast! I will be using them for all of my photography needs!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
If you can add more mony bay the VR model
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
For some one that just loves photography and is by no means a pro, this lens really delivers. Its not the quietest lens but it takes great photos with my Nikon D90. I recently used it to take photos for my brother in-laws wedding. It could be a little better in low light but with a flash you can still get great photos. Any one that is looking for an alternative lens than the kit lens that comes with the Nikons this is a great choice that wont break the bank.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
A great all-around lens for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Lock Feature
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- No Stabilization
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I just got this lens last week and already love it. I use it with the Nikon D7000 and The results are great. The pictures are clear and crisp and having the 18-200 range is perfect for all shooting senarios. The construction of tis lenses seems to be durable and not made from cheap materials. The lens lock feature that keeps the lenses in a fixed location when not in use is a wonderful feature. The only negative is that it does not have image stabilization but what do you expect from a [$] lens. Overall great low priced lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I really liked this lens for outdoor shoots of wildlife as well as mountains. Portrait quality was good also!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
- Blurry Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I'm a Pro-Amateur and shoot a lot of architecture in south texas. The versatility this offers is about the end all for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
Did my research and this was by far the best, product and price.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Heavy
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I picked this lens up before backpacking through Nicaragua to avoid having to alternate between different zoom lenses. I feared I might have made a mistake not shelling out for the version with the optical stabilizer, but was happy to discover there was no need for it. I takes great pics in most out-door settings, but does struggle to focus in low light. The focus motor is a bit noisy also. A great lens all-round!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
- noisy AutoFocus
Best Uses
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I love the lens, but hate the AF motor. Its a good lens, if you dont need to be quiet at all times.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I had been looking at this lens for over a year before my recent purchase. I had a feeling the price would drop and it did. This lens is a steal at the current price. I have used it for everything - portraits, sports, family gatherings, and the results are amazing. The build quality is excellent and the lens has nice extras like the zoom lock. I use it on my D50 and it makes for a nice, compact set-up. Totally satisfied with this purchase!
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens Creep
- Poor in Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
This lens is a magnificent buy, and certainly rivals that of the Nikkor and Tamron very well. I use this lens for specifically for skateboarding and other sports. I also use it for close up photography.
The glass is a particular favorite of mine, it is high quality and produces rich colors. I also value it's compact build, but ability to get a solid zoom.
Unfortunately, there are a few draw backs. There is a lot of lens creep in certain focal ranges. When zoomed in, there is a lot of image distortion. And perhaps worst of all the Very slow, noisy AF motor, I find it quite annoying.
I hope this helps!
Hartz Photography
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
Over all good lens, has some in my opinion complications. Too tight to work with manual zoom.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
affordable..but it wasnt tested enough tho...please refer to old user...
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
Great lens for all around use. Exactly what i was looking for! Easy mount to camera and very light weight. B & H has come through again!
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- noisy AutoFocus
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
When I purchased this lens I was looking to find a good replacement for the Nikon 18-105 VR that I borrowed from my father for several months. In hindsight I kind of wish I had thrown down the extra [$] for that lens. In comparison the Sigma is much noisier than the Nikon, especially if you focus in live view (I use a Nikon d5000). I am planning on using it during a wedding in a couple weeks and am concerned it will make too much noise during the ceremony. Also, you cannot fine tune the focus using the ring if you are in auto, the Nikon will. However, the Sigma is lighter and smaller than the Nikon and still takes great shots.
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
Works well with my Nikon especially compared to paying the price of the Nikon branch lense.
I find it a little slower to focus and have any extremely hard time getting it to focus on close objects. Also, you can't leave the hood on without getting a shadow in the picture if the object is close.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Quick Focus
- Sharp Focus
Cons
- None so far
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
This is my first lens besides the kit lens, but I am extremely happy with it so far. It is the most lens I could get for the money. Quality seems very good. Picture quality seems very good, although I am only a novice and don't have much to compare it to. Hands down, for the money, I am very pleased with the lens and it's value. It focuses faster than I was hoping.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Quick Focus
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
I replaced a returned Tamron 18-200 mm f/3.5-6.3 lens with this Sigma. I had original bought the Tamron as it was $30 cheaper and had a $50 rebate going. I relearned a very valuable lesson. You get what you pay for. The Tamron failed to report F-stops and after cleaning the contacts to solve that problem still refused to focus under nearly all lighting conditions. I returned after a week of attempting to make it work. By comparison, the Sigma is jewel to work with. Right our the box it fits well, interacts with my D90 as a AF lens should and the image quality with the lens is outstanding for a product at this price point. I tend to take shots in varying situations, low light, sports, landscape and portraits. In each case this lens focuses quickly, the image quality is superb and I am totally satisfied with the quality and performance of this lens. I can't say enough good about it.
Pros
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
- Tough To Attach
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC Lens for Nikon Digital SLR:
The lens seems to work well, but I can't see much discernable difference from my 18-135mm telephoto zoom. In that regard, it's disappointing.
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