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Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemporary Lens for Sony A

BH #SI1820035DSO • MFR #885-205
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Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemporary Lens for Sony A
Key Features
  • SA-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
  • 27-300mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
  • Four SLD Elements
Spanning wide-angle to telephoto, the Sony A-mount Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM is a Contemporary-series all-in-one zoom covering an impressively versatile range while maintaining an overall compact and lightweight profile. The optical design utilizes Four SLD and three aspherical elements to greatly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range and a Super Multi-Layer Coating also helps to control lens flare and ghosting for high contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, this lens is also adept at close-up shooting with a 1:3 maximum magnification and 1.3' minimum focusing distance.
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Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemp... Overview

Spanning wide-angle to telephoto, the Sony A-mount Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM is a Contemporary-series all-in-one zoom covering an impressively versatile range while maintaining an overall compact and lightweight profile. The optical design utilizes Four SLD and three aspherical elements to greatly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range and a Super Multi-Layer Coating also helps to control lens flare and ghosting for high contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, this lens is also adept at close-up shooting with a 1:3 maximum magnification and 1.3' minimum focusing distance.

Complementing the optical design, this lens also incorporates a Hyper Sonic Motor, which affords fast and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control. Additionally, a rounded seven-blade diaphragm is featured, which contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

As part of the Contemporary line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens is designed to achieve a balance between convenience and performance, and meshes a compact, lightweight build and versatile handling with notable optical attributes.
All-in-one zoom is designed for APS-C-format Sony A-mount cameras and provides a 27-300mm equivalent focal length range.
Four Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements are featured in the optical design and help to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.
Three aspherical elements are used to help limit distortion and spherical aberrations and also contribute to greater overall sharpness and accurate rendering.
A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.
Ideal for close-up shooting, this lens offers a 1:3 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 1.3' to suit working with nearby subjects.
Integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor), along with a rear focus system, realizes quick and quiet autofocus, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm to produce smoother focusing performance. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.
Constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations. Additionally, a brass bayonet affords improved mounting accuracy and rigidity.
Zoom lock switch helps to prevent accidental and unwanted zoom adjustment.
This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemp... Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
18 to 200mm (35mm Equivalent: 27 to 300mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 6.3
Lens Mount
Sony A
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
62 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Sony A
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
76.5° to 8.1°
Minimum Focus Distance
1.28' / 39 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.33x
Macro Reproduction Ratio
1:3
Optical Design
16 Elements in 13 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
62 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.78 x 3.39" / 70.7 x 86 mm
Weight
15.2 oz / 431 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.05 x 4.35 x 4.15"

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemp... Reviews

GREAT ZOOM LENS!

By Carlos E
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-29

This all-purpose Sigma zoom lens is a very good complement for any amateur (and professional) photographer. I choose this lens for its' reliability. Macro, telephoto & wide angle photos are outstanding and gorgeous. If you looking for a nice zoom lens, this is the one. You won't be disappointed.

Pentax Users: Get this lens

By 3Percent
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-24

Large zoom range lenses such as these unfortunately have an old reputation for being convenient and affordable, but of poor optical quality compared to primes or pro level zooms. This lens (along with the 18-300mm equivalent) dramatically improves the optical quality compared to past designs. That fact alone makes this lens worth the price of admission. Yet Sigma has, an added bonus, greatly improved on overall build quality, exterior aesthetics, autofocus speed and accuracy, blur reduction, and autofocus sound levels compared to past designs. Bravo and halleluiah! Sigma (along with Tamron) have completely revamped their entire lineup of lenses after 2013, and both companies have reaped the benefits of improved reputation in the industry. This lens is one such benefactor of the rebranding and restructuring campaign. Further it can be generally assumed that Sigma's Contemporary line mostly have an edge overall on optical quality and autofocus speed and accuracy compared to the Tamron equivalents. Tamron tend to prioritize weather sealing as a feature stand out to Sigma. This is such the case with this lens. For Pentax cameras, weather sealing would have been a welcome feature considering Pentax leads the industry in this category. However, it's only a deal breaker if your priority is to have sealing. Otherwise, this lens is absolutely a winner for its category. If you are in the market for multi-purpose wide range zoom lens in the Pentax mount, this is your best option as of the date of this review. Tamron doesn't even make a new generation super zoom for Pentax, and Pentax doesn't have a rebranded version of Tamron's offerings in this category as they have historically offered. From wide angle to tele, and even for close ups- this lens delivers excellent images. It's small and light, well built, fast and accurate to focus, super quiet, has excellent optical stabilization, and it's low price makes it a huge bang for the buck. Perceived value couldn't be better. Further, there is no zoom creep even though Sigma has included a zoom lock switch. The HSM focus ring moves on the outside, but it does at least include a rudimentary focus distance scale. It's compatible on Pentax cameras that feature the KAF3 mount onward (so make sure your model has that mount). Any of the older KAF mount cameras will not give you full functionality with the lens, but it can still be used to some degree on every Pentax DSLR. My only minor gripes are the lack of weather sealing and, the f/6.3 maximum aperture at 200mm, yet these are by no means deal breakers- at least for me. With Pentax continuing support and development of DSLRS (K3 Mk III for example), there's reason to believe that fact alone will help to support purchases of these lenses in the future. Therefore, Sigma should highly consider making a new version of this lens to include sealing of some sort (preferably throughout the lens) ,and at least an f/5.6 max aperture at 200mm. Many would gladly pay the resulting higher premium for these improvements, including myself. Pentax and Tamron should resolve business tidings so as to offer a either a rebadged Pentax version or a Tamron version of a lens in this class. This would give more choice to Pentax enthusiasts and help to bolster the brand. Pentax are now one of the last manufacturers to support DSLR development and will continue too in the future. Pentax/Tamron/Sigma, please consider offering more lenses in the Pentax mount in the future.

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Will this work on the Sony A77ii Camera?

Will this work on the Sony A77ii Camera?
Asked by: Nazim
Yes. The following system is based off a Sony a mount system.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-11-07

Compatible with Nikon D5000 and other DSLR from ...

Compatible with Nikon D5000 and other DSLR from Nikon?
Asked by: danielle
Unfortunately Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemporary Lens for Sony A is not compatible with Nikon cameras. For a Nikon DSLR camera you need the mount to be for Nikon F We have this Tamron 18-200 compatible with Nikon DSLR like the D5000 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1176278-REG/tamron_afb018n_700_18_200mm_f_3_5_6_3_di_ii.html
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2022-08-04

This lense is compatible with an alpha camera ...

This lense is compatible with an alpha camera A-200 ?
Asked by: pedro
Yes, it is compatible with the Sony A200.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2019-07-29

Will it work with Sony As iii camera??

Will it work with Sony As iii camera??
Asked by: Ajay
The Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemporary Lens for Sony A is incompatible with the Sony a7S III Mirrorless Camera. This lens is for Sony DSLR cameras with an APS-C size sensor. It is not compatible with full-frame mirrorless cameras.
Answered by: Lawrence
Date published: 2022-11-29

Is this lens compatible with Lumix G7?

Is this lens compatible with Lumix G7?
Asked by: Taylor
No, is not. Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemporary Lens is compatible with Sony A mount DSLR cameras. Your Lumix G7 has a Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Sigma only makes 3 prime lenses for your camera. Please review the link below to see this options. Sigma 16mm, 30mm, and 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lenses Kit for Micro Four Thirds BH #SI16305614MK (B&H Kit) https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1470862-REG/sigma_16mm_30mm_and_56mm.html
Answered by: llinelva
Date published: 2023-08-30

Will it work with a Sony a6100?

Will it work with a Sony a6100?
Asked by: Klaus
This lens is designed for the older A-mount cameras, and not the newer E-mount. In order for this lens to work on a Sony a6100 you would need an adapter.
Answered by: Kevin
Date published: 2020-05-06

Is this lens compatible with pentax k-70?

Is this lens compatible with pentax k-70?
Asked by: Rodrigo
Yes the Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro HSM Contemporary Lens for Pentax K BH #SI1820035DPE • MFR #885-109 will mount and work on the K 70.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2021-04-09

Will this lens and the AF work with my Pentax ...

Will this lens and the AF work with my Pentax k-01?
Asked by: Wayne
Yes, it is compatible.
Answered by: Kevin
Date published: 2020-06-23
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