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Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM
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57 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 57 reviews of Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the design and reliability are generally positive. The usability and price also get good feedback, but some have doubts about the size.

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On average, users rate this product 88/100 and experts rate this product 67/100.

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Expert review by : photozone.de (opticallimits.com)

Sigma AF 18-50mm f/2.8-4.5 DC HSM OS (Nikon) - Review / Test Report

 

The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM left us with mixed feelings. Physically it is no doubt a welcome step-up from Nikon's own entry-level offerings. The build quality is on a very high level for this lens class. The only issue here is the focus ring...

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Szymon Starczewski (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

In March 2009 Sigma released a new lens – Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM. I must admit I was surprised about this novelty and the first thought that crossed my mind when I saw its parameters was: “what for?”. Sigma has two quite good lenses in its...

Tight lens body that doesn’t change its dimensions ; The presence of image stabilization and HSM in this price class ; Very good or even great image quality at the center of the frame for all focal lengths ; Slight chromatic aberration for longer focal...

Poor image quality at the edge of the frame, especially visible at the widest angle of view ; Large chromatic aberration at 18 mm focal length ; Noticeable coma ; Quite large vignetting in the whole focal length range ; Work against the bright light...

Mar, 2010
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

This standard zoom for DSLRs with APS-C or smaller sensors cost £250 and includes optical stabilisation technology and a HyperSonic focusing motor.

Internal focus and zoom; Optical Stabilisation; Good resolution at wider apertures; Low distortion

Resolution falloff at smaller apertures

Jan, 2010
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Expert review by : photodo.com (photodo.com)

REVIEW: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

ePHOTOzine's expert Gary Wolstenholme takes a long look at one of Sigma's zoom lenses.

Internal focus and zoom; Optical Stabilisation; Good resolution at wider apertures; Low distortion

Fingers tend to catch on rotating focus ring; Resolution falloff at smaller apertures

Overall, this lens isn't a bad performer and will suit those looking either for a replacement upgrade to their standard 18-55mm kit lens, or a solid starter lens that covers the standard focal ranges.

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Consumer review (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

Very bad lens.

None

Min distance, poor image quality, rattling sounds

Mar, 2015
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Consumer review (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

Excellent value for the price paid.

Well built, OS and very nice handling. Lens hood included. Fast and precise AF. Optically sound above 24mm. Good contrast and colour. Faster than kit lenses

Soft in the corners at 18 mm

Jul, 2013
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Consumer review (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

Excellent value for the price paid.

Well built, OS and very nice handling. Lens hood included. Fast and precise AF. Optically sound above 24mm. Good contrast and colour. Faster than kit lenses

Soft in the corners at 18 mm

Jul, 2013
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Consumer review (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

best value if you look for a studio lens between 24 and 35 for aps-c (except productfotos)

but my standard studio lens between 24 and 35mm at f8 too f11, best handling, no extension, stabilisized and fast and excact AF

a lot of optical disadvantages, if you use this lens outdoor at 18 or 50mm wide open, ok from 24 too 35mm

May, 2011
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Consumer review (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

best value if you look for a studio lens between 24 and 35 for aps-c (except productfotos)

but my standard studio lens between 24 and 35mm at f8 too f11, best handling, no extension, stabilisized and fast and excact AF

a lot of optical disadvantages, if you use this lens outdoor at 18 or 50mm wide open, ok from 24 too 35mm

May, 2011
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Consumer review (lenstip.com)

Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

 

Excellent center sharpness, absolute best stabilized lens for the money!

Stabilizer, F 2.8

Corner sharpness, variable aperture

Feb, 2011
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