| Reviews : Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras |
Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras Product By Sigma Corporation Available From 8 Sellers |
Technical Details
- Canon EOS mount; telephoto zoom lens
- 4.5x magnification
- 55 to 200 mm focal length
- f/4 maximum aperture
- 43.3-inch minimum focusing distance
Product Description
Sigma 55 - 200MM Lens for Canon SLR Camera 684-101 - This compact telephoto zoom lens was exclusively designed for use with digital SLR cameras. The image circle was designed to match the size of the image sensors of digital SLR cameras that also allows compact body and lightweight with overall length of 84.6mm (3.3in.), and weight of only 310g/10.9 ounces. It has a filter size of 55mm, maximum diameter of 70mm (2.7in.). This remarkably compact high performance zoom lens is ideally suited to a wide range of subjects. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 110cm (43.3in.) and maximum magnification of 1:4. Digital cameras having image sensors larger than APS-C size, and 35mm cameras, should not be used with these lenses. If such cameras are used, severe vignetting in the images may result. The angle of view varies depending on the camera the lens is mounted on Minimum Aperture - F16 Filter Size - Diameter 77mm / 3 in. Dimensions - Diameter 84.5mm X Length 68.2mm / 3.3 in. X 2.7 in. Weight - 505g / 17.8 ozSimilar Products
Customer Reviews
By Scott (NJ)
I bought this to save some money on a zoom lens but found that the sharpness just wasn't there. I did all sorts of test shots using both the AF and the MF but both really didn't wow me. There is also no image stabilization and I had lots of camera movement in my photos. I went with the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras instead and returned this. The Canon lens is worth the extra money because the photos are super sharp. The Canon was also faster with the AF and much quieter and also has the image stabilization that really makes a difference. I took some up close photos as well as far away and both were very very sharp so this lens is a perfect all around lens. While its no macro lens, you still can get great up close shots with a little patience.
Pros:
Budget price
Ok photos
Good zoom length
Cons:
Photos not very sharp compared to the Canon
Noisy AF
Slow AF
No Image Stabilizer
By M. Seither (Fayetteville, AR)
This lens has a nice quality feel to it. Real focus ring. Metal mount. Designed and focused for newer digital cameras. I got it for what I consider to be a great price. I have a used 20d and it compliments the camera nicely and takes very good pictures. I post process a bit to give them more punch in certain circumstances but all in all a very nice lens that focuses fast enough for most amateurs. It's not whisper quiet but I'm not sure I want to spend more money for a "quieter lens." The four stars are about value for the money. This lens has a quality feel and takes great pictures. I don't think you'll be disappointed, especially in this price class. I found another one at a good price for a Pentax (K100D) I have and jumped on it. Recommended.
By Janifer J. Marsh (Newark, NJ United States)
This is my first time purchasing a lens for my camera. The pictures I have captured are truly spectacular. The details of the subject matter are fantastic. I recommend this lens highly.
By Rebecca M. Obrien (Lovell, ME United States)
The lens is nice and light weight but kind of slow to focus and the focus isn't as sharp as I would've thought. I have trouble with my eyesight so I really rely on on my autofocus. What looks great through the lens doesn't always look so hot in production on my computer. I'm sure there's a bit of a leaning curve and I'll probably get used to it and compensate for it. Can't beat the price.
By A. Mendez (FL)
Update: August 20 2009, lens has major problems shooting at 200mm range, very bad blurry images, got to send it back for warranty.
I read somewhere the lens is plastic like feel, that is not true. In the contrary, to me the construction and mate finish texture what I liked the most. Have taken it to a few outdoor events and at least people who do not know about lenses ask how much I paid for it and are impressed with the price tag and over-all quality.
The reason I bought this lens is mainly for the brand, SIGMA, I got also a 30mm 1.4 Sigma that is amazing, construction quality, craftsmanship, materials, color, fonts, are all identical. To me the lens feels solid, very well made. Pictures taken with flash look realistic, no washed out colors or strange exposures.
I got the Cosina 70-210 and I think the Sigma is much better over-all with less distortion, more controlled exposures and better color quality. Mine was bought when it was for fifty something dollars.
Final verdict: I do recommend this lens to anyone looking for a lens on a budget, if you like taking a lot of low light images then get yourself a VR Nikon telephoto lens. If you have the D40, D60 expect manual focus as it has no built in lens motor drive, in a way is a good thing, less stuff the lighter it is. I use it mostly for sports so the AF is not an issue for me. Four stars for such an unbeatable price! Sigma did it again!
Update: I purchased a used D70, autofocus is very quiet, fast and smooth. No problem AF in low light as the D70 and all new DSLR have the assistant focus light.
All Reviews
The Sigma 55-200mm is one of the newer line of digital-only lenses. On the Rebel XT, it encompasses and 35mm equivalent focal length range of 88-320mm. Focus is fairly fast and image quality is relatively good.
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