| Reviews : Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Olympus and Panasonic Digital SLR Cameras |
Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Olympus and Panasonic Digital SLR Cameras Product By Sigma Corporation Available From 0 Sellers |
Technical Details
- Sigma lens made specifically for Olympus digital SLR camera bodies; telephoto zoom lens
- Compact design is just 3.3 inches long
- 55-200mm focal length
- f4-5.6 maximum aperture
- 43.3-inch minimum focusing distance; maximum magnification ratio of 1:4
Product Description
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 for a compact and lightweight body with overall length of 84.6mm (3.3 inches), and weight of only 310 grams (10.9 ounces). It has a filter size of 55mm and a maximum diameter of 70mm (2.7 inches). This remarkably compact high-performance zoom lens is ideally suited to a wide range of subjects. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 110 centimeters (43.3 inches) and maximum magnification of 1:4.Similar Products
Customer Reviews
By M. G. Pfonner (Buffalo, NY)
I couldn't be more pleased with this lens. The pictures taken with it and my Pentax K-10 camera are crisp, clean and always in focus. It's a great intermediate range lens, and at the price here at Amazon, a real value. I paid 60 dollars less than my local camera store or the Sigma web site. For great quality and value, this is as good as it gets.
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.
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