Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OS Macro 'C' lens review (with samples)
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10 жыл бұрынThis is Sigma's latest 18-200mm superzoom lens, in their new 'Contemporary' lineup. I don't normally love superzoom lenses, but this one has received some attention on the internet for being supposedly a little sharper than the competition. How does it measure up?
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@CFProductionX 10 жыл бұрын
You are by far one of the best reviewers on KZfaq! I love they amount of information you put into your videos and the way you present it is very nice. Please keep on the good work :)
@Aichasheart 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the reviews! I have trouble deciding on a superzoom that doesn't suck. I have the Canon 80D and I mostly use primes, 135mm f/2 L being my favorite, but I need a travel lens with image stabilization, preferably 18 to 200mm. I had the Canon 18-135mm, but I found it to be too short sometimes when traveling... Other than that it seems to be the best one there is. Life is hard after shooting with actually good lenses and then trying to not hate the cheaper ones :D
@mohammedjasaam 9 жыл бұрын
Thank You.I really like your reviews
@cagmito76 9 жыл бұрын
wow learned a lot from that vid , very thorough . barreling pin cushioning chrome abs all explained !!
@tom_n_jerry2256 9 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris....thnx for ur nice review which enhances our knowledge on camera lens...i have got 2 sigma lenses but i dont feel much difficulties with the pic quality..its really v good..but ur analysis is v sharp..sharper than the lens... :) thnx Chris...
@nismokid 2 ай бұрын
Got this lens in 2024 to have one lens to carry around when traveling. Negotiated the price to make it worthwhile. I am hoping comment on darker aperture on zoom can be compensated with shutter and iso.
@theatreman3771 5 жыл бұрын
Good review, but when showing the lens noise with internal mics maybe mute the music? I just had a difficult time hearing it. Otherwise very helpful! Thanks!
@zipp4everyone263 6 жыл бұрын
Must say i LOVE your reviews! I usually look for your vids before anyone elses out there when looking for lens reviews. However, would it be possible to provide raw files from a select few scenes when trying lenses?
@GVCreationStudio 2 жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for your review. I found vignette corners on my pictures taken from this lense. Can u help me to guide on the lense settings.. The camera 6d is OK with my other 50mm lense.
@JDM_000 2 жыл бұрын
Great reviews!
@sprocolli 7 жыл бұрын
Best review in the world ever! Nobody can beat chris.i was looking for your review at sigma 18-250mm macro.but i cant find one.ive been thinking if this 18-200 sigma is much better than 18-250 sigma.any suggestions? Anyway your background music is relaxing,and your voice is soft like 200mm zoom range.
@evangelineecada 9 жыл бұрын
Have u done any new reviews on the Sigma 18-250 mm lens & how does it compare to its Canon or Tamron competitors? I'm just a new user & only have a Canon T3i DSLR.
@iPatrAum 10 жыл бұрын
You great Chis, Thanks bro.
@heli0s2003 4 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about buying this lens. I probably won't now, haha. Great review thanks.
@elyore123 9 жыл бұрын
Hello Chris.. what's Sigma's best Telephoto lens for APS-c today?? i dont like using 70-200 f2.8 for crop sensor.. ill be shooting moving subject from a distance.. i missed Sigma's 50-150 f 2.8 i wonder why they discontinued it :( Thanks
@terenas1986 9 жыл бұрын
Could you possibly do a review of the "brother" lens, the Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM II? I have that lens but it does not perform as ugly this one, as far as I see it...
@makmunwhai1851 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris for proving my right feel on this lens. Changed my mind to get the Sigma 17-70mm C lens instead of this 18-200mm. Always enjoy your review, pls keep them coming !
@MrLennitheking7 9 жыл бұрын
how long can u use the aperture 4.5? until 50mm, 70mm :O pls answer me :D
@gathowcoree 7 жыл бұрын
Hello! I could say I'm your fan! I broke my kit lens so I've spent like 50+ hours over the past 3 months reading and watching reviews about some lenses and I've found yours always to be the best ones! So I hope you could help me in this one! I'm a student from Mexico, the minimum salary is about almost 4 dolars per day, so you can imagine how expensive is to buy for us even the cheapest lens. I'm can't decide between the Tamron 16-300 or this one, the Sigma 18-200 C. Here, the Tamron is exactly twice the price of the Sigma, so thats a big advantage for the 18-200 so far, but I find the fact that the Tamron gives me 16mm extremely helpful! Also the 300mm instead of just 200mm is better. But, it seems that Sigma offers much better quality, so if you were in my situation, which one would you choose? Thank you so much for your amazing helpful reviews!
@moviewatcher1024 10 жыл бұрын
As always fantastic review, thanks Chris
@eelcovvliet 10 жыл бұрын
dxo mark did an extensive test of all super zooms and this is the sharpest of them all. Better than the Canon 18-200 and Tamron 18-270.
@dzsemx 7 жыл бұрын
and it's surpisingly tiny, very close to the size of the kit lens.
@lllucky13 7 жыл бұрын
The nikon 18-200 is far better than sigma. thats a fact. Sharper and no chromatic abberation which sigma always has failed on
@yashwinning 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah dxo mark are just a bunch of amateurs let's rather believe this random dude on the internet who apparently knows better
@RichardJamesMendoza 5 жыл бұрын
I got to use this lens by someone lending me his cameras and lenses. Sharpness was decent throughout, and preferred it to the Canon 55-250mm.
@blarkdexture8899 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris
@didotirma8395 9 жыл бұрын
Hay.... what do you think... tamron 18-270 vc pzd or sigma 18-200 c macro.....
@AbangInfo 2 жыл бұрын
Good review.. Which better sigma or tamron for 18-200 series?
@AyabaraGaming 8 жыл бұрын
how are you supposed to hear the clicking when you play piano music over it ? smooth
@IAMDIMITRI 7 жыл бұрын
I have a quick question. If this lens is for APS-C sensor then it would be equal to 28-320mm focal length on a full frame?
@christopherfrost 7 жыл бұрын
Yup
@Michael-op5hk 4 жыл бұрын
What do you mean " I don't recommend" !? I just bought this!
@Heisenberg_Aka_itsme 4 жыл бұрын
😀
@bdbrady 6 жыл бұрын
I have my kit 18-55mm and a 50mm/f1.8. I’m debating another lens and going between canon 55-250 and this lens. Which do you recommend? Any other lens in the 200-400ish range I should consider?
@christopherfrost 6 жыл бұрын
Considering you have the 18-55, you should go for the 55-250 STM. Merry Christmas and a happy new year!
@Pastronomer69 5 жыл бұрын
Christopher, would you recommend this or the 18-300? Is that extra 100 a sacrifice to image quality? I've watched your two videos back to back numerous times but cannot decide!
@christopherfrost 5 жыл бұрын
This 18-200 is a little sharper, and the 18-300, of course, brings you a little more range.
@lobe1999 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Can you recommend a good superzoom lens for nikon if this one isn't all that fantastic? thx
@christopherfrost 8 жыл бұрын
+Orchard Caravan club Sorry, I don't know much about Nikon gear
@mouzaalzaabi1384 10 жыл бұрын
Hello there! I really like your reviews here's my little story, I purchased the 7D canon and clumsy me dropped it and broke the kit lens that came with it which was the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM I believe, I am still ashamed of my clumsiness. I used the camera withe the ever useful nifty fifty that I have 50 mm 1.8F for around 5 months now, and that has been useful, but the fixed too zoomed in setting of the lens is rather inconvenient in many situations.. anyway I would like you to recommend a good carry around lens as a substitute for my broken kit lens, ofc with a reasonable price and decent image quality, I'd be ever thankful
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
At least the camera was alright :-) check out my kit lens upgrade video, that should really help you out.
@tonizuz 10 жыл бұрын
Hi again ! I have a Canon EOS 550d, will this lens fit ?? Will it be good for fireworks photography ?? Thank you very much.
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
Any lens since 1987 designed for Canon EOS cameras will work on your 550D. It will be okay for fireworks
@zero2x 10 жыл бұрын
Nice video as always. Thanks Chris.
@missunicorn3716 7 жыл бұрын
I want a pretty cheap (max 500 USD) lens that has a zoom range of about 50-200 (doesn't have to be exact that range) and is a bit faster than 6.3 at 200mm. is that something which exists? I know that 70-200 lenses exist and I like them but they are both expensive and huge lenses which makes it exhausting to carry them around for a long time.
@christopherfrost 7 жыл бұрын
Go for the Canon 55-250 STM (if you own a Canon APS-C camera)
@duttaguptasuman16 5 жыл бұрын
Is it for videography or photography? Which is better?
@SIG442 7 жыл бұрын
Tells me all I want to know, not a likely candidate for me then. Currently looking for a replacement for my Nikon 18-55mm kit lens with something that is sharp yet does have at least some zoom range. I do have the Sigma 50mm F1.4, which I pretty much love to use. I also have a Tamron 70-300mm lens which is great for low budget and still getting pretty good images. I am looking for something along the lines of 18 or 24mm up to 70 or 105 mm (or 200mm) yet still great value for your money. Really do need one asap because I have a trip to Thailand where I need to act as wedding photographer. So I really can use a better lens for that. If you have some suggestions, please do give them. Kinda lost in the forest of lenses not knowing what would be the best for me.
@christopherfrost 7 жыл бұрын
I don't know much about Nikon gear but I think the do a 16-85mm lens that might be useful for you
@GuhneeHan 7 жыл бұрын
+SIG442 Nikon's 18-105, 18-135, 18-140 lenses are some value for money, although they are 'kit' lenses. By the 18-55 I think you are DX, I recommend the Sigma or Tamron 17-50 f2.8 lenses. They are sharp. Or the Sigma 24-105 f4(Super sharp lens!).
@allanisip6302 5 жыл бұрын
How about sigma 18mm-250mm macro?
@tomasmelichercik7161 8 жыл бұрын
thanks for you videos i want to buy some 18-200 for traveling at First i want buy tamron but for watching this video i know that i want buy sigma 18-200 thank you .
@lollipol27 9 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, i have a Nikon D3300 and i wanna buy a super zoom. Which one do you recommend for me?
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
lollipol27 I don't know about Nikon's lenses. Check out my review of the Tamron 16-300, that's another option
@chrishalle1982 2 жыл бұрын
What is the maximum f stop of this lens?
@janusvds681 9 жыл бұрын
Great video. What lens would you recommend instead of this one? I actually did buy this lens but I'm not happy with it, at all.
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
If you want a superzoom lens then the Canon 18-135mm STM isn't bad
@janusvds681 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for getting back.I'm not a very experienced photographer but I want to get serious about it. I already have a kit lens, so I'm looking for a good 1st upgrade. Do you think I should stick with this lens or look at the canon EF-S 55-250mm IS STM, or the Tamron 16-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro?
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
Janus van der Sandt I'd probably get the 55-250
@khalidalhashimi9821 10 жыл бұрын
Hi chris.I think you should do the canon 18-200 vs sigma 18-200 and see which one is better ^_^ .......im one of your biggest fans
@mitchglass8356 4 жыл бұрын
would this work on a canon t6 rebel?
@vivekdandare 9 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, This was asked by someone previously below but went unanswered. Hows Sigma 18-250 mm f3.5-6.3 DC OS MACRO HSM compared to this lense ? Appreciate your efforts in making videos and answering questions. Thanks.
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
I haven't actually tried the 18-250 - I presume this newer 18-200 lens is a lot better, though
@Assssaert 10 жыл бұрын
I am using a Nikon D3200 DX. Is the lens work in autofocus in that camera, because it does not have a internal focus motor as the expensive model of nikon (D90,D7100,D7000)??????????????
@njegossofijanic5423 5 жыл бұрын
I need that information to
@tarequlhasan1992 9 жыл бұрын
can i use this lens or any sigma lens to canon any body ??
@celesteviedma1850 6 жыл бұрын
Hi! Can you compare this one with the Sigma 18-250 Macro Lens?
@christopherfrost 6 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried that one
@tenseigan3087 8 жыл бұрын
Hi, what are your thoughts on the Sigma 18-250 OS HSM? Much appreciate it if you would make a review of this lens... Thanks as always...
@christopherfrost 8 жыл бұрын
+tenseigan Haven't tried it I'm afraid
@FullOfMalarky 9 жыл бұрын
How's the glass? Sigma or Tamaron?
@GNAMFMAN 10 жыл бұрын
You wrote 19-200 instead of 18 in the description. But the video is great, as always!
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
Ooops! Thanks, hehe
@TigranMadoyan 10 жыл бұрын
Christopher Frost Photography In the description it's still 19-200 :)
@joycayona9194 8 жыл бұрын
Is it good on landscape photography thanks? or the 17-70
@christopherfrost 8 жыл бұрын
+Joy Cayona Any lens in the 18-70mm zone will be good for landscape work
@shiko1984 9 жыл бұрын
Is (Sigma 18-200mm Contemporary) lens working fine with (Nikon D5300 )? I need to know for Auto-focus , is it working fine with this lens on Nikon D5300?
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
Sherif It should be fine - I don't know much about Nikon, really
@rizkyp 6 жыл бұрын
Is this the same as the 18-200mm dc macro os hsm?
@christopherfrost 6 жыл бұрын
I think so
@yongmengchyun6705 7 жыл бұрын
is it compatible with nikon 1 J5 with FT-1?
@bloubear2557 5 жыл бұрын
Ft1 turns your J5 into a dslr lens compatibility level
@tgmedias 5 жыл бұрын
Hi, Is this a full frame lens ?
@christopherfrost 5 жыл бұрын
As I mentioned in the review, no
@rabbyhasan4507 6 жыл бұрын
Does this lense in better for landscape photography?
@christopherfrost 6 жыл бұрын
It's not a bad option
@Michael-op5hk 4 жыл бұрын
I just bought this lenses! October 2019! :)
@dabj9546 4 жыл бұрын
But why?
@ellisfmorton4086 10 жыл бұрын
Could you review the sigma 105mm 2.8 please :)
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking about it - maybe in a few month's time
@kevinmartin1679 7 жыл бұрын
will it work with d5100 and is it very grainy
@christopherfrost 7 жыл бұрын
If you get the Nikon version it should work. I have no idea what you mean about "very grainy"!! 'Grainy' images normally come from using a high ISO level on your camera
@bobchristensen4897 2 ай бұрын
I'd like to see this tested with your test chart.
@mrterry1756 9 жыл бұрын
How does it compare to the 18-300mm?
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
I've just made a video about the 18-300, check it out
@bing0bongo 7 жыл бұрын
I wish I could actually judge the loudness of the autofocus motor, but it's completely drowned out by the piano music :(
@ignaciogutierrezohlsson6076 9 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, i have a canon t3i and i wanna buy a super zoom, wich one do you recommend for me? Thanks.
@christopherfrost 9 жыл бұрын
Ignacio Gutiérrez Ohlsson There are lots of options - I don't mind the Canon 18-135mm STM
@ignaciogutierrezohlsson6076 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@hans1066 5 жыл бұрын
At what ISO is that done?
@christopherfrost 5 жыл бұрын
The test pictures? On a tripod at ISO 100 (at least I think they were - it was a long time ago now)
@princeicio 7 жыл бұрын
The kit lens is probably better in terms of sharpness
@paoloperreca9629 Жыл бұрын
Can I use it with canon M 50 ?
@hatschmolo2923 8 ай бұрын
Yes, but with an EF to EF-M adapter
@SayHeIsOne 9 жыл бұрын
Cardiff!!!!!!!!!
@eliassalvatierra8829 5 ай бұрын
Do you not particularly recommend this Sigma lens? This video was watched because you recommended this lens instead of the Tamron 18*200mm aaaa.. By the way... Using the same pictures for both videos.
@DanielProducti0n 10 жыл бұрын
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art review please
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
I plan to, in a few months, when I can finally get hold of a copy...
@DanielProducti0n 10 жыл бұрын
Christopher Frost Photography that would be really great! Your reviwes are the best,and i don't want to buy it before i heard your thoughts
@rdxjhlak4304 9 жыл бұрын
tamron 18-200mm or Sigma 18-200mm?
@deyzer7379 8 жыл бұрын
Tamron
@MEASURETWICE 10 жыл бұрын
i make youtube videos and i have the canon 600d and 50mm 1.8 lens. its quite zoomed in though and isnt good for some shots i want. i make fashion and beauty videos and want a lens that i can film my outfits and the camera doesnt have to be super far away to get my whole body in. i would like the backround to be a bit blurry and the biggest thing is it would have to be under £100 (i know it would have to be second hand for that price which is fine) if someone could help that would be great:)
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
Sorry, not a chance for under £100! You could try the Tamron 17-50 f/2.8, you might find it for about £150 on eBay. It won't be a whole lot different that your 18-55mm kit lens, but it will be a little bit better at giving you a blurry background
@MEASURETWICE 10 жыл бұрын
Christopher Frost Photography is the first or second version of the kit lens better?
@mogret7451 Ай бұрын
3:25 I hear jazz backround music. 🤣
@TheMattp666 7 жыл бұрын
does it work on a canon 5d mk4
@Nirmadify 9 жыл бұрын
Oh no! I just got this lense with my new canon 70d..
@taynerickson7260 4 жыл бұрын
You might be able to get an adapter Oh wait your comment is from 4 years ago
@noworries12 4 жыл бұрын
very critical review...but to me the photos look great...
@rubentiagoQcoisa 7 жыл бұрын
does this work on sony alpha6300?
@howaaidak9009 7 жыл бұрын
it work on 6D?
@christopherfrost 7 жыл бұрын
Watch the review - I talk about whether it works on full-frame or APS-C
@Arshyo 5 жыл бұрын
Why would you recommend a Sigma in the Tamron 18-200mm review video? That’s why I came here but looking at both the videos. I felt the Tamron was a better performer in every sphere be it, auto-focus, Image Stabilisation, comparatively less chromatic aberration, vignetting & darkening. Even the picture quality and bokeh is rubbish with this lens but its overpriced, Tamron is way lot cheaper and provides better functionality.
@christopherfrost 5 жыл бұрын
If you're looking for the image quality, get the Sigma. If you're focussed on build quality then this Tamron might be better for you
@lllucky13 7 жыл бұрын
sigma and tamron keep trying to get close to nikon but never will.. only decent sigma lense out there is the 10-20mm F3.5.. if your looking for zoom then stick with the main contenders. nikon or canon.. simple
@dzsemx 7 жыл бұрын
I own 2 and I tried several Sigma lenses, they are fantastic. At the same price you find nothing from canikon. If you have unlimited budget, even then some sigma and tamron lenses are worth to consider.
@freddyacosta2358 8 жыл бұрын
6.3 is not the aperture wide open. Wide open would be 3.5.
@christopherfrost 8 жыл бұрын
+Freddy Acosta f/6.3 is the wide open aperture when you're zoomed in to 200mm
@chrisy6439 8 жыл бұрын
+Christopher Frost Photography spark him out thinks he knows best
@freddyacosta2358 8 жыл бұрын
The lower the number, the wider it is, therefore more light goes in. Spark this!
@christopherfrost 8 жыл бұрын
+Freddy Acosta You're still wrong about the aperture only being f/3.5 for the whole zoom range
@thothheartmaat2833 5 жыл бұрын
@@freddyacosta2358 when a lens is labeled like this one 3.5-6.3 it refers to the widest opening at different zoom levels. It's an adjustable minimum. When it's all the way zoomed out it's 3.5.. when it's all the way zoomed in it can only get 6.3..
@s.rooneyphotography7944 5 жыл бұрын
My local cash generator has this lens for £35 worth a little play with ?
@christopherfrost 5 жыл бұрын
There must be something wrong with it
@sprocolli 7 жыл бұрын
Hey you can make money from youtube.so you can buy more lenses.
@khalidalhashimi9821 10 жыл бұрын
Hi chris.I think you should do the canon 18-200 vs sigma 18-200 and see which one is better ^_^ .......im one of your biggest fans
@christopherfrost 10 жыл бұрын
No plans to make a video, but I can tell you, the Sigma is sharper and smaller, but the Canon lens makes nicer pictures and is a bit nicer overall - I'd rather have the old Canon lens
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