SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary APS-C Lens (2021)
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SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary is a compact APS-C lens for E-mount and L-mount mirrorless systems. Offering a 27-75mm full-frame equivalent focal range, the 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary is one of the few high-grade standard zoom options for APS-C.
While the SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN is available for both E-mount and L-mount, it'll probably find its way on Sony cameras more than anything else. In this particular segment, the only compelling option with f/2.8 maximum aperture is Tamron's 17-70mm F2.8 Di III-A. Sony ostensibly expects its APS-C shooters to use full-frame lenses instead.
The SIGMA Contemporary lens, being close to half the weight of the aforementioned Tamron, is a godsend. As usual, SIGMA manufactures its lens in Japan and promises strong build and image qualities.
Additionally, the 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN boasts a relatively short minimum focusing distance, particularly at the wide end. This affords the photographer more creative possibilities.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 55% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Very sharp wide open
- Dust and splash protection
Cons
- External zoom without zoom lock
- Not stabilized
What external reviewers found***
External score 72% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great for handheld video
- Sturdy build quality
- Compact, compact form
- Optical stabilization
- F2.8 aperture
- 1:2.8 macro reproduction
Cons
- No full weather sealing
- No optical stabilisation
- No sensor shift IBIS
- No fluorine coating
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Specifications
Construction
Aperture Blades
7 blades, Rounded blades
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Standard Zoom Lens
Image Size
APS-C
Lens Mount
Leica L-mount, Sony E-mount
Motor
Stepper motor
Optical Formula | Elements
13 elements
Optical Formula | Groups
10 groups
Optical Formula | Special Glass
1 Super Low Dispersion and 3 aspherical elements groups
Dimensions
Filter Diameter
55 mm / 2.17 in
Size | Diameter
65 mm / 2.56 in
Size | Length
75 mm / 2.95 in
Weight
290 g / 10.25 oz
Function
Angle Of View
77.4° Diagonal | 67.4° Horizontal | 47.9° Vertical (wide) ~ 32.2° Diagonal | 27.0° Horizontal | 18.2° Vertical (tele)
Aperture
f/2.8 ~ f/22
Autofocus
Yes
Crop Factor
1.5
Focal Length
18 mm ~ 50 mm
Focal Length (35mm Equivalent)
27.0 mm ~ 75.0 mm
Focus Type
Internal
Image Stabilization
No
Weather Resistance
Yes
Zoom Type
External zoom
Performance
Min Focus Distance
120 mm / 4.72 in
Production
Accessory
Lens Hood: LH582-02 (supplied)
Debut
2021-10-19
Made In
Japan
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External Reviews
cameralabs[1]
Reviewer score 65%The Sigma 18-50 provides a useful general-purpose range with greater opportunities for blurring than a typical kit zoom. Opened to f2.8 you’ll enjoy some nice blurring and the lens kept me focused easily on the A6400. The only downsides are a lack of optical stabilisation, an omission that will frustrate owners of the many APSC bodies lacking IBIS.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- F2.8 aperture
- Sturdy build quality
- Great for handheld video
Cons
- No optical stabilisation
- No sensor shift IBIS
pcmag[2]
Reviewer score 80%Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary is an affordable and very capable zoom. It delivers sharp, background-blurring optics and decent macro capabilities. The lack of full weather sealing and a fluorine coating are among its biggest weaknesses. The Editors' Choice-winning Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 remains another excellent option.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- 1:2.8 macro reproduction
- Compact, compact form
- Optical stabilization
Cons
- No fluorine coating
- No full weather sealing
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