Sigma 8-16mm f/4,5-5,6 DC HSM Review
General information
This is a zoom lens manufactured by Sigma and the model was launched 2010.
The lens belongs to the category
wide angle zoom lenses, a wide angle lens where you have the possibility to zoom in and out.
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Compatibility, autofocus and focal length
The lens is available for both Canon and Nikon cameras, but there are two different versions of this lens (one for each brand and mount) so it is important that you ask for and choose the right version when bying the lens.
This lens is designed and meant for Canon and Nikon cameras with a smaller sensor (often referred to as 'APS-C') which means that the lens does not fit all camera models. By clicking on the link below you can make sure that the lens works with your camera model and you should do an additional check with your local dealer as well, before you buy the lens just to be sure.
The ability to use autofocus is available for all cameras.
The lens has a focal length of 8-16 mm. Since the lens is designed to be used on a camera with smaller sensor ('APS-C') the focal length will be equivalent to 13-26 mm if you have a Canon camera or 12-24 mm if you have a Niko camera.
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Lens brightness and image stabilizer
The lens brightness and aperture value is f/4,5-5,6.
This lens is not considered to have a good aperture value and brightness. It is something to consider before you purchase the lens. To compensate for this you might, while photographing in less favorable light conditions, be forced to either use higher ISO settings (which generates more noise in the image), slower shutter speeds (which may give some motion blur) or flash lightning. Read more at the link below what lens brightness means to you as a photographer.
One thing to consider is that the lens has a variable brightness, which means that depending on how much you are zooming the lens will have a different maximum aperture value. At 8 mm the lens brightness is f/4,5 and at 16 mm the brightness is f/5,6. Through the link below you can read more about what this could mean for you as a photographer.
The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds.
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Filter and Lens Hood
This lens does not support the use of filters which is slightly negative. To have the option to use filters, for their optic purpose or as protection, would have been nice but no.
Most lenses have the lens hood as an accessory, something that you mount on the lens seperately, but this lens has a lens hood as a fixed part of the lens.
Pictures (product and sample images)
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Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
Things to consider before buying
Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilities. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens.
- Has a built-in autofocus motor
- A lens hood is included (solid construction)
- Works only on cameras with APS-C sensor
- No built-in image stabilizer
- Poor aperture value with its f/5,6
- A variable lens brightness at different focal lengths
- Not possible to use filters
- The lens is not sealed against moisture and dust
- Heavy (545 gr)
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Reviews
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| the-digital-picture.com |
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Pictures (product and sample images)
In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below.
Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
Alternatives to Sigma 8-16mm f/4,5-5,6 DC HSM for Canon photographers
Below you will find four interesting alternatives to Sigma 8-16mm f/4,5-5,6 DC HSM. Make sure to compare these (and other) options before deciding which lens you will buy.
Alternatives to Sigma 8-16mm f/4,5-5,6 DC HSM for Nikon photographers
Below you will find four interesting alternatives to Sigma 8-16mm f/4,5-5,6 DC HSM. Make sure to compare these (and other) options before deciding which lens you will buy.
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Nikon AF-S DX 10-24mm f/3,5-4,5 G IF-ED |
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Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm f/4 G IF-ED |
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Sigma EX 10-20mm f/3,5 DC HSM |
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Sigma EX 10-20mm f/4-5,6 DC HSM |
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