Is Sigma 18 250 a good lens?
It is a very nice lens with great build quality and AF, a nice OS implementation and a reasonable price. While the Sigma 18-250 OS’ image quality in the 50-250mm focal length range is not ideal, it can deliver a lot more than an 18-55mm lens can in that range.
What is a 18 250mm lens used for?
Covering wide angle 18mm to telephoto 250mm, this versatile lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras, is suitable for all-purpose photography including landscape, sport, and macro photography.
What is Macro HSM?
The 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM is the latest in a long line of all-in-one ‘superzoom’ lenses from Sigma, having been announced in June 2012. The lens features an ultrasonic-type ‘Hypersonic Motor’ for quiet focusing, which means it will autofocus on entry-level Nikon SLR bodies.
What lens do I need for super close-up photography?
The Best Macro Lenses
- Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Lens. The Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Lens is a specialty tool for extreme closeup imagery.
- Nikon 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Micro Lens.
- Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Lens for Sony E Mount.
Which Nikon lenses are macro?
Nikon’s Micro-NIKKOR lens line-up:
| Lens | Reproduction Ratio | Closest Focus |
|---|---|---|
| AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D | 1:1 (life size) | 8 3/4 in. |
| AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED | 1:1 (life size) | 0.6 ft. |
| AF-S DX Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR | 1:1 (life size) | 0.9 ft. |
| AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED | 1:1 (life size) | 1 ft. |
What camera do you need for macro photography?
The Best Cameras for Macro Photography, Ranked
| 1. Nikon Z6 | 2. Canon Rebel T7 | 3. Nikon D5600 |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5 | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
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When did the Sigma 18-250mm F / 3.5-6.3 come out?
The 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM is the latest in a long line of all-in-one ‘superzoom’ lenses from Sigma, having been announced in June 2012. It offers two main developments over its predecessor, the confusingly similarly-named 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM – namely improved close-up…
How big is the Sigma 18-250mm macro lens?
For a lens that covers an impressive 13.8x zoom range, the Sigma 18-250mm DC Macro OS HSM collapses down very small indeed, and weighs only 470g.
What kind of motor does the Sigma 18-200mm use?
This lens uses a motor driven by ultrasonic waves to provide a quiet, high-speed AF. The Sigma 18-200mm 3.5-6.3 DC HSM OS lens is the second addition to the Contemporary line from Sigma’s Global Vision.
What’s the best aperture for a sigma 18mm lens?
The Sigma performs best at the wider end particularly at 18mm from f/3.5 to f5.6, which is good news for those looking to use the lens for handheld interiors and landscapes. However, while the Sigma’s resolving power at 18mm is highest at wider apertures, sharpness is not uniform over the field. And the latter is also true of longer focal lengths.