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Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras | List Price: $199.99
Discount Price: $59.95
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Brand: Sigma
Binding: Electronics
Features: - Nikon G-type mount; telephoto zoom lens
- 4.5x magnification
- 55 to 200 mm focal length
- f/4 maximum aperture
- 43.3-inch minimum focusing distance
Sharpness High Price Low for this Lens [Posted on 2005-08-21]
There are some that slam this lens and others that praise it. You have all heard the value of the 50mm 1.8 right? This Sigma lens is close to the same value as far as cost vs sharpness. It is not as fast as a 2.8 lens but it also is not as expensive. If you can afford it get a 2.8 lens but if not then this is the lens you want. It is very sharp but does become soft at outer edges
junk [Posted on 2006-02-22]
do a little research and don't be fooled. Sigmas are generally a hit or miss thing for the lens quality. And worse off if you travel with the camera..seals are not at all reliable. Last but not least go ito a store and compare the drive noise on this unit to any other brand...very very noise...sorry i can not recommend them. Nikon, Tamron, Tokina...I personally prefer Nikon and Tokina...good luck
Auto focus faster than Nikon's version [Posted on 2007-05-01]
I have compared this lens with Nikon's version of the 55-200mm, and I find the auto focus of the Sigma lens to be faster and snappier than that of the Nikon lens. Also, in terms of sharpness of image, I can't tell the difference - seems to produce every bit as sharp and clear an image as the Nikon lens does - at a significantly lower cost! A good solid value for the going price.
plastic build, light weight, surprising optics [Posted on 2007-09-23]
i briefly had this lens and though i traded it in, it's actually a pretty good deal for the money. anyone expecting a pro-quality lens or a 2.8 at this price is insane.
the first thing you notice is that the build quality is super-plastic-y, even toy-like. that was a turn-off for me, but to get a better-made lens, you'll have to pay hundreds, if not thousands more -- the nikon 55-200 alternatives are also plastic, and sigma doesnt offer a 55-200 in an EX finish.
still, the sigma 55-200 does have some advantages if you're not overly concerned with name-brand snob appeal. it autofocuses very quickly due to its short barrel and excels at tracking moving subjects handheld due to its light weight. and the optics are clearer and sharper than you would think, although there is a bit of fall-off at 200mm. this lens would obviously appeal to budget-minded shooters, but it would also be a good backup lens for travel for someone who doesnt want to drag along a lot of heavy glass. and at the price it's being offered for, you could easily buy two in case one breaks.
note: unfortunately for d40 users, the sigma 55-200 has no internal motor, so your camera will not AF with it.
Sigma 55-22mm zoom [Posted on 2007-12-26]
It was a Christmas present for my wife. Excellent quality.Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
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