Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Zoom Lens for Sigma DSLRs with APS-C Sensors
Model: 583110
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Physical
Filter thread | 77 mm |
Weight | 1.24 lb (565 g) |
Dimensions (dxl) | Approx. 3.3 x 3.6" (8.38 x 9.14 cm) |
Performance
Diaphragm blades | 7 |
Focal length | 17 - 50 mm |
Angle of view | 72.4° - 27.9° |
Magnification | 0.2x |
Camera mount type | Sigma SA |
Aperture | Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22 |
Minimum focus distance | 11" (27.94 cm) |
Groups/elements | 13/17 |
Format compatibility | DSLR (APS-C Sensor) |
Maximum reproduction ratio | 1:5 |
Features
Tripod collar | No |
Image stabilization | Yes |
Autofocus | Yes |
The Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Lens features a nice range of focal lengths, a wide f/2.8 aperture, HSM autofocus and OS (optical stabilization) in a well-built and reasonably-priced lens.
Gary Wolstenholme takes a look at Sigma's flagship standard zoom for APS-C digital SLR cameras. Sigma's 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM costs around £590 and is available for Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony and Pentax SLR cameras that have an APS-C or smaller sized sensor.
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Excellent performance in the centre between 28 and 50mm when stopped down, Effective Optical Stabiliser, Compact and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
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Lens really needs stopping down for best results, Sharpness towards the edges,, Focus ring cannot be disengaged
1/30sec @ 17mm 100% crop from 1/30sec @ 17mm 1/25sec @ 28mm 100% crop from 1/25sec @ 28mm 1/40sec @ 50mm 100% crop from 1/40sec @ 50mm
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Constant aperture of f/2.8, Smooth zooming action, Delivers excellent results
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Manual focus ring is fiddly, All-plastic outer construction, Resolution tails off above f/11
The Sigma AF 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM OS is a highly competitive APS-C standard zoom lens and Sigma's best product in this class so far. It's not a flawless lens, though, but none really is.
A compact standard zoom lens for APS-C digital SLRs from Sigma with a bright constant f/2.8 aperture, optical stabilisation and a silent focusing motor.
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Excellent performance in the centre between 28 and 50mm when stopped down, Effective Optical Stabiliser, Compact and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
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Lens really needs stopping down for best results, Sharpness towards the edges,, Focus ring cannot be disengaged
Reading our test you can see very clearly that the Sigma entered the segment of more expensive fast zoom lenses, aimed at ambitious amateur photographers or even professionals working with smaller sensors, very aggressively indeed. The performance of the tested lens is sometimes really impressive.
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high build quality and very solid barrel,, sensational sharpness of images in the frame centre even at the maximum relative aperture,, decent image quality at the edge of the frame,, chromatic aberration well-controlled at longer focal lengths,, negligible astigmatism,, silent, quick and accurate...
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noticeable chromatic aberration at the shortest focal length,, a bit too high vignetting,, significant coma at 17 mm,, too simplified manual focus ring,, image quality at the maximum aperture, at the edge of the frame for shorter focal lengths could have been better.
The Sigma AF 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM OS is a highly competitive APS-C standard zoom lens and Sigma's best product in this class so far. It's not a flawless lens but none really is.
I am very satisfied with my purchase. Sigma has really stepped up it's game in recent years. Some of it's lens are on par with Canon and Nikon's and is no longer far behind them even though being considered a Third-party manufacturer. This sigma lens is not only great in price but also in quality.
This lens performs like my 50mm 1.8/f prime lens, but with the ability for zoom in and out. This is exactly what I needed and I'm so glad that a friend recommended it to me. It's so clear, has excellent bokeh, and feels very solid. I never leave home without it.
For shooting video this is my go to lens. I use it for probably 80% of the stuff that I shoot. The Tamron equivalent is also optically nice but the build quality doesn't feel nearly as sturdy/smooth as the Sigma and as I'm shooting video on Canon bodies the fact that the Tamron is backwards is a big...
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build, image quality, price, stabilized
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a bit heavy
Piqué superlatif pour ce sigma et surtout dès la pleine ouverture; le centre est exceptionnel, les angles très bons (il faut visionner à 100% pour distinguer la différence entre les angles et le centre). Avec un Canon 60D, les clichés à 2.8 en basse lumière sont étonnants de précision.
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Piqué à toutes les focales et dès 2.8, Qualité de construction., Livré complet avec pare soleil et housse, Compacité et poids.
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- For Sigma DSLRs with APS-C Size Sensors
- 4 Stops of Anti-Shake (OS) Compensation
- Aperture of f/2.8 throughout Zoom Range
- Accepts 77mm Filters
- Ultra Compact (Only 3.6", 91.8mm Long)
- Multi-Layered Lens Coating
- Excellent Correction for Aberrations
- Hyper-Sonic Motor for Quiet/Fast AF
- Close Focusing Distance of 11" (28cm)
- Weighs Only 19.9 oz (565 g)
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- Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Zoom Lens for Sigma DSLRs with APS-C Sensors
- Lens Hood
- Front and Rear Lens Caps
- Carrying Case
- Limited 1-Year North and South America Warranty Against Manufacturing and Workmanship Defects.
- Limited 3-Year U.S.A. Extended Warranty Extension Against Manufacturing and Workmanship Defects.