Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens for Select Nikon DSLRs
Model: 203306
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Physical
Dimensions (dxl) | Approx. 3.0 x 4.2" (7.62 x 10.67 cm) |
Weight | 1.22 lb (555 g) |
Filter thread | None |
Performance
Aperture | Maximum: f/4.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 |
Maximum reproduction ratio | 1:7.8 |
Camera mount type | Nikon F |
Groups/elements | 11/15 |
Diaphragm blades | 7 |
Magnification | 0.12x |
Angle of view | 114.5° - 75.7° |
Focal length | 8 - 16 mm |
Format compatibility | Nikon DX FX in DX Crop Mode |
Minimum focus distance | 9.4" (23.88 cm) |
Features
Tripod collar | No |
Image stabilization | No |
Autofocus | Yes |
The Sigma 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DS HSM is one of the widest zoom lenses available for APS-C camera systems. It's not the sharpest or fastest optic in the world, but will satisfy the needs of shooters who are seeking a uniquely wide perspective.
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Very, very wide. One-of-a-kind lens.
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Extreme distortion on the wide end. Relatively slow aperture. Softer at wide angles.
With two 10-20mm lenses already within the Sigma stable, how exactly does this superwide offering fit into the line-up?
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Excellent 8mm performance
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Weaker 16mm performance
The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM Lens delivers very good image quality, has solid build quality, has fast and quiet HSM AF and has a reasonable price. But perhaps the most exceptional Sigma 8-16 feature is the ultra wide angle range of focal length range available - including the widest focal...
Gary Wolstenholme takes a look at this unique lens, which is currently the widest rectilinear lens available for APS-C sensor cameras.
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Outstanding sharpness in the centre, Excellent build, Unique wide angle field of view for APS-C cameras, Compact dimensions, Silent focusing, Low distortion
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CA towards edges of the frame at 8mm, Falloff at 8mm, No way to attach filters
This is an in-depth review of the Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-f/5.6 DC HSM lens; the model tested had the Pentax-K mount.
Optimized to work where you'll probably be using it, there's not much more to say here that the review doesn't cover. If you need ultra, ultra-wide, you won't go wrong with the Sigma 8-16mm, and at present, there's not a whole lot else to choose from.
With mounts for Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sigma and Sony, the Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM is the widest APS-C optic on the market... It offers a full-frame equivalent focal length of 12-24mm and has a variable maximum aperture of f/4.5-5.6.
The Sigma AF 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM may be the new star in this lens segment. It's very sharp across the whole range straight from the max. aperture. Lateral CAs are also very well controlled. That's quite an achievement for such an extreme ultra-wide angle zoom lens.
A unique wide angle lens for APS-C cameras providing a rectilinear field of view equivalent to that of a 12-24mm lens on a 35mm camera.
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Outstanding sharpness in the centre, Excellent build, Unique wide angle field of view for APS-C cameras, Compact dimensions, Silent focusing, Low distortion
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CA towards edges of the frame at 8mm, Falloff at 8mm, No way to attach filters
Announced at PMA 2010 in February, the new Sigma AF 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM lens is designed specifically for DSLR cameras with APS-C size image sensors and boasts the widest angle of view of its type.
Bought this for my D500 so I would have the same width as the 14-24mm on full frame. Skeptical it would match up with the big Nikon. But it does. Excellent clarity, sharpness, and contrast and very little distortion. Some barrel distortion in tight quarters, but correctible.
I was dithering for months over this. I already had the lovely 10-20mm f/4 - 5.6 but quite honestly, it sat in my camera bag or worse, stayed home, when out shooting and you know something? I didn't realise why.
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Classy modern look Breathtaking Imagery Sharp as a box of razor blades Not too heavy Refreshes your enthusiasm for shooting wide
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Currently a bit expensive in the UK (March 2017) Takes time to learn HOW to use it best Restricted zoom range but 8mm is where it's at here!
Owning a Olympus E5 I have always wanted the Zuiko 7-14mm but the price was just to high. I have recently moved to Sony and picked up this lens for less than half the cost of the 7-14mm. With the crop factor it is actually 2mm wider than the Zuiko. The Sigma is a well made lens.
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Build quality, Sharp, nice smooth focus ring, price
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Can't use an ND grad, Can flare easily
Awesome lens for dx body. Ends up being a12-24 being dx lens
- For APS-C Format Digital SLR Cameras
- Equiv. to Aproxx. 12-24mm in 35mm Format
- 75.5-114° Angle of View
- 9.4" (24cm) Minimum Focus Distance
- Well Corrected for Distortions
- FLD Elements Correct Color Aberrations
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- Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens for Select Nikon DSLRs
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