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2025-12-04T08:30:50
When I heard about this lens I thought there was no way Sigma could put this much range into one lens and still keep the images sharp. Not in a 10x zoom. I thought this might make an acceptable travel lens and nothing more. But I was wrong. This lens far exceeded my expectations. My prior "go to" lens was the Sony 24-105 G which I've had for years and loved. So when I got this lens I did multiple comparisons, taking the exact same shots with the two lenses on my Sony A7Rv. To my surprise, the sharpness of the Sigma exceeded the Sony at every focal length. Even before correction in Lightroom, distortion between the two lenses was virtually identical and very acceptable. The Sigma does produce a slightly warmer tone to its images compared to the Sony, which I happen to like. For further comparison I borrowed a Sony 24-70 GM II lens and did the same tests in the limited focal range offered by the 24-70. As expected, the images taken with the GM were sharper but the difference was only noticeable at 100% magnification. If you're a pixel peeper or regularly print 6-foot images, you probably won't like this lens. But for me, at a cost two and a half times more than the Sigma, the GM is just not worth it. And compared to the 24-105, this lens is sharper, has more FOV on the wide end, and a lot longer reach at the tele end. This is more than a great travel lens. It's a great lens. Period.
THOMAS E.
Black
Sony E
Full-Frame
20-200mm
Autofocus
Maximum: f/3.5 to 6.3
Minimum: f/22 to 40
72mm
Minimum:
6.5" (16.5cm) at f=28mm
9.9" (25cm) (W) - 25.6" (65cm) (T)
No
94.5-12.3 Degree
18 elements in 14 groups (1 FLD, 3 SLD, 4 aspherical lens elements)
9 (rounded diaphragm)
1:2 at f=28-85mm
1.19 lbs (540g)
Dia. x L: 3.03 x 4.62" (77.2 x 117.5mm)
192223290778, 735163165098, 846431057448, 840014139958, 198983796659, 021331504401
Far Exceeded Expectations
By THOMAS E.
When I heard about this lens I thought there was no way Sigma could put this much range into one lens and still keep the images sharp. Not in a 10x zoom. I thought this might make an acceptable travel lens and nothing more. But I was wrong. This lens far exceeded my expectations. My prior "go to" lens was the Sony 24-105 G which I've had for years and loved. So when I got this lens I did multiple comparisons, taking the exact same shots with the two lenses on my Sony A7Rv. To my surprise, the...
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An all-rounder that empowers limitless creativity.
The world's first 10x zoom starting at an ultra-wide 20mm.
The Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG | Contemporary is the world's first high-power zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras that achieves both 20mm at the wide end and a 10x zoom ratio.
This versatile zoom lens covers everything from ultra-wide 20mm to telephoto 200mm, allowing photographers to capture subjects ranging from sweeping landscapes to fast-paced sports without being constrained by distance. Its flexibility makes it ideal for a wide variety of scenes, including close-ups with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2. With its broad expressive capabilities, the lens truly shines in travel photography and everyday snapshots.
The lens delivers a consistently comfortable shooting experience, with its thoroughly compact and lightweight design, as well as fast, accurate autofocus powered by a linear motor HLA (High-response Linear Actuator). The Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG | Contemporary is the ultimate all-in-one zoom lens, offering all photographers unprecedented freedom and creativity.
Zoom versatility meets expressive ultra-wide 20mm - in one lens.
The lens covers the ultra-wide angle of 20mm, which has been difficult to achieve with conventional high-power zoom lenses. Handling everything from majestic landscapes to sports, the lens perfectly captures both scenes unique to ultra-wide angles and applications that take advantage of its telephoto range. With a comprehensive zoom range of 20mm to 200mm, this ultimate all-in-one zoom lens delivers stunning details across a wide variety of shooting situations.
Maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 at the focal lengths of 28-85mm
The lens achieves a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 at the focal lengths from 28mm to 85mm, enabling photographers to enjoy a broad range of half-macro photography with different angles of view, from wide macro shots that boldly incorporate the background by moving closer to the subject, to medium telephoto macro shots that highlight the subject at a natural distance.
Thoroughly compact and lightweight design
This lens is the world's first to achieve a vast zoom range from ultra-wide 20mm to telephoto 200mm, while weighing only 550g and measuring just 115.5mm in length. The zoom ring diameter is a very slim 70.4mm, making it highly portable. Without worrying about size or weight, the lens provides extensive creative flexibility in any situation, from everyday snapshots to travel photography.
Optical and mechanical design realizing both compact size and high performance
Incorporating high-refractive-index glass materials reduces lens movement during zooming. This enables a simple internal structure and slim lens body. The optical design, which properly positions four double-sided aspherical lenses, one FLD glass, and three SLD glass elements, combined with an internal mechanism that maintains high precision in each zoom group, also delivers high performance across the entire zoom range.
HLA-driven high-speed AF
To help photographers capture even the most fleeting moments, the lens uses an HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) to achieve high-speed autofocus functionality with excellent drive accuracy.
Dust and splash-resistant structure and water and oil-repellent coating
In addition to a dust- and splash-resistant structure, the front element of the lens features a water- and oil-repellent coating, allowing photographers to shoot without concerns even in harsh outdoor environments.
Equipped with a zoom lock switch at the wide end
The lens features a zoom lock switch that can be fixed at the wide end to prevent the lens from extending unintentionally under its own weight. The lock can be released not only by the switch but also via zoom operation, allowing for flexible handling of even impromptu shooting.
Designed to minimize flare and ghosting
Flare and ghosting, which reduce image quality, are addressed under all conditions of incident light, based on the most advanced simulation technology. High backlight resistance enables clear and sharp images under any lighting conditions.
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