Used Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF

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2025-08-01T15:07:04

Rated 5 out of 5

daily driver I love it

I love this lense, great daily driver + huge upgrade from the kit lens on my Sony A6000!

Samantha L.

2024-12-22T08:35:41

Rated 4 out of 5

Good lens

Nice addition to the a6000 lens arsenal. Have been looking for a light weight lens in the 18-50 to 70mm range that was built for the small sensor, at a decent price point. Only thing missing is VC/OSS.

EDWARD O.

2024-12-17T02:50:27

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent lense!

If you're looking a daily shooter/most scenarios kind of lenses this is an amazing one. The pictures quality is fantastic. The autofocus is silent when it comes to video. Maybe not the fastest compared to the Sony version but then again you can buy two lenses and complete your set for the price of one Sony lens. For me It's worth the compromise. The build quality is very good, it doesn't feel cheaply made. It's made in Japan. And it has the perfect weight for a do-it-all lens. It's always on my camera.

ALDI G.

2024-10-02T18:34:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Loving this lens.

This is the perfect lens for me. I was surprised by the small form factor. It is perfect for the canon R7. It's the perfect form factor. Light, sharp and at 18 to 50 it can cover a number of shooting situation. At 2.8, it is great at low light and, fast on the focus. Get this lens! It's a absolute game changer.

EVERETT H.

2024-09-23T06:26:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Returning to Photography - Versatile Lens

I haven't been into photography for over a decade, but started traveling again lately and wanted better shots than I could get on my phone. I ended up going with a Sony A6400 and this Sigma 18-50 lens. I was looking for something versatile to be my primary travel lens and this 100% fits the bill. I haven't shot much with it yet, but so far its been great! The F2.8 provides decent bokeh for portraits, and the autofocus has been quick and quiet.

DAVID W.

2024-06-19T09:46:28

Rated 4 out of 5

Good lens, especially for the price!

Lens works great in a variety of situations!

JARED C.

2024-01-26T08:26:26

Rated 4 out of 5

Great travel lens

I would recommend this lens for anyone who is looking for a small compact zoom lens for traveling or everyday carry without adding too much bulk. If you own all fujifilm zoom lenses in the past you might take a minute to get used to the fact that the zoom on this lens is opposite from all other lenses you own.

Jonathan H.

2023-10-10T09:45:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Main Lens

a sharp light weight lens with good indoor capability. It will become my main lens of choice because it provides high quality output and the ability to roughly frame almost any photo.

ROSS G.

2023-10-04T15:10:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little lens.

This is a great little lens. I own the Sony 16-55 f/2.8 g but I bought this lens for when I want to travel light.

Gary G.

2023-10-03T03:02:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Like a prime

Light weight Small footprint zoom Very sharp. Compares well to Sony 1. 8 fixed prime lens.

ROSS G.

2023-09-19T13:20:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp

Extremely clear image quality. Great lens for the price.

JAY P.

2023-04-04T10:30:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Favorite lens

The item arrived on time & was really fast. Procing was fair. This product is very versatile considering it's a zoom lens with good focal length. I use it all the time

YUJI S.

2022-12-14T07:47:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent travel lens!

The video reviews are spot on with this lens. It's lightweight, compact and exceptionally sharp compared to the Fujifilm 18-55mm f2.8-4 kit lens. Having the zoom ring turn the other way is distracting at first but you get used to it. I have this mounted on my X-S10 and is honestly a great travel combo. This would fit this body more since you have the SLR-like controls.

RAYMOND T.

2022-10-26T09:06:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Action Lens for Sony APS-C

Great lens, great focal length. Used it at the at the 5 km Cross Country Championship in Boulder last weekend. Perfect to get into the action, but wide enough for personal shots as well.

DAVID S.

2022-10-25T19:07:50

Rated 5 out of 5

A6400 lens

Great lems paired with a a6400

JOSE A.

2022-10-22T04:35:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Tiny, sharp, great for Sony apsc.

Love this lens on my Sony A6600. Tiny, sharp, great for walking around.

Scott P.

2022-02-26T04:45:40

Rated 4 out of 5

Buen producto

Buen producto, si tuviera estabilizador sería excelente

VE-1279409 M.

2022-01-25T11:29:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Great versatile lens.

I love this lens it was everything I wanted. Can't recommend it enough.

ANTHONY B.

2022-01-11T09:28:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing for the price

Amazing budget friendly lens. Recently picked up an a6400 and this lens is just a killer combo with it. The sharpness on it is amazing and I can somewhat do some macro photography as well. Super versatile and amazing for the price. Highly recommend if your looking for a low price-high quality lens.

BRODY C.

2022-01-10T05:45:11

Rated 5 out of 5

The Best Budget Friendly Standard Zoom for A6xxx

An amazing all around lens. Almost the perfect APS-C lens for your E-mount camera. Image quality is great & F/2.8 is very useful on a zoom lens. And at such a great price. A few compromises for sure, 18 mm isn't wide enough for some people and some shots that even I want. With my A6600 the lack of stabilization isn?t a huge issue. But if you have a 6100/6400 this may be a bit of an issue, especially with video. But the benefits are a compact, light weight lens that is very affordable with excellent image quality.

BRAYDEN P.

2021-11-08T04:55:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Small, sharp, and well made.

I bought this lens for the small size and large aperture (for a zoom). It balances perfectly on my A6600 and is easy to carry. The lens is sharper than I expected with the only compromise being distortion, a good trade off. I prefer 28mm equiv to 24mm equiv so that was a non-issue for me. The lens feels solid and well built. I've already made pictures I'm quite happy with.

SHAWN D.

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Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Specifications

  • Mount

    Canon RF

  • Lens Construction

    13 elements in 10 groups
    FLD Glass: 0
    ELD Glass: 0
    SLD Glass: 1
    Aspherical Elements: 3

  • Angle of View

    73.4 Degree -30.0 Degree

  • Number of Diaphragm Blades

    7

  • Rounded Diaphragm

    Yes

  • Maximum Aperture

    F2.8

  • Minimum Aperture

    F22

  • Lens Format

    APS-C

  • Minimum Focusing Distance

    4.8 - 11.9" (12.1 - 30cm) (W - T)

  • Maximum Magnification Ratio

    1:2.8 (W) - 1:5 (T)

  • Filter Size

    55mm

  • Dimensions (Dia. x L)

    2.7 x 2.9" (69.2 x 74.5mm)

  • Weight

    10.6 oz (300g)

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About Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF

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The Best Budget Friendly Standard Zoom for A6xxx

By BRAYDEN P.

An amazing all around lens. Almost the perfect APS-C lens for your E-mount camera. Image quality is great & F/2.8 is very useful on a zoom lens. And at such a great price. A few compromises for sure, 18 mm isn't wide enough for some people and some shots that even I want. With my A6600 the lack of stabilization isn?t a huge issue. But if you have a 6100/6400 this may be a bit of an issue, especially with video. But the benefits are a compact, light weight lens that is very affordable with e...

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Favorite lens

By YUJI S.

The item arrived on time & was really fast. Procing was fair. This product is very versatile considering it's a zoom lens with good focal length. I use it all the time

A large F2.8 aperture zoom lens that need never leave your camera.

This exceptionally light, bright, and sharp standard zoom for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras is the ultimate workhorse lens.
SIGMA's first APS-C size mirrorless dedicated zoom lens, the SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary, will now be available for the Canon RF Mount. This addition allows users to enjoy high-performance, and high-quality SIGMA zoom lenses in native mount on their Canon RF Mount system.

Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF

The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens weighs 290g and measures less than 3 inches in length. This lens makes for a great travel companion for your APS-C mirrorless cameras. Take it anywhere and everywhere without the bulk and weight of traditional lenses.

Go Beyond Kit Lenses

Experience the upgrade to special lenses from standard kit lenses! The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN lens offers outstanding optical performance with a constant f/2.8 constant aperture unlike typical kit lenses, providing better low-light performance. And – there's more: more creative control over depth of field!

Versatility at its Best: Wide to Mid-Tele

With a full-frame equivalent focal range of 27-75mm, this Sigma lens provides versatility in multiple levels. This versatile zoom range allows an effortless switch between different photo types, letting you capture every moment with precision and clarity.

AF drive and communication speed optimization

Silent and Smooth

A quiet stepping motor makes the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens great for both photo and video. With it, photographers and videographers like you enjoy a fast, smooth, and silent autofocus that makes sure you never miss a moment (or shot!).

Believe in Macro Magic

Its 18mm end has a macro capability of 1:2.8. So, you can get up close and personal with your subjects! Every close-up shot will be blessed with incredible detail and sharpness.

Large F2.8 aperture

A Creator’s Best Friend

Thanks to its compact size and lightweight body, the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens is ideal for use with gimbals and other stabilizing equipment. Vloggers, filmmakers, or content creators, this lens is the one for you.

Available for Multiple Mounts

No need to worry about compatibility! The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens is available for the following mounts: Sony E-mount, L-Mount systems, Fujifilm X Mount, and the Canon RF Mount.

Compact and lightweight body

Discover the versatility and performance of the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF, a compact and lightweight powerhouse designed for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras. This high-performance lens is your ideal companion for a diverse range of photographic and videographic pursuits, including landscape, portrait, street photography, architecture, and event coverage. With a full-frame equivalent zoom range of 27-75mm, it offers exceptional flexibility to adapt to various shooting scenarios.

The Sigma 18-50mm lens excels in macro-style close-up photography, thanks to its maximum magnification of 1:2.8 and a minimum focusing distance of just 12.1cm, allowing you to capture intricate details with remarkable precision. Its large F2.8 aperture ensures superior low-light performance, enabling handheld shooting in dim conditions while providing a shallow depth-of-field for striking, high-contrast images.

Equipped with a stepping motor, this lens delivers fast and quiet autofocus, making it perfect for video shooting and capturing fast-moving subjects such as children and animals. Weighing less than 300g, the lens is exceptionally portable, making it an excellent choice as a first interchangeable lens or a convenient sub-lens for full-frame bodies.

Despite its compact size, the Sigma 18-50mm lens offers outstanding image quality, featuring three high-precision glass-molded aspherical elements and in-camera aberration correction to eliminate optical imperfections like distortion and vignetting. Constructed from Thermally Stable Composite (TSC), the lens barrel is robust and ensures stable performance across varying temperatures. Its dust and splash-resistant design makes it durable enough to withstand frequent, heavy use.

This lens supports a wide range of shooting situations, from handheld and gimbal shooting to one-man operation video shooting and vlogging. Its fast, near-silent autofocus is ideal for quiet environments and fast-paced action. The inclusion of SIGMA's Super Multi-Layer Coating effectively suppresses flare and ghosting, ensuring images with outstanding contrast. Additionally, the lens supports in-camera corrections for peripheral illumination, chromatic aberrations, and distortion, further enhancing image quality.

In summary, the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF is a compact, lightweight, and high-performance lens that delivers versatility, superior image quality, and robust construction, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of photography and videography applications.

Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF Features

  • Smallest and lightest F2.8 standard zoom for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras
  • Versatile focal range and excellent optical performance make it a great choice for a wide variety of uses, including travel, daily shooting, food photography, landscapes, vlogging, etc
  • 3 high-precision glass-molded aspherical elements - coupled with the minimization of the total number of elements - provide superb optical quality without excessive weight
  • In-camera aberration correction further eliminates optical imperfections such as distortion and vignetting
  • Thermally Stable Composite (polycarbonate with thermal characteristics similar to aluminum) barrel construction, with slim internal metal parts, offer light weight and functional strength
  • 7 rounded aperture blades offer smooth background blur (bokeh)
  • Stepping motor provides swift, accurate and quiet autofocus for both still and video shooting
  • Measured from the sensor, it achieves a minimum focusing distance of 4.76" (12.1cm) and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.8 at the wide end
  • Working distance of just over an 2.7cm from the front element at 18mm
  • Includes a petal-type hood to reduce ghosts and flaring, while protecting the front lens element
  • High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount with dust and splash-resistant structure
  • Made in Japan