Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC Review

With two 10-20mm lenses already within the Sigma stable, how exactly does this superwide offering fit into the line-up?

Product Overview

Overall rating:

89%

Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC

Overall score:89%
Image Quality:90%
Performance:90%
Value:85%
Design:95%
Features:85%

Pros:

  • Excellent 8mm performance

Cons:

  • Weaker 16mm performance

Product:

Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£630.00

Sample images

Verdict

This lens doesn't really sparkle in the same way as Sigma's 10-20mm f/3.5. If the last 2mm aren't crucial, the fixed-aperture zoom is probably the better bet, but at least the 8-16mm lens is there if you need it.

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Minimum Aperture:f/22-29
Lens Mount:Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sigma, Sony Alpha
Filter Thread:72mm
Image Stabilisation:No
Focus Method:AF/MF, MF
AF Motor Type:Hyper Sonic Motor
Maximum Magnification:1:7.8
Minimum Focus:24cm
Number of Diaphragm Blades:7
Lens Construction:15 elements in 11 groups
Maximum Aperture:f/4.5-f/5.6
Weight:545g
Diagonal Angle of View:114.5-75.7°
35mm Equivalent Focal Length:12-24mm
Dimensions:75x106mm
Focal Length:8-16mm
Maximum Format Size:APS-C
Date Introduced:2010
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Sample images
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