Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM or Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC ?

[ekardo]

Thks for the compliments!

Im still a newbie to DSLR. To be frank.. most of my entire shots got like more then 60% was discarded duel to either image not nicely captured, OOF, too bright or too dark. I still have a lot to learn to master the technique and skill... is going to be a long long way for me.

Gd that u r still in Japan, is a vry nice place to shot... Colorful scenery.

yes, but it's a working trip, cum looking after my new born trip..so stuck in the neighbourhood for this whole month, plus, I am also studying for a major exam...

too much distraction here though, online shopping etc...ended up also busy with headphones and lenses...

 

[kikiaw]

Oh that is vry cheap. Best is come with warranty.

FYI, i've just got the quotation for the sigma 18-250 in Taipei. It's around NT$17,300 which is about $800+ and MS color quote me $975 earlier.

 

[tc811]

Normally i'll ask for international warranty.

 

[ekardo]

got contacts for cheap camera shop in Taipei? can send me?

 

[tc811]

I normally went to this shop at 台北市汉口街一段73号. Shop name is ING映象专业摄影器材. You can look for Steven, quite a friendly guy. Their no. is (02)23122028.

 

[aungzawwin]

i wish the Sigma or Tamron made the lens with f5.6 instead of f6.3 at their long ends..
the hunt/undecisive focussing sometimes occur on my D90..since the camera AF system fully supports lenses with aperture <f5.6
so..what's the vote now? Sigma 18-250 or Tamron 18-270?
i'd rather wait for more reviews on the new Sigma :think:

 

[ekardo]

had a sunny day today finally, and also, need more experiment and reading..
my 2nd attempt with 18-200 is better...finally pictures are sharp..was so worried that my lense have focusing problem or OS not working...phew.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/lilluminatil/

 

[aungzawwin]

hi,
it seems the sigma did very well.
let me share some of my test shots with Tamron 18-270. here are mostly indoor and some lowlight(evenings, early nighttime..etc) shots at different FL.

 

[aungzawwin]

more shots indoor..

the fish was inside its tank, swimming..in a restaurant which was not well lit..

orchid emporium..

 

[aungzawwin]

this test shot was taken from a car running at about 100km/hr..D90 & 18-270 snapped it quite well..

a little girl coming back from school..sky was overcast..WB is not good but it's at 270mm..

a butterfly..also at 270mm

 

[ekardo]

impressive..are you having holiday in Bkk or what?

would be best to provide exif info..

till now, I have not seen a butterfly that will stay still for me to take photos....haha..need to camp and wait?

 

[kikiaw]

Waa all vry nice! Thks for sharing! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Hey, I started a thread for this Sigma 18-250mm lens, lets share it there.

http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=532198

 

[supercool]

a little girl coming back from school..sky was overcast..WB is not good but it's at 270mm..

I'd like to recommand you to enter Steve McCurry photo contest at ACM with this photo.:thumbsup:

 

[aungzawwin]

I'd like to recommand you to enter Steve McCurry photo contest at ACM with this photo.:thumbsup:

hi,
thanks for ur encouragement
in future events perhaps..

 

[twinrongs]

Here's a new review on Sigma 18-250mm. Interesting comparison to Tamron 18-270, Canon 18-200 and Nikon 18-200 at the end of the review. Do click on the "Blur Index" on the right and compare with the Index from various lenses.

I was initially very tempted by the HSM on Sigma 18-250. But based on this review, I will probably stick to my Canon 18-200 for better sharpness @ f/5.6-8.0 throughout the whole 18-200mm range as noted by the Canon 18-200 review "Still, the central portion of the frame is remarkably sharp, around 1.5 blur units at pretty much any combination of focal length and aperture. Stopped down to &#402;/5.6-&#402;/8, and the corners become much sharper".

 

[ahboy168]

ekardo, you have very nice photos. :thumbsup:

Here are some photos taken during my weekend visit to Zoo n Bird Park.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/34082051@N08/

hi bro, did you do any post-processing on the images ?

 

[kikiaw]

hi bro, did you do any post-processing on the images ?

Nope, have to show original ma... but was best selected. Till now, Im still playing with the setting. :sweat:

 

[ahboy168]

Rented canon 18-200 for a day.
In low light or white wall, it will hunt.
If u point downward, len will extend down.
Slow len. Most time, u are likely to shoot in f/5.6 with little zoom.
Len should be 18-175mm, not 200mm.

Bascially, no major complaint as i have expect those above.

The only thing i can't really accept is the so so image quality.
It is just like a 18-55 kit len but with extra zoom.
Probably, the 18-55 have even better IQ than the 18-200mm ...

My next problem is where to rent for tamron & sigma...
They may be worst or better

Best review is still by trying out yourself !!

 

[twinrongs]

Rented canon 18-200 for a day.
In low light or white wall, it will hunt.
If u point downward, len will extend down.
Slow len. Most time, u are likely to shoot in f/5.6 with little zoom.
Len should be 18-175mm, not 200mm.

Bascially, no major complaint as i have expect those above.

The only thing i can't really accept is the so so image quality.
It is just like a 18-55 kit len but with extra zoom.
Probably, the 18-55 have even better IQ than the 18-200mm ...

My next problem is where to rent for tamron & sigma...
They may be worst or better

Best review is still by trying out yourself !!

Indeed, the best way to decide which lens suits you the most is to rent and try out

According to all the reviews I've read, 18-55 IQ might be better, but the 18-200 has better build quality and most importantly 55mm to 200mm without changing lens. If you are not adverse to changing lens, especially outdoor, you should really consider 18-55 + 55-250 combo for better IQ and reach. But superzoom should give you more photo opportunities.

 

[aungzawwin]

Rented canon 18-200 for a day.
....
The only thing i can't really accept is the so so image quality.
It is just like a 18-55 kit len but with extra zoom.
Probably, the 18-55 have even better IQ than the 18-200mm ...

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since you are using 17-55 IS, it's normal that you won't satisfy with the IQ of any of these zooms
versatility/convenience is the main reason to get them..
i took my 40D, 17-55 & 70-200L during my holiday but i ended up using the Tammy 18-270 almost all the time :lovegrin:
carrying several lenses when i want to go light is quite a burden..

the shots <100mm, unless you are using a magnifying glass and intentionally looking for flaws, it's rather hard to distinguish among the normal 4x6 or 5x7 prints..which pics come from which lens..
but in tele range..the 70-200 shines..both contrast & sharpness..