Testseek.com have collected 37 expert reviews of the Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM and the average rating is 54%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM.
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37 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Constant aperture of f/2.8, Smooth zooming action, Delivers excellent results
Manual focus ring is fiddly, All-plastic outer construction, Resolution tails off above f/11
In use the Sigma 17-50mm clearly distinguishes itself as a professional-grade lens in terms of both performance and image quality. It's an especially easy-to-use lens too – the zoom ring falls within near perfect reach of the thumb and middle finger, with...
Abstract: At a glance, the Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM appears to offer most of the same advantages as its Canon and Nikon APS-C format f/2.8 counterparts, but at less than half the price. It features optical stabilization as well as having an aperture rating...
Published: 2016-12-15, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: In part 2 of our review of the best lenses for the Nikon D3400, we're looking at the performance of zoom lenses. More versatile than a fixed focal length prime lens, zoom lenses are often preferred by entry-level DSLR shooters, thanks to the convenience o...
Published: 2016-11-14, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: In part 2 of our “best lenses for the Nikon D500” review, we look at some of the highest-scoring DX-format zoom lenses. There are many more DX zoom lenses available for the D500 compared to primes. Zooms are a more popular lens choice for many APS-C shoot...
Published: 2015-10-01, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
We've tested 21 different prime lenses, featuring “fast” f/2.8 or f/4 apertures, and wide-angle through to short telephoto focal lengths. There's a big range of scores on display, from a high of 25 points to a low of just 12 points, showing the importance...
Published: 2014-06-24, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: With a full-frame 18-Mpix CMOS sensor and twin Digic 5+ processers that's capable of continuous bursts of up 12 fps – the fastest of any professional DSLR currently - the Canon EOS-1 Dx is the firm's flagship press camera. We've assessed it with over 100...
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Published: 2014-06-04, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: This is the second and final part of our comprehensive lens recommendations for the new entry-level Canon EOS Rebel T5 / 1200D. This time we've assessed zoom lenses from both the Canon and third party makers to see how well they perform on the camera, and...
Published: 2014-04-11, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've tested the new 24-Mpix Nikon D3300 with more than 140 Nikkor and third-party prime and zoom models to assess image quality. Read onto find out which of these lenses have the best image quality when paired with the new camera.Like rivals Nikon's cons...
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Published: 2014-01-30, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Although the Pentax K-5 II and K-5 IIs have now been replaced by the Pentax K-3, we've analyzed the two models with a range of lenses from both Pentax and third-party makers and thought the results would be of interest to our readers. The information is a...
