Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM Review
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The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM is a groundbreaking ultra wide angle lens that is a very capable and fun lens to use. While it has some limitations such as the maximum aperture and distortion at 8mm, it is a superb lens in the right hands.
The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM is a groundbreaking and very capable ultra wide angle lens. While it has some limitations, it is a superb lens in the right hands. It creates unique perspectives at 8mm, and the build quality is superb.
Pros
- Groundbreaking and very capable
- Superb build quality
- Very sharp optics
- Creates unique and interesting perspectives at 8mm
Cons
- Maximum aperture limitations
- Distortion at 8mm
- Bokeh quality not super smooth
The 16mm shots from this lens stand out and make your photography unique.
The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM is a groundbreaking and very capable ultra wide angle lens that stands out from the crowd. It is a fun lens to use and can create interesting perspectives at 8mm with a very wide field of view. The lens, however, has a limitation with a maximum aperture of f/4.5-5.6 as you zoom in, which may affect low light performance. The build quality is superb, the optics are very sharp, and the 16mm shots from this lens stand out and make your photography unique. The lens does have some distortion at 8mm and the bokeh quality is not super smooth but overall, it is a solid choice for wide angle enthusiasts and in the right hands, it can be seriously impressive.
The lens does have some distortion at 8mm and the bokeh quality is not super smooth.
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