Sigma has introduced a game-changer in the world of photography with the launch of the Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN lens, which holds the distinction of being the smallest and lightest f/2.8 zoom lens designed for APS-C cameras. This lens is available in three versions at launch: Sony, Fujifilm, and L-mount (compatible with Sigma, Panasonic, and Leica cameras). Its compact design, weighing a mere 9.2 ounces (260 grams) and measuring just 2.8 inches (72.2mm) in length, positions it as an excellent choice for Sony A6700, Sony FX30, and Fujifilm X-series cameras like the X-T5.
One of the most noteworthy features of the Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 is its ability to offer an extra stop of light compared to Sony’s 10-18mm F4 lens while maintaining a similar size. This lens boasts the widest-angle perspective for Sigma’s APS-C lenses, providing a full-frame equivalent focal length of 15-27mm. This versatile range is ideal for various applications, especially for 16:9 video with its top and bottom crop of the frame, making it a must-have for landscape photographers.
The Sigma 10-18mm lens pairs beautifully with the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN lens, covering an equivalent 15-75mm focal length with a constant f/2.8 aperture, all while maintaining a combined weight of just 550 grams. The value of these lenses becomes apparent when compared to their full-frame counterparts, which tend to be larger and heavier. This showcases the advantages of the APS-C format.
Even more impressive is the affordable $600 / £600 list price of the Sigma 10-18mm lens, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious photographers. Despite its reasonable price, the lens doesn’t compromise on build quality, featuring dust and splash resistance with a rubber seal to prevent water and dust ingress. Sigma assures users of ultra-sharp optics, including a unique aspherical element that contributes to the lens’s compact size. It also includes a newly designed ‘push-on’ petal-type hood. With a minimum focus distance of 11.6cm, this lens offers a maximum 1:4 magnification, making it versatile for close-up photography.
When you add the two f/2.8 zoom lenses to Sigma’s lineup of f/1.4 prime lenses (16mm, 23mm, 30mm, and 56mm), it becomes evident that Sigma is committed to delivering high-quality optics for APS-C cameras. The Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN could potentially become one of the best lenses for Sony APS-C cameras and a standout product in Sigma’s catalog.
