Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM

The Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM lens is now available for Nikon SLR cameras. After a slight delay due to the launch of the Nikon D40x, Sigma’s 18-200mm lens now features the HSM motor at no extra charge, plus Sigma’s own unique OS (Optical Stabiliser) function. The new Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM lens is priced at £439.99.

Sigma Press Release

29th August 2007

18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM for Nikon

Due to the unexpected launch of the Nikon D40 and D40x, there has been a slight delay to the release of the Nikon fit, Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS. This delay was due to a re-design of the AF motor, but we are now pleased to announce the availability of the new 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS in Nikon mount which now includes Sigma’s HSM motor at no extra charge, making it fully compatible with the Nikon D40 and D40x cameras.

A full list of D40 and D40x compatible Sigma lenses can be found at http://www.sigma-imaging-uk.com.

This high zoom ratio lens is exclusively designed for digital SLR cameras and is capable of covering a wide range of focal lengths from wide angle to telephoto. It is equipped with Sigma’s own unique OS (Optical Stabiliser) function. This function uses two sensors inside the lens to detect vertical and horizontal movement of the camera and works by moving an optical image stabilizing lens group, to effectively compensate for camera shake.  It automatically detects movement of the camera and compensates for camera shake when shooting moving subject such as motor sports.

Two SLD （Special Low Dispersion）glass elements and three aspherical lenses provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations. The super multi-layer lens coating reduces flare and ghosting. This lens provides superior image quality throughout the entire zoom range. 

An inner focusing system eliminates front lens rotation, making the lens particularly suitable for using circular polarising filters and the petal-type lens hood supplied.

THE SPECIFICATIONS
Focal Length :18-200mm
Minimum Aperture :F22
Lens Construction :18 Elements in 13 Groups
Angle of View :69.3°-7.1°
Number of Diaphragm Blades :7pcs
Minimum Focusing Distance :45cm
Maximum Magnification :1:3.9
Filter Size :72mm
Lens Hood :Fixed Petal-type
Dimensions :Diameter 79mm (3.1”) x Length 100mm (3.9”)
Weight :610gr/21.7 oz
SRP :£439.99

Available for Nikon AF-D

For further information, please contact:

Sigma Imaging (UK) Ltd
13 Little Mundells
Welwyn Garden City
Herts
AL7 1EW

Tel: 01707 329 999
Email:
Website: http://www.sigma-imaging-uk.com

Published: Saturday, September 01, 2007

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