The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C and the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C is the longer of the two lenses at 86mm. The Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC with a length of 78mm, is 8mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C also has a larger diameter of 71mm compared to the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC's 70mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC weighs 405g, 5% (25g) lighter than the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C's weight of 430g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C and the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC have the same Filter thread size of 62mm.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C has the Pentax KAF3 lens mount whereas the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC has the Pentax KAF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are , and for the Pentax KAF3 Mount and Pentax K-3 III Mono, Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF Mount.
Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C is also available in the Canon EF , Nikon F (DX), Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (DX), Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
18-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.5 - F6.3.
