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 and the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C 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, which means it is 25g (5%) lighter than the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C which has a weight of 430g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the SuperZoom Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for size comparison purposes.
Superzoom Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC and the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C 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
Both the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC and the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C has the same Sony Alpha lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony Alpha lenses are Sony A68, Sony A77 II and Sony A58.
Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (DX), Pentax KAF and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (DX), Pentax KAF3 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.