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Tamron AF 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro vs Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC

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Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD

SuperZoom | Pentax KAF

Tamron AF 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro
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Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC

SuperZoom | Pentax KAF

Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC
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Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD vs Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD and Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC, two SuperZoom lenses from Tamron and Sigma. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 18-200mm focal range and a max aperture of F3.5 - F6.3 so they are very comparable in this regard.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD Key Specs

  • 18-200mm Focal Range
  • F3.5 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • Weight: 398g.
  • Diameter: 74mm
  • Length: 84mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.45m
  • Max Magnification:0.27x

Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC Key Specs

  • 18-200mm Focal Range
  • F3.5 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • Weight: 405g.
  • Diameter: 70mm
  • Length: 78mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.45m
  • Max Magnification:0.23x

What type of photography are the Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD and Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD and the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC
Bird/WildlifeAverageAverage
SportsGoodGood
PortraitGoodGood
TravelExcellentExcellent
StreetGoodGood
WeddingGoodGood
Walk AroundVery GoodVery Good
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeGoodGood
MacroAverageFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD is the longer of the two lenses at 84mm. The Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC with a length of 78mm is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD also has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC's 70mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD weighs 398g, which means it is 7g (1%) lighter than the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC which has a weight of 405g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'SuperZoom Lenses in Pentax KAF Mount for size comparison purposes.

SuperZoom Lenses in Pentax KAF Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Pentax smc DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM Lens Pentax 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM
89mm
76mm 453g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF Macro Lens Tamron AF 28-300mm f3.5-6.3 XR LD
84mm
73mm 420g Amazon B&H Photo
Pentax smc DA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 Lens Pentax 18-250mm F3.5-6.3
86mm
75mm 455g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 28-200mm F3.8-5.6 XR Di Aspherical IF Macro Lens Tamron AF 28-200mm f3.8-5.6 XR
75mm
71mm 354g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro Lens Tamron AF 18-250mm f3.5-6.3 II LD
84mm
74mm 430g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD and Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC has the same Pentax KAF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Pentax KAF lenses are Pentax KF, Pentax K-3 III and Pentax KP.

Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (DX) and Sony Alpha 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.

Reasons to choose Tamron AF 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro over Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC

Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 398g vs 405g 7g lighter
Max Magnification 0.27x vs 0.23x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC over Tamron AF 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro

Diameter 70mm vs 74mm 4mm smaller in diameter
Length 78mm vs 84mm 6mm shorter

Common Strengths of Tamron AF 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro and Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Tamron AF 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical IF Macro and Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming
Weather Sealing No vs No not safe under rain and dust



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Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD vs Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Sigma
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type SuperZoom SuperZoom
Lens Mount Pentax KAF Pentax KAF
Max Format APS-C / DX APS-C / DX
Focal Range 18-200mm 18-200mm
Image Stabilization No No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom - -
Zoom Lock - Yes
Zoom Ratio 11.1X 11.1X
Aperture
Max Aperture F3.5 - F6.3 F3.5 - F6.3
Min Aperture F22.0 F22.0 - F40.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 7 7
Optics
Optical Elements 15 15
Optical Groups 13 13
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.45m 0.45m
Max Magnification 0.27X 0.23X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor Micromotor
Full Time Manual No No
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown no
Physical Specs
Weight 398g 405g
Diameter 74mm 70mm
Length 84mm 78mm
Materials Unknown metal mount
Weather Sealing Unknown No
Filter Thread 62mm 62mm
Filter Notes - Does not rotate on focusing
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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