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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 Macro OS HSM C

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

SuperZoom | Sony Alpha

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 OS HSM C

SuperZoom | Sony Alpha

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

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

We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the following section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.

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
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 398g.
  • Diameter: 74mm
  • Length: 84mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.45m
  • Max Magnification: 0.27x

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

  • 18-200mm Focal Range
  • F3.5 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 430g.
  • Diameter: 71mm
  • Length: 86mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.39m
  • Max Magnification: 0.33x
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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 OS HSM C 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 OS HSM C 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 OS HSM C
Bird/WildlifeAverageAverage
SportsGoodGood
PortraitGoodGood
TravelExcellentExcellent
StreetGoodGood
WeddingGoodGood
Walk AroundVery GoodVery Good
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeGoodGood
MacroAverageAverage


Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is an important deciding factor 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 Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD with a length of 84mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tamron AF 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 XR II LD has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM C's 71mm diameter.

The 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 32g (7%) 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
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sigma 18-300 F3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM Lens Sigma 18-300 F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM
102mm
79mm 585g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 16-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro Lens Tamron 16-300mm f3.5-6.3 II VC PZD
100mm
75mm 540g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony DT 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 Lens Sony DT 18-250mm F3.5-6.3
86mm
75mm 440g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM
219mm
104mm 1970g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM
86mm
76mm 398g 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
Sony DT 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Lens Sony DT 18-200mm F3.5-6.3
86mm
73mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Lens Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM
101mm
79mm 628g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

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

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

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 Macro OS HSM C

Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 398g vs 430g 32g lighter
Length 84mm vs 86mm 2mm shorter

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

Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Diameter 71mm vs 74mm 3mm smaller in diameter
Minimum Focus Distance 0.39m vs 0.45m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.33x vs 0.27x higher magnification better for close-up shots

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 Macro OS HSM C
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 Macro OS HSM C
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 OS HSM C Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tamron Sigma
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type SuperZoom SuperZoom
Lens Mount Sony Alpha Sony Alpha
Max Format APS-C / DX APS-C / DX
Focal Range 18-200mm 18-200mm
Image Stabilization No Yes
Colour Black -
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
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 7 7
Optics
Optical Elements 15 16
Optical Groups 13 13
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.45m 0.39m
Max Magnification 0.27X 0.33X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual No
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 398g 430g
Diameter 74mm 71mm
Length 84mm 86mm
Weather Sealing No No
Filter Thread 62mm 62mm
Hood Supplied Yes -
Tripod Collar No No
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