topic Re: Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM in EF & RF Lenses

Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

gafool — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 17:40:24 GMT

Hi. I wonder if this sigma lens (Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM) would fit on my 70D. Thanks!!!

Re: Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

jazzman1 — Sat, 27 Jun 2015 05:03:57 GMT

Yes, It's discontinued. You can find them online, or maybe used at some of the reputable Photo stores. If you get really lucky, you may find a new one, still on the shelf somewhere.

Re: Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

ebiggs1 — Sat, 27 Jun 2015 13:24:41 GMT

" If you get really lucky, ~~you may find a new one, still on the shelf somewhere~~."

If you really get lucky, you won't! This is a "kit" lens replacement, pass it by so you don't have to wind up buying and later selling or returning it.

Re: Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM

amfoto1 — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 23:46:26 GMT

Actually, the answer to your question is "maybe"... confirm with the seller.

The Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC HSM was made to fit a number of different mounts: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax and Sigma. "DC" indicates it's designed specifically for the so-called APS-C size crop sensor cameras made by all these manufacturers, which includes your Canon camera. "OS" indicates image stabilization, which likely wouldn't be offered for on a lens for Sony or Pentax, because those use a form of stabilization built into the camera, not the lens.

So, a Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM might be made for Canon or for Nikon. Be sure to clarify with the seller.

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