{"product_id":"sigma-18-50mm-f-2-8-dc-dn-contemporary-lens-fujifilm-x","title":"Sigma 18-50mm f\/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X)","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA remarkably compact constant-f\/2.8 zoom that covers the focal lengths most photographers use every day, without turning a Fujifilm camera into a bulky kit.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sigma 18-50mm f\/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras and gives Fujifilm X shooters an equivalent field of view of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e27-75mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. That range moves comfortably from wide environmental photographs and travel scenes through everyday documentary work and into short-telephoto portraits, making it an excellent one-lens solution for photographers who want to keep their setup simple. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real advantage is that Sigma manages to combine that useful range with a \u003cstrong\u003econstant f\/2.8 maximum aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e. You keep the same bright aperture from 18mm through 50mm, giving you more flexibility in lower light and greater control over depth of field than a typical variable-aperture kit zoom. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall Enough to Actually Carry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast zoom lenses are often large, but this one is unusually compact. The Fujifilm X-mount version measures just 76.8mm long and weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e285g\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a natural match for the portability of the X system. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes a real difference in everyday use. Mounted on a Fujifilm body, it is light enough for travel, street photography, family outings, hiking, and all-day shooting without giving up the convenience of a bright standard zoom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast, Quiet Autofocus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigma uses a stepping motor for autofocus, providing quick and quiet focusing for still photography and video. The X-mount version was specifically optimized for communication with Fujifilm cameras and supports AF-C as well as in-camera aberration correction on compatible bodies. The mount also incorporates a rubber seal for added protection against dust and moisture at the camera connection. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSurprisingly Good Up Close\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the lens's less obvious strengths is close focusing. At 18mm, it can focus as close as \u003cstrong\u003e12.1cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and reaches a maximum reproduction ratio of \u003cstrong\u003e1:2.8\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing surprisingly dramatic close-up photographs of food, flowers, details, small objects, and everyday subjects. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a dedicated macro lens, but it gives you considerably more close-up flexibility than you might expect from an everyday standard zoom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Looking Glass Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those lenses that makes a Fujifilm kit easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18-50mm range covers an enormous amount of everyday photography, but the constant f\/2.8 aperture is what separates it from the ordinary kit zoom. You can photograph indoors without immediately reaching for extremely high ISO settings, create more separation between your subject and background, and move from wide scenes to portraits without changing lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we especially like is that Sigma did not accomplish that by making the lens enormous. At only about 10 ounces, it preserves much of what makes an APS-C Fujifilm camera appealing in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone building a first Fujifilm system, replacing a slower kit zoom, traveling with one lens, or simply trying to keep a capable camera with them more often, the Sigma 18-50mm f\/2.8 is an unusually strong combination of \u003cstrong\u003esize, speed, versatility, and value\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for FUJIFILM X-mount APS-C cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18-50mm focal range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 27-75mm full-frame equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstant f\/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture stops down to f\/22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 groups \/ 13 elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 SLD element and 3 aspherical elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-blade rounded diaphragm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStepping-motor autofocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports AF-C on compatible Fujifilm cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports in-camera aberration correction on compatible bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum focusing distance of 12.1cm at 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum magnification of 1:2.8 at the wide end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e55mm filter thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber-sealed lens mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 285g \/ 10.1 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 61.6mm × 76.8mm body \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigma 18-50mm f\/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for FUJIFILM X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLH582-02 petal lens hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLCF-55 III front lens cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLCR II rear lens cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sigma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53014216933696,"sku":"585975","price":659.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/6218\/8352\/files\/Sigma18-50mmf_2.8DCDNContemporaryLens_FUJIFILMX_1.jpg?v=1786478966","url":"https:\/\/www.lookingglassphoto.com\/products\/sigma-18-50mm-f-2-8-dc-dn-contemporary-lens-fujifilm-x","provider":"Looking Glass Photographic Outfitters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}