Does it have image stabilization?

No. The lens has no optical stabilization, so steady handheld shots depend on the camera body's in-body stabilization.

Is there an aperture ring?

No. Aperture is set from the camera body, which some Fujifilm shooters find less direct than a ring.

How close can it focus?

The minimum focusing distance is 4.8 inches, which allows close-up shots of flowers, food and details.

What is the full-frame equivalent range?

On APS-C it covers 27-75mm in full-frame terms, a standard zoom from moderate wide angle to short telephoto.

Is it weather sealed?

The barrel has a dust- and splash-proof design, though it should still be paired with a sealed body for full protection.

What comes in the box?

The lens, front and rear caps, the LH582-02 lens hood and a limited one-year warranty.

What do buyers say about the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for FUJIFILM X?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 38 ratings.

Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for FUJIFILM X

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What reviewers say

4.6 / 538 ratings

Owners rate it highly as a compact, bright walkaround zoom that punches above its size. Most praise the constant aperture, light weight and sharpness, while noting the missing aperture ring and reliance on in-body stabilization.

What people mention

Size and weightPraisedOwners say it is small and light enough to stay on the camera all day.
AperturePraisedThe constant f/2.8 through the zoom is the main reason people buy it.
SharpnessPraisedReviewers find it sharp in the center and good across the frame stopped down.
Aperture ringCriticisedFujifilm shooters miss a physical aperture ring and must set aperture on the body.
StabilizationMixedIt has no optical stabilization, so handheld low-light work depends on the camera's IBIS.
Corners wide openCriticisedSome owners see soft corners and vignetting at f/2.8.

About the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for FUJIFILM X

The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is a standard zoom lens for APS-C FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras. It covers a 35mm equivalent range of 27-75mm and keeps a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range. It suits landscapes, portraits, street photography, architecture, events and video.

The optical design uses three glass-molded aspherical elements to help limit distortion and spherical aberrations. A Special Low Dispersion element reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing. Super Multi-Layer Coating minimizes flare and ghosting, and in-camera aberration correction further reduces distortion and vignetting.

A stepping motor drives the autofocus, which is fast and nearly silent for video and moving subjects. The minimum focusing distance is 4.8", with a maximum magnification of 1:2.8 for close-up work. A rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to the bokeh quality. The lens has a dust- and splash-proof design.

Mount

FUJIFILM X

Format

APS-C

Focal length

18-50mm (27-75mm 35mm equivalent)

Aperture

Constant f/2.8 maximum, f/2.8 to f/22 range

Min. focus

4.8"

Magnification

1:2.8 maximum