Sigma AF 55-200mm F4-5.6 HSM DC Lens
The Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC is a 55–200mm f/4 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC
Key Features — Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC
55–200mm Telephoto Zoom: Covers moderate telephoto through long reach, suitable for portraits, wildlife, and travel photography on APS-C cameras.
APS-C Format Design: Engineered specifically for APS-C sensors, equivalent to roughly 82–300mm in full-frame terms depending on crop factor.
f/4–5.6 Variable Aperture: Opens at f/4 at the wide end and f/5.6 at 200mm, a standard variable aperture profile for this class of telephoto zoom.
HSM Autofocus Motor: Hyper Sonic Motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus operation well-suited for candid and action shooting.
Auto and Manual Focus: Supports both autofocus and full-time manual focus override, giving the shooter flexible control without switching modes.
Lightweight 310g Build: At just 310 grams, it is notably compact for a telephoto zoom of this range, reducing fatigue during extended handheld use.
Lens Specifications — Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Travel, Wildlife |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 55–200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 55mm |
Description — Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC
The Sigma AF 55-200mm F4-5.6 DC is a telephoto zoom lens designed exclusively for APS-C format DSLR cameras. Its focal range runs from 55mm to 200mm, providing coverage across a wide span of telephoto applications — from flattering portrait distances to reaching more distant subjects. The variable maximum aperture runs from f/4 at 55mm to f/5.6 at 200mm, a standard trade-off for a zoom of this size and weight class.
Weighing just 310 grams, it keeps your kit light without sacrificing telephoto reach. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving photographers control over how they acquire focus in different scenarios. A 55mm filter thread allows easy integration with widely available filter accessories.
Mount options include Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sony A, making it compatible with a broad range of APS-C DSLR systems from major manufacturers. Note that no image stabilization is included, so technique and shutter speed awareness matter when shooting handheld at longer focal lengths.
Pros — Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC
- ✓Lightweight build at just 310g, making it easy to carry during extended shoots
- ✓Broad mount compatibility covering Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sony A systems
- ✓Versatile 55–200mm focal range on APS-C cameras suits portraits and distant subjects
Cons — Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 HSM DC
- ✗Variable maximum aperture of f/4–5.6 limits light-gathering at the long end
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be a drawback when shooting handheld at 200mm
- ✗APS-C-only design means it cannot be used on full-frame DSLR bodies
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