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Exclusively designed for use with digital SLR cameras - 6.9 times high magnification zoom ratio!
The new 18-125mm F3.5-5.6 DC zoom lens was exclusively designed for use with digital Single-Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras and has 6.9 times high magnification zoom ratio. Image circle is designed to match the size of the image sensor of digital SLR cameras. A Special Low Dispersion (SLD) and two pieces of aspherical glass elements produce high level of optical performance through the entire zoom range and also this has resulted in a compact, lightweight lens. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 50cm (19.6in.) at all focal lengths and equipped with inner focusing system. Since the front of the lens does not rotate, Petal Shaped Hood and a circular polarizing filter can be easily attached and used. This lens is also equipped with Zoom Lock Switch that eliminates Zoom Creep.
Digital SLR Note: An image sensor element larger than those corresponding to APS-C cannot be used in digital cameras or 35mm SLR cameras. If such an element is used vignetting will occur on the picture surface.
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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Seattle, WA on 4/2/2007
Comments about Quantaray 18-125 mm F3.5-5.6 DC AF Zoom Lens for Canon EOS EF:
I was looking for a lens with a wider local length than the factory 18-55. I brushed across this lens on a trip to Portland. The lens is actually manufactured by Sigma. I really like the lens and found it to be build well with a nice focus ring to help in framing a shot. Bang for the buck it's hard to beat. Not an IS USM, but is also significantly less money and is still takes very quiet images even at ISO 1600. Can be hard to focus in minimal light.
[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from Pearland, TX on 3/10/2007
Comments about Quantaray 18-125 mm F3.5-5.6 DC AF Zoom Lens for Canon EOS EF:
I picked this lens up because of its wide zoom range and have been very happy with it. I have found that it's a great general purpose lens--I use it more than any other lens I have. The autofocus could be a little faster, but for the price, I really can't complain. It seems pretty well constructed, and has a comfortable weight to it. It is fairly compact. One feature that I really like is the fixed bezel, which makes the use of a circular polarizing filter much easier.
It's minimum focusing distances is also a nice feature, as the lens can be used for some light macro work.
For the cost, I would say that this lens is a great addition to anyone's camera bag.
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from The Colony, TX on 2/17/2007
Comments about Quantaray 18-125 mm F3.5-5.6 DC AF Zoom Lens for Canon EOS EF:
Much better than the factory 18-55mm. Very tight, smooth controls. Best bang for the buck to take it up a few notches.