Sigma has just released its first-ever lens for Canon RF-mount cameras, the 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary. This news comes after Canon allowed Sigma and Tamron access to its RF-mount earlier this year. The lens is set to be available for purchase on July 11, and it’s a big deal for Canon’s crop-sensor (APS-C) mirrorless cameras like the EOS R7, EOS R50, and EOS R10.
Until now, Canon’s APS-C cameras have been lacking in lens options compared to Sony’s A6700. The Sigma 18-50mm lens offers a versatile focal length equivalent to 24-75mm with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture. This makes it the fastest RF-S lens currently available, providing photographers with a great everyday lens for landscapes, portraits, and events.
At a price of $499 / £479 / AU$699, the Sigma 18-50mm is also a great value for the quality it offers. It’s designed to provide the best optical quality for Canon RF-mount APS-C cameras, although full-frame RF lenses can also be used with these cameras. The lens is splash and dust resistant, lightweight at 10.6oz / 300g, and designed to work seamlessly with Canon cameras.
While the Sigma 18-50mm may not be the best option for macro photography, with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.8 at the wide end and 1:5 at the telephoto end, it is still the most versatile lens available for Canon APS-C mirrorless cameras. Additionally, Sigma has plans to release five more lenses for Canon RF-mount, including fast aperture prime lenses.
The arrival of Sigma lenses for Canon’s APS-C mirrorless cameras marks a new era for Canon camera users. With the combination of Canon’s excellent camera hardware and now a wider selection of native lenses, photographers have more options to explore and expand their creativity.
Overall, the Sigma 18-50mm lens is a game-changer for Canon RF-mount APS-C cameras, providing photographers with a versatile, high-quality lens option at an affordable price point. With more lenses from Sigma on the way, Canon users can look forward to further enhancing their photography experience with new and innovative gear.
