Sigma Corp. announced that it will launch a compact yet powerful lens with a 13.9x zooming ratio.
The 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM, equivalent to 27-375mm in 35mm format, is capable of macro-photography at 35cm throughout its focussing range. The company has successfully reduced the weight of the lens by 160g and size by 11.5mm in length and 5.5mm in diameter compared to its former model by, improving optical design and structure. Mounts for Sigma, Nikon, Canon, Sony and Pentax will be available soon at a suggested price of 84,000 yen (US$1,050).
