Sigma camera lens

Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Art DC HSM

Creators cited with it: 4; From 13 reports.
First cited: January 2019; By Harris Craycraft. Last reported 2 months ago.
Reviewers: Praised for sharpness and build & handling; Pushback on size & weight. From 2 reviews. What they said

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Creators cited with this

Dark Corner StudiosYouTube, 45.1K followersSeptember 2026
“Lenses - Sigma - 18-35 f1.8”
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NigelBarrosYouTube, 163K followersAugust 2026
“So, other than those lenses that I borrowed from Tim, the lens that you've been seeing on this camera the most is what you're seeing me on right now, which is the legendary Sigma 18 to35 F1.8.”
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6 more reports from NigelBarros
- January 2026
  “Lens used”
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- June 2024
  “…so this addd is paired with a Sigma 18 to35 lens which will already add some weight but I'll also add a cage that I found on Amazon for about 50 bucks and that'll give me a lot more mounting options”
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- June 2024
  “Some affiliate links to gear used: Lens”
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- May 2021
  “…and so all of my micro four thirds lenses just weren't as wide anymore so that's why I opted to switch back to my Sigma 18 to 35 and metabones speed booster combo”
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- May 2020
  “And again, I am trying it out with the Sigma 18-35 and that's what you're seeing me on right now shooting on my Panasonic GH3.”
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- May 2020
  “In this video, I test out the Viltrox EF-M2 II in combination with the Sigma 18-35mm that I borrowed.”
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DSLR Video ShooterYouTube, 744K followersOctober 2022
“…for this setup I am using the Canon R7 with an ef2 RF adapter in the legendary Sigma 18 to 35 this is an incredible setup it is going to eat up a huge portion of our budget though but this lens and Camera combination is really really solid”
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3 more reports from DSLR Video Shooter
- September 2022
  “…alright guys so I'm using the R7 with the Sigma 18 to 35 I've got a microphone I'll actually have my assistant zoom out so you can see this little YouTube setup we have going on”
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- August 2019
  “Sigma 18-35mm on Amazon (PAID LINK)”
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- July 2019
  “Sigma 18-35mm on Amazon”
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Harris CraycraftYouTube, 102K followersJanuary 2019
“Other great lens: Amazon”
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What reviewers say

Based on 2 reviews (0 press, 2 video), newest September 2025

What YouTube reviews of the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Art DC HSM judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Sharpness
Build & handling

Where reviewers push back

Size & weight

SharpnessRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Reviewers found images sharp with vibrant, accurate colors throughout.2 reviews›
Praise (2)
- “the vibrant colors and sharpness that this lens captures have made my photos and videos look incredible”
  VideoIs It Worth It? (Product Reviews) · July 2024Watch at 0:16
- “Got lovely sharp images. Colors are really good. Sharpness is really good.”
  VideoAvp Studios · September 2025Watch at 4:01
Rendering & bokehNot covered by enough reviews
AutofocusNot covered by enough reviews
Size & weightMostly negative: Leans negative.Bulky and heavy, though added weight reduces shake somewhat.2 reviews›
Praise (1)
- “because this lens has some weight to it it does help cut down on a lot of shakiness when you're taking photos or videos”
  VideoIs It Worth It? (Product Reviews) · July 2024Watch at 1:13
Complaints (2)
- “it is quite a bulky lens”
  VideoAvp Studios · September 2025Watch
- “the biggest drawback with this lens isn't the fact that it's designed for DSLRs and you need an adapter to use it with your mirrorless cameras. is its weight.”
  VideoAvp Studios · September 2025Watch at 0:49
Build & handlingRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Solidly built with excellent manual focus and internal zoom rings.2 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “the lens feels really solid and well constructed”
  VideoIs It Worth It? (Product Reviews) · July 2024Watch at 0:55
- “excellent manual focus ring.”
  VideoAvp Studios · September 2025Watch at 4:29
- “a really nice zoom ring, and it is all internal zoom in. It doesn't trombone.”
  VideoAvp Studios · September 2025Watch at 4:40
ValueNot covered by enough reviews