The Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG | Contemporary is an innovative zoom lens specifically designed for mirrorless full-frame cameras. With an impressive focal length range from 20 mm in ultra-wide angle to 200 mm in telephoto, it offers exceptional flexibility for various photographic applications. This lens is ideal for travel photography, landscape shots, and even close-ups, thanks to a reproduction ratio of 1:2. The compact and lightweight design ensures high mobility, while the high-speed autofocus and versatile features allow for effortless shooting. The combination of a 10x zoom and a well-thought-out optical design makes this lens an indispensable tool for creative photographers.
Lens type | Normal Lens, Telephoto lens, Wide angle lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Weight | 540 g |
Item number | 61935461 |
Manufacturer | Sigma |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | 796965 |
Release date | 9.9.2025 |
Colour | Black |
Minimum focus distance | 0.17 m |
Lens type | Normal Lens, Telephoto lens, Wide angle lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 3.50 f/ |
Min. aperture | 22 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 20 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 200 mm |
Focal length | 20 - 200 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9x |
Filter thread | 72 mm |
Number of lenses | 18 |
Number of lens groups | 14 |
Optical zoom | 10x |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Min. focal length (exact) | 0.02 m |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 0.20 m |
Filter thread | 0.07 m |
Country of origin | Japan |
CO₂ emissions | 1,11 kg |
Climate contribution | EUR 0,12 |
Scope of delivery | Bag, Lens cap, Lens hood |
Weight | 540 g |
Length | 117.50 mm |
Diameter | 77.20 mm |
Length | 22.20 cm |
Width | 10.40 cm |
Height | 17.50 cm |
Weight | 912 g |
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As expected, the very wide-angle 10x zoom shows weaknesses at open aperture. However, stopping down by one stop usually results in good resolution values. If you can put up with the slight optical limitations, you get a very versatile zoom that cuts a fine figure, especially as a compact and lightweight travelling companion.
Of course, you can't expect miracles in terms of image quality with such a 10x zoom, which has to cover everything from wide-angle to telephoto. Chromatic aberration is clearly visible, especially at short focal lengths. However, this can easily be corrected afterwards using software...