Sigma 17-70 2.8-4.5 vs Pentax 18-55 II/WR
Posted 09/10/2016 - 18:55 - Helpful Comment
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If you aren't happy with the Sigma then there is no point keeping it but personally I would look at the Pentax 16-45mm f4 rather than the 18-55mm. You can pick up a used one for not much more than £100 these days and it punches well above it's price bracket.
Posted 09/10/2016 - 22:18 - Helpful Comment
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Hi Simon
I'm a bit surprised you want to sell the Sigma. I have the Sigma 17-70 F2.8-4 and find it superior to all the Pentax zooms I've owned in a similar focal length. It works great into the sun too. I've had the 18-55 (numerous copies), 16-45 and 17-70 Pentaxes and of these I liked the 16-45 the best, but the limited zoom range frustrated me. I tend to agree with Mike, the 16-45 is definitely a step up from the 18-55.
Regards
David
I'm a bit surprised you want to sell the Sigma. I have the Sigma 17-70 F2.8-4 and find it superior to all the Pentax zooms I've owned in a similar focal length. It works great into the sun too. I've had the 18-55 (numerous copies), 16-45 and 17-70 Pentaxes and of these I liked the 16-45 the best, but the limited zoom range frustrated me. I tend to agree with Mike, the 16-45 is definitely a step up from the 18-55.
Regards
David
Posted 09/10/2016 - 22:28
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Hi both
Many thanks for replying.
It is the flare and low contrast when shooting into the light that I find problematic.
I had an 18-55 ii that blew the Sigma out of the water in such circumstances.
I'll pop some images on in the morning.
Cheers
Simon
Many thanks for replying.
It is the flare and low contrast when shooting into the light that I find problematic.
I had an 18-55 ii that blew the Sigma out of the water in such circumstances.
I'll pop some images on in the morning.
Cheers
Simon
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Posted 12/10/2016 - 14:23
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I'm keeping the Sigma!
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I am looking for some advice.
I currently own the Sigma and love it apart from its awful performance into the light.
My previous Pentax 18-55II was seemingly sharp, had the Pentax colours and was great into the light.
Finances are so tight I am looking at selling the Sigma (which I bought on here) and using some of the cash (if I sell it!!!) to purchase one of the 18-55s.
The Sigma is faster, a little sharper.
The Pentax is lighter, has better contrast and colours.
Any thoughts?
Cheers
Simon
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