Is the 18–200mm APS-C zoom a sought-after lens category? We've tested four of them in recent years, and almost all the current stabilized models are in their third-generation. (Yes, they're popular.

The Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM lens is a good choice for those who don't want the hassle of changing lenses all the time, or perhaps if you're travelling and attempting to keep your kit bag light.

Over the last year or so, Sigma have gradually been updating their lenses to fit into their 'Art', 'Sport' and 'Contemporary' lens lines. The 18-200mm range is popular amongst those who own a camera with an APS-C sensor and wish to travel light, with the convenience of a large 11.1x zoom range.

Good optical performance for a super zoom lens; Well built; Lightweight; Compact; Optical stabiliser; Compatible with Sigma USB dock; Good value

Sloppy manual focusing action with no full-time manual override; CA levels at 18mm when stopped down

Got this for my wife who has a Nikon D3200. She is constantly changing from the 18-55mm lens to a 70-300mm lens. This lens fits nicely in the middle. Good sharp pictures, easy to use and auto focus spot on.

Easy to use; well built

Nothing so far

limited use but doing all it is supposed to

i love this lens, i used one for 3 years, full time, 5 days a week and have only just replaced it for the updated model with minor upgrades. it is robust, very well built, and even survives the most cringing of impacts.

Easy to use; Build quality; Battery life

Bulky

The OS suffix on this lens stands for Optical Stabilisation, which features a pair of sensors that compensate for camera shake and automatic detection of camera movement when panning.

Excellent resolution for this type of lens; OS; price

Too much chromatic aberration

All-in-one super-zoom lenses are all classically huge and heavy. Made to do everything and be a master at nothing, these extremely wide focal length lenses have historically only offered only decent image quality.