Pentax smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL vs Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM

Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pentax · 2008

smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL

f/3.5220 g

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Sigma

18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM

f/3.5

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Pick the Pentax smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM if

You need more reach: 200mm vs 55mm at the long end

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Pentax smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL and the Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM
	Pentax smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL	Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM
Brand	Pentax	Sigma
Type	Zoom	Superzoom
Format	APS-C	not listed
Focal length	18-55mm	18-200mm
Weight	220 g	not listed
Length	67.5 mm	not listed
Diameter	68 mm	not listed
Filter thread	52 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.25 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.34×	not listed
Aperture blades	6	not listed
Optical design	11 elements / 8 groups	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed
Released	2008	not listed

2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all

Mount: Pentax K both
Max aperture: f/3.5 both

Our notes

Pentax smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL

A 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 standard zoom lens, the Pentax smc Pentax-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL is designed for Pentax K mount bodies. A popular general-purpose zoom for Pentax APS-C cameras.

Our notes

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM

The Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM is an APS-C superzoom lens covering 18-200mm at f/3.5-6.3 for Pentax K mount cameras, with Optical Stabilizer and Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. A high-ratio walk-around zoom for APS-C cameras.