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Archive 2025Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
p.6 #1Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Yes, I was surprised the Sony Alpha Blog ranked the Sigma 20-200 above the 25-200.
I have seen initial positive results when using the Sigma's close focusing. Need to test it much more - but that is encouraging. I find the below photo plenty sharp (if it doesn't show up as sharp here due to the link, check it out on Flickr - https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCEYqF ):
Winter Leaf along the Palisades 1a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
I have seen initial positive results when using the Sigma's close focusing. Need to test it much more - but that is encouraging. I find the below photo plenty sharp (if it doesn't show up as sharp here due to the link, check it out on Flickr - https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCEYqF ):
Winter Leaf along the Palisades 1a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrJan 11, 2026 at 04:19 AM
p.6 #2Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
hasenbein wrote:
And what's now your opinion about the lens?
Do you still think it's not sharp enough?
Still undecided. I took some shots of a hawk feeding from fairly close the other day, and walked away feeling it was not sharp enough. Compared it to the Tamron 35-150, Sony 20-70 and Tamron 50-300 during a hike yesterday and found sharpness borderline acceptable - causing me to reconsider.
Hawk photo:
Hawk Feeding 1a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
TravelinBriNY wrote
Better during the day:Do you still think it's not sharp enough?
Still undecided. I took some shots of a hawk feeding from fairly close the other day, and walked away feeling it was not sharp enough. Compared it to the Tamron 35-150, Sony 20-70 and Tamron 50-300 during a hike yesterday and found sharpness borderline acceptable - causing me to reconsider.
Hawk photo:
Hawk Feeding 1a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrJan 11, 2026 at 05:38 AM
p.6 #3Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken research institute building in February 21, 2026
using Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
using Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Feb 21, 2026 at 12:54 PM
p.6 #4Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Sound of Spring at Milliken Arboretum (Spartanburg, SC) in February 28, 2026
used Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
used Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Feb 28, 2026 at 07:30 PM
p.6 #5Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Park in March 7, 206
Sony A7R3 with Sigma 20-200F3.5-6.3
Wild Cherry blossomed and Spring is finally arrived at door
Sony A7R3 with Sigma 20-200F3.5-6.3
Wild Cherry blossomed and Spring is finally arrived at door
Mar 07, 2026 at 04:22 PM
p.6 #6Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Speaking of Cherry blossomed. Pretty please with a cherry on top we want to know the focal length with the description. With that said I greatly appreciate the beautiful photographs being shared and am happy to see the Sony A7R3 getting excellent t usage.
Mar 07, 2026 at 11:25 PM
p.6 #7Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
I have some output data
Camera Make SONY Camera Model ILCE-7RM3 Exposure Time 0.00625s
Aperture ƒ/8 ISO 153.1 mm Brightness Value 7.74765625 Date Time Original 2026-03-07 11:22:41
Exposure Compensation -0.3 Exposure Mode Auto Exposure Program Aperture-priority AE
Flash Off, Did not fire
Max Aperture Value 6.3039233804316
Scene Capture Type Standard
Sharpness Normal
Software DxO PureRAW 3 and InPixio Photo Studio 10
Camera Make SONY Camera Model ILCE-7RM3 Exposure Time 0.00625s
Aperture ƒ/8 ISO 153.1 mm Brightness Value 7.74765625 Date Time Original 2026-03-07 11:22:41
Exposure Compensation -0.3 Exposure Mode Auto Exposure Program Aperture-priority AE
Flash Off, Did not fire
Max Aperture Value 6.3039233804316
Scene Capture Type Standard
Sharpness Normal
Software DxO PureRAW 3 and InPixio Photo Studio 10
Mar 08, 2026 at 05:36 AM
p.6 #8Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
A few from Nepal with the Sigma 20-200. The lens is not as sharp as I would like - and nowhere near as good as the Tamron 50-300 - but a very versatile focal length that has allowed me to capture a few shots I am quite fond of:
Distracted at the market 1a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Boudha 31 Jan 2026 8a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Two Sisters and a Motorbike 1a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
The Narrow Streets of Patan 3a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Portrait of a young girl playing on a lion at Bhaktapur 1c by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Boudha 17 Feb 26 17p by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Kids dressed up for the celebration 1a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
A shopkeeper in Bjaktapur 1C by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Machhapuchhre 4a by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Food prep in Kathmandu 1c by Brian Laguardia, on Flickr
Distracted at the market 1a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrBoudha 31 Jan 2026 8a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrTwo Sisters and a Motorbike 1a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrThe Narrow Streets of Patan 3a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrPortrait of a young girl playing on a lion at Bhaktapur 1c by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrBoudha 17 Feb 26 17p by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrKids dressed up for the celebration 1a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrA shopkeeper in Bjaktapur 1C by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrMachhapuchhre 4a by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrFood prep in Kathmandu 1c by Brian Laguardia, on FlickrMar 09, 2026 at 05:24 PM
p.6 #9Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Arboretum in March 15, 2026
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and Sony A7R3
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and Sony A7R3
Mar 15, 2026 at 12:15 PM
p.6 #10Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Arboretum in March 15, 2026
Spring arrival at Spartanburg, SC
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and Sony A7R3
Spring arrival at Spartanburg, SC
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and Sony A7R3
Mar 15, 2026 at 12:20 PM
p.6 #11Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Spring is everywhere in Milliken Arboretum in March 22, 2026
Sony A7R2 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Sony A7R2 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Mar 22, 2026 at 11:37 AM
p.6 #12Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Twin tree at Milliken Park
taken March 28, 2026
Using Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 (A7R3)
taken March 28, 2026
Using Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 (A7R3)
Mar 28, 2026 at 11:48 AM
p.6 #13Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Park in March 29, 2026
Used Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 (A7R3)
Used Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 (A7R3)
Mar 29, 2026 at 11:50 AM
p.6 #14Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Park in March 29, 2026
Used Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 (A7R3)
Used Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 (A7R3)
Mar 29, 2026 at 11:51 AM
p.6 #15Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Arboretum in Summer 2026 (April 4) Sigma 28-200mm F3.5-6.3
Apr 04, 2026 at 12:04 PM
p.6 #16Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Main trail in the King Mountain Military National Park in April 11, 2026
Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Apr 11, 2026 at 12:53 PM
p.6 #17Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Milliken Field Park in April 12, 2026
Sony A7R3 and 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Sony A7R3 and 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
Apr 12, 2026 at 05:28 PM
p.6 #18Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Cleveland Park of Spartanburg City in May 2, 2006 used Sony A7R3 and Sigma 20-200mm F3,5-6,3
May 02, 2026 at 11:49 AM
p.6 #19Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Blue Ridge Parkway in May 9, 2026
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
At Peak of Mountain Mitchell State Park (NC)
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3
At Peak of Mountain Mitchell State Park (NC)
May 09, 2026 at 05:25 PM
p.6 #20Sigma 20-200mm f3.5-6.3 C - Sample Images
Just got back from Olympic National Park and took the Sigma with me instead of my usual 16-35 pz and 50-400 tamron. Overall was very happy with the one-walkaround lens solution and I’m happy with the shots I got without the lens changes. Still culling and editing but for anyone on the fence, it’s a great lens worth having. I definitely think this will be my go-to lens for travel from now on.
May 11, 2026 at 07:30 AM