Is the Sigma 18-250mm zoom adequate?

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PeterCorbett
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Is the Sigma 18-250mm zoom adequate?

Post by PeterCorbett » December 5th, 2013, 6:02 am

Just wondering if the Sigma 18-250mm zoom would work for basic shooting where there isn't time to do lens swaps? I shoot news occasionally with my F5 and while the stations love the low DOF look and quality of the F5, the logistics of filming with short-range Nikon zooms is tricky.

I notice you've used the Sigma in your storm-chasing Alistair. I know the lens trombones, ramps and has a very short focus throw, but is the manual focus usable? Does the image jump when you pull focus. Any advice much appreciated.
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