Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G vs Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE

Focus is available to 11.8 inches, measured from the image sensor. It doesn't put the lens into macro territory, but with the ability to magnify subjects at 1:6 life-size at its closest focus distance, you can still capture small details—just not as small as you would with a 1:2 or 1:1 macro lens.

Sadly I was not impressed. Detail was missing and contrast was low especially above 100mm, 200mm was sad to look at. Stoping down to f7 or f8 did not help. I was worried that maybe my expectations were too high for a zoom lens so as a comparison I got the selp18105g

As for the Sigma: It is quite a bit sharper, has less purple fringing, significantly less bokeh fringing (long. CAs). It is heavier and more expensive, but it is a significantly better lens as well.

Yes, it's a lot more expensive, but at least then I'll be getting a lens that can do a decent range, great image quality, and it can do double-duty on my still image camera AND the FS100 using the Metabones EF adapter.

This lens doesn't have image stabilization. So, even if you could focus it in the dark -- which autofocus mechanisms have trouble doing -- guess what? The image may come out blurry, anyway. I did learn a trick as time went on, though: the kayaks have glow sticks at each end (green on the stern, red on the bow). Focus on one of those, and hold down the AF lock

focussing is faster,and in video is smoother. Images are sharp across all focal lengths. Compared to the original Sony 18-200,certainly the image stabilization is much less effective in this one,only in video where I can notice my hands shaking even at 18mm,but for photos it works very well and focus is quicker

Other thoughts: I read the reviews regarding this lens on a few reputable sites, and the lens performs and works nicely for an entry level type kit lens. If you are a beginner or amateur, this would be a nice zoom lens to purchase. Most people that hobby in photography don't need a top shelf $2000 zoom lens.

If you're primarily a videographer, you'll want to think about the standard version or the Power Zoom variation, but photographers will be happy with the stabilization provided by the OSS LE.

The lens came packaged very well, arrived exactly on time and in perfect condition. The images I have attached compare the older 50mm 1.8D alongside this lens, as well as the test shots. The shots are to show how much can fit in the frame using the 50mm lens (on a cropped sensor camera) in comparison to this 35mm 1

For one, it's large and heavy. In fact, it is as heavy if not slightly heavier than the camera body itself, meaning you will double the weight of the camera overall when using this lens. This is to be expected from a zoom lens with this focal length, but it's still something to mention. The other thing is that this lens definitely hunts for focus often