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Sigma 18-50mm F2.8
3 stories tracked since 24 June 2026 — latest 8 Oct 2026. This page updates itself as new coverage lands.
24 June 2026 · Lens News
Tamron 17-70mm F2.8 Coming to RF and Z Mount in July
Tamron's 17-70mm F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD is coming to Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts on July 2nd, priced at $749 USD. The Z-mount version weighs 540g; the RF version is 530g and uniquely adds physical switches for OIS and AF/MF control. Both get USB-C for firmware updates and Lens Utility app support. DPReview's 2021 review of the E-mount version flagged distortion, onion-ring bokeh, and longitudinal CA, but rated it solid overall for the price.
6 Oct 2026 · Lens Rumour
Sigma 50-120mm f/2.8 APS-C Lens Rumoured, Per L-Rumors
Sigma is reportedly close to announcing a 50-120mm f/2.8 for APS-C, per L-Rumors. The lens is said to be "very compact" and would complete a three-lens f/2.8 set alongside Sigma's existing 10-18mm and 18-50mm APS-C primes. Mount options and pricing are unconfirmed.
8 Oct 2026 · Lens News
Sigma 50-120mm F2.8 OS DC Contemporary: APS-C Telezoom at $799
Sigma has announced the 50-120mm F2.8 OS DC Contemporary for APS-C mirrorless at USD $799, coming to Fujifilm X, Sony E, and Canon RF mounts. It weighs 390g and measures 67x99mm in the Sony E version, with OIS rated at 6.5 stops at 50mm and 4.5 stops at 120mm. The lens completes Sigma's F2.8 APS-C zoom trio alongside the 10-18mm and 18-50mm, and is the only one of the three with a dedicated aperture ring.