Had some pleasing results on an old EOS 350 and new 1300. Very useful zoom range and saves on lens swaps for most general situations. Build quality seems OK. The lock function is required as will creep when carried without it on - no real problem and expect really with it's impressive range.

I wanted a solid walkabout lens for my D5100 without breaking the bank. I had the option of buying the Nikon 18-300 for about $1000 or a 3rd party lens. I really did't want to invest too much in glass for a D series mount as I can see myself moving up to an F series in a couple of years.

I like it, i can take close pics and far away pics

i dont need to change lens any more

its a little heavy

I needed a one lens that does it all. A very fast quiet lens. I am very pleased with my purchase. I just take this lens for my yearly travel holidays. I am very please with my macro photos and my scenery photos. I cannot find any faults

I am an amature, have kids doing concerts to sports indoor and outdoor. I bought this lens because it is affordable and great quality. I do not have to change lens anymore, one lens for any activity. Exactly wat I am looking for.

Affordable Price; Fast Focus; Great Photo Quality; Light Weight; Perfect For Amature

A Little Tight To Operate

The title is a little misleading. It is the latest version of the lens, not the one with the 72mm filter. If this is what you want, it is nicely packaged, it includes three filters with magnification for close-up photo the bag and the protection petal. Hope this helped.

The perfect lens for those wishing they didn't have to change lenses all the time. We bought this to replace our two lenses and it worked out nicely. Takes perfect pictures and is easy to operate. Would recommend this to anyone.

I really, really, really wanted to love this lens. I did a lot of research on my options in this pirce range and the fact it is built is Japan was a major selling point.THE GOOD: Well built with a sharp and clear visual through my DSLR. Operated smoothly and had a feel and look of quality.

Durable; Easily Interchangeable; Lightweight; Strong Construction

Color Not Quite Accurate; Color Was Not As Good As; Inconsistent Focus Issues

So far no sign of lens creep, common to many extended range zooms. Seems sharp throughout range, and the macro setting is an added plus.

Price; range

Might seem heavy to some; but not this old guy

This is an amazing product for those who hate changing lenses. this lens is actually the Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM , you can read the reviews at http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/sigma-18-250mm-3p5-6p3-os-hsm-macro This was the best price I got it for.