<p>The Sigma was my first lens (although this was quite some time ago), and I did enjoy it. I got the 16-85 this year, planning to use it for a hiking trip. It did very well. It's quite versatile (although a bit heavy--this may be less of a concern for you, I am a small woman). I just keep it on my K-5 now unless I have specific plans that call for one of my other lenses. It doesn't handle bokeh like a Limited, but that's not generally what I'm worried about when I'm using a walk-around lens. For me, the extra reach over the Sigma is really important, I tend to favor a short telephoto range in the way I see.<br>
<br />Here are some pictures I have taken with it: <a href="