Canon L RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM 100-500mm
Canon
63 Overall Score
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Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm
Sigma
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM 100-500mm
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Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm
92 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews
The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 Fisheye DG DN Art Lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified buyers, who praise its exceptional image quality, fast autofocus, and stellar performance for astrophotography. Users note it is heavy and large, but consider the trade-off worthwhile for the unique fisheye perspective. A few practical concerns include limited bag compatibility and the lack of filter options.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent for astrophotography
- Unique fisheye perspective
- Great build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Limited bag compatibility
- No front filter thread
- Expensive
- Not for everyone
Image quality 4
Autofocus performance 2
Astrophotography suitability 2
Weight and size 3
Value for money 2
Build quality 2
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Specifications
| Canon L RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM 100-500mm | Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 100 mm | 15 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 500 mm | 15 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 13 |
| Groups | 14 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 7★ | 4 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating, Water and Oil Repellent Coating (front element) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/54 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-7.1 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.36 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual Nano USM★ | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 900 mm | 177 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.33x | 1:7.9★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM 100-500mm
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average aperture (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average bokeh (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average build (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average social proof (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon L RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM 100-500mm0.003score per dollar
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Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm0.016score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm offers 5.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
