Sigma 738109 150-500mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
What Buyers Say
Sigma 738109 150-500mm
The Sigma 50-500mm OS HSM lens is widely praised for its incredible versatility, sharp image quality, and excellent optical stabilization, offering a massive zoom range that covers everything from standard to super-telephoto. Users consistently highlight its great value for money compared to expensive brand-name alternatives, though many note the significant weight and the need for a tripod or monopod for extended handheld use. Some users report autofocus hunting in low light or with small subjects, and a few mention reliability issues like the lens extending under its own weight or requiring repair, but overall satisfaction remains very high.
Pros
- Excellent image sharpness and clarity
- Incredible 50-500mm zoom versatility
- Great value for money vs. brand lenses
- Effective optical stabilization (OS)
- Solid, professional build quality
Cons
- Very heavy, tiring for handheld use
- Autofocus hunts in low light
- Lens extends under its own weight
- Requires good light or high ISO body
- Slow aperture at long end (f/6.3)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and excellent low-light performance. Users love its versatility for travel, video, and long exposures, often pairing it with other lenses in the budget trinity. A few note it's not as premium as the S-line or Nikon 14-30mm, but most agree it offers incredible value for the price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great value for money
- Versatile for travel and video
Cons
- Not as premium as S-line lenses
- Some prefer wider 14-30mm range
- Build not as exceptional as premium trinity
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma 738109 150-500mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 500 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Pentax KAF3 | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 1.97 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HSM | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:5.26★ |
Pros & Cons
Sigma 738109 150-500mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average build (9th percentile)9th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.