OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
What Buyers Say
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
This OM System 40-150mm f/2.8 Pro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and versatile reach. Users praise its build quality and performance for portraits, sports, and wildlife, with some noting it pairs well with teleconverters. One reviewer mentioned a missing filter bundle issue, but the lens itself is highly recommended.
Pros
- Super sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Excellent build quality
- Great for portraits and sports
Cons
- Missing filter bundle in some orders
- High price point
- Heavier than some alternatives
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Scores
Specifications
| OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 17 |
| Groups | 10 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | ZERO coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fujifilm X |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.76 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual VCM | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 700 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 1:4.8★ |
Pros & Cons
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC offers 4.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
