Sigma Sports 185955 500mm
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Sports 185955 500mm
The Sigma 500mm f/4 Sports lens wins strong praise for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and solid build. Users note it pairs well with Nikon Z-series cameras via the FTZ adapter and delivers excellent image quality for wildlife and bird photography, especially in low light. A few caution that it's heavy for prolonged handheld use, but most find it well-balanced. The lens is seen as a cost-effective alternative to pricier OEM primes, with the added benefit of customization via the Sigma Lens Dock.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Solid build quality
- Excellent low-light performance
- Well-balanced design
Cons
- Heavy for handheld use
- Expensive initial cost
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f/4-7.1 MACRO O.I.S. lens is widely praised for its compact size, versatile zoom range, and macro capability, making it an ideal travel companion. Users appreciate the optical stabilization and the convenience of not swapping lenses, though some note softness at extreme ends and a slow aperture. Overall, it's a solid all-in-one solution for outdoor and travel photography.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Versatile zoom range (28-200mm)
- Macro capability
- Effective optical stabilization
- Convenient all-in-one travel lens
Cons
- Soft at wide and telephoto ends
- Slow maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Not ideal for low light without stabilization
- Requires stopping down for sharpness
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Sports 185955 500mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | super-telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 500 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 500 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 17 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 3.17 kg | 0.41 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HSM | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 6.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 3.50 m | 140 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.5x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Sports 185955 500mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average build (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average macro (27th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.