Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Tamron Di III VC AF020N700 28-300mm
What Buyers Say
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
Tamron Di III VC AF020N700 28-300mm
The Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD VC lens receives mixed feedback from users. Some praise its versatility, lightweight design, and value for money, especially for travel and casual photography. However, several users report significant issues with autofocus reliability, image sharpness, and lens creep, with some experiencing failures after a short period. The lens seems to work well for some but has notable quality control and compatibility concerns.
Pros
- Versatile zoom range
- Lightweight and portable
- Good value for money
- Vibration compensation
- Suitable for travel and casual use
Cons
- Autofocus reliability issues
- Soft image quality at times
- Lens creep problem
- Noisy autofocus operation
- Poor low-light performance due to high f-stop
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Tamron Di III VC AF020N700 28-300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 19 |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 4 | 4 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | XR (Extra Refractive Index) glass |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm★ | 490 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.8 | 1:3.5 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Tamron Di III VC AF020N700 28-300mm
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong aperture (71st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Tamron Di III VC AF020N700 28-300mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
