Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
The Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary lens is highly praised for its compact, lightweight design and sharp image quality, making it an excellent choice for travel and real estate photography on APS-C cameras. Users appreciate the fast f/2.8 aperture for low-light performance and pleasing background blur, though some note the lack of in-lens stabilization and the need for post-production correction of distortion and vignetting on certain camera systems.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality across frame
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture
- Excellent for travel and landscapes
- Good low-light performance
Cons
- No in-lens image stabilization
- Distortion and vignetting need post-production correction
- Lacks aperture ring on some versions
- No USB dock for firmware updates
- In-camera focus stacking not supported on Canon R7
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R
This M.Zuiko 40-150mm lens is widely praised for being lightweight and compact, delivering sharp images for its price point. Users are impressed with its value as a budget telephoto zoom for the Micro Four Thirds system, especially for outdoor daytime photography. A few note it struggles in low light and with fast-moving subjects, but most consider it a fantastic deal for hobbyists and travelers.
Pros
- Lightweight and compact design
- Sharp image quality for the price
- Excellent value for money
- Good for daytime outdoor photography
- Quiet and fast autofocus
Cons
- Struggles in low light
- Not suitable for fast-moving subjects
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Not weather sealed
- Tromboning zoom mechanism
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 40 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 13 |
| Groups | 10 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.19 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 117 mm★ | 900 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4 | 1:6.25 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
