Sigma Art 24-105mm F4.0 Art DG OS HSM
Sigma
65 Overall Score
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Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
Canon
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Art 24-105mm F4.0 Art DG OS HSM
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Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
78 out of 100 medium confidence 18 reviews
This lens is widely praised for its excellent optics, lightweight design, and quiet STM autofocus, making it a great everyday and travel lens. Users note it rivals Canon's L-series in image quality while being much more affordable, though some mention the plastic mount and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Verified buyers highlight its sharpness, effective image stabilization, and value for money, especially when purchased as a kit lens. However, a few users report limitations with autofocus points on certain camera bodies and note it is not a true macro lens.
Pros
- Excellent image quality rivaling L-series
- Lightweight and compact design
- Quiet and smooth STM autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
- Great value for money
Cons
- Plastic mount instead of metal
- No weather sealing
- Limited autofocus points on some bodies
- Not a true macro lens
- Inferior image quality to 18-135mm
Image quality 6
Build quality 4
Value for money 5
Autofocus performance 4
Image stabilization 3
Weight and portability 4
Scores
Macro
Street
Budget
Travel
Video Cinema
Portrait
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Specifications
| Sigma Art 24-105mm F4.0 Art DG OS HSM | Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 12 |
| Groups | 14 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | — |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF-S |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.89 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HSM | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 66 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.6 | 1:4 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Art 24-105mm F4.0 Art DG OS HSM
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average build (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average social proof (24th percentile)
Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
- Strong macro (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
Scores 81 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.