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Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM 28mm

69.6 Score
28mm 16 Nikon F Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining an f/1.4 maximum aperture with 17 elements—including 3 aspherical and 5 ED glass—the lens delivers sharp, edge-to-edge clarity and strong contrast. Its weather-sealed barrel and HSM autofocus provide reliable, quiet performance in dusty or damp environments. It's best for landscape and street photographers who routinely shoot wide-open in low light and need a rugged, fast 28mm prime.

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Price CA$160
Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM 28mm lens

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Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro 50mm

33.4 Score
50mm 32 Nikon F (FX)
Why we recommend this

Its 1:1 maximum magnification and 7.4-inch working distance make it a dedicated tool for capturing life-size details of small subjects. The Super Multi Coating effectively suppresses flare and ghosting on digital sensors, while the included screw-in hood simplifies filter use. This lens is best for Nikon F-mount photographers needing an affordable, lightweight macro option for documenting inanimate objects like fossils or products.

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Sigma EX DG 8mm f/3.5 EX DG Circular Fisheye 8mm

33.1 Score
8mm 22 Nikon F
Why we recommend this

Its 8mm focal length captures a full 180-degree circular image on full-frame sensors, with an f/3.5 aperture and one ED element maintaining sharpness across an 11-element, 6-group optical design. Close focusing to 5.3 inches yields a 1:4.6 magnification for dramatic near-subject distortion, while the rear gelatin filter holder and Super Multi-Layer coating enhance creative control and contrast. It’s best for photographers seeking extreme barrel distortion and exaggerated perspectives for creative compositions, as its low 24.6 portrait score confirms it’s ill-suited for conventional subjects.

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Sigma Art 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM 50-100mm

63.8 Score
50-100mm 16 Nikon F
Why we recommend this

A constant f/1.8 aperture across a 50-100mm zoom range on APS-C delivers a bright telephoto equivalent of 80-160mm, with four ED elements and HSM autofocus. Its professional-grade resolution and robust build make it a standout for crop-sensor systems, though it lacks stabilization and weather sealing. Best for sports and portrait photographers on APS-C bodies who need fast aperture in a telephoto zoom without switching to full frame.

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Price CA$1,440
Sigma Art 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM 50-100mm lens

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Sigma EX DC HSM 10-20mm f/3.5 EX DC HSM 10-20mm

61.8 Score
10-20mm 22 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this

A constant f/3.5 aperture and HSM autofocus with built-in Optical Stabilization ensure sharp, handheld ultra-wide shots across the 10–20mm zoom range. The Super Multi-Layer coating and four aspherical elements deliver edge-to-edge clarity, and the large 82mm filter thread simplifies using polarizers or ND filters. It’s best for Nikon APS-C shooters focusing on landscape and creative close-up work, thanks to a 24cm minimum focus distance that emphasizes foreground detail.

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Sigma EX DC OS HSM 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM 17-50mm

61.5 Score
17-50mm 22 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture and 4-stop optical stabilization anchor this zoom, with FLD glass delivering fluorite-level chromatic aberration correction for sharp, high-contrast images. Its 28cm minimum focus distance and 1:5 magnification enable near-macro versatility, and the EX-series build includes a petal hood and padded case. Best for APS-C Nikon DSLR shooters wanting a fast, stabilized standard zoom for event work and detail-rich portraits.

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Sigma Sports 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM 500mm

39.6 Score
500mm 32 Nikon F IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture combined with two FLD and one SLD element delivers exceptional clarity and chromatic aberration correction, while the magnesium alloy body provides a dust- and splash-proof build at 3310g. Its optical stabilization offers a 4-stop advantage, and the Hyper Sonic Motor provides fast, accurate autofocus that excels in challenging low-light conditions. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need a durable, hand-holdable 500mm prime with full-frame coverage and reliable weather sealing for extended outdoor shoots.

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