Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ
Canon
73 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Sigma
98 Overall Score
Scores
Travel
Street
Budget
Professional
Macro
Video Cinema
Portrait
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ | Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 14 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 30 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 13 |
| Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Air Super Spectra Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm | 121 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.38x | 1:2.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (75th percentile)
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)20th %ile
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ0.257score per dollar
vs
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN0.131score per dollar
Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
