Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 25mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is widely praised as a compact, lightweight, and sharp standard zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Users consistently highlight its excellent image quality, fast f/2.8 aperture, and affordable price as major strengths, making it a popular upgrade from kit lenses. Common criticisms include the lack of optical stabilization and a poorly designed lens hood, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent image sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture
- Great value for the price
- Fast and silent autofocus
Cons
- No optical image stabilization
- Poorly designed lens hood
- No weather sealing
- Plastic build quality
- Zoom ring direction opposite to Fujifilm
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 25mm
The Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 and 135mm f/2.8 lenses are overwhelmingly praised for their stunning image quality, sharpness, beautiful color rendition, and fast, accurate autofocus. Users frequently highlight the excellent build quality and compact, lightweight design, making them ideal for travel, street, and portrait photography. Common concerns include minor issues with close-focus performance in low light, some chromatic aberration, and a higher price point, though most agree the optical performance justifies the cost.
Pros
- Stunning image sharpness
- Beautiful color rendition and contrast
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Compact and lightweight design
Cons
- Higher price point
- Close focus issues in low light
- Some chromatic aberration
- OLED display not useful for professionals
- Focus ring lacks grooves
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 25mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 25 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 25 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 10 |
| Groups | 10 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | linear motors★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 25mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
