Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS
The Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens is widely praised for its incredible 10x zoom range, sharpness, and fast autofocus, making it a versatile choice for wildlife, sports, and portrait photography. Users highlight its excellent image stabilization and macro capabilities, though many note the significant weight and bulk as a drawback, often requiring a monopod or tripod for extended use. Verified reviews confirm compatibility with adapters for Nikon Z cameras, and the lens works well with in-body stabilization on Sony and Lumix bodies. Overall, it delivers professional-grade performance at a relatively affordable price, but the weight and variable aperture are common concerns.
Pros
- Incredible 10x zoom range (60-600mm)
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent image stabilization
- Sharp image quality edge to edge
- Versatile for wildlife, sports, and portraits
Cons
- Heavy and bulky (5.5 lbs)
- Requires tripod or monopod for extended use
- Variable aperture (f/4.5-6.3) limits low-light performance
- Not parfocal, less ideal for video
- No native Nikon Z mount available
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 60 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 600 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 27 |
| Groups | 5 | 19 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | SLD and FLD Glass Elements |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | 22-32★ |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 4.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 2.50 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 105 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor★ | HLA Linear Focusing Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 7 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2.4★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (68th percentile)
- Below average build (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 26.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
