Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
Sigma
87 Overall Score
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TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm
TTArtisan
52 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
No customer feedback yet
TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm
72 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The TTArtisan AF 23mm F1.8 lens receives mostly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, solid metal build, and impressive low-light performance at a budget price. However, several users report inconsistent autofocus accuracy, especially with moving subjects, and one unit failed within two months. Overall, it is seen as a great value lens that punches above its weight class.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness for the price
- Solid metal construction
- Impressive low-light performance
- Great value for money
- USB-C port for firmware updates
Cons
- Inconsistent autofocus accuracy
- Autofocus sluggish with moving subjects
- Unit failed within 60 days
- Slightly muted colors
- Not on par with other TTArtisan releases
Sharpness 4
Build quality 3
Autofocus accuracy 5
Value for money 4
Low light performance 3
Reliability 1
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Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM | TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 8 | 11 |
| Groups | — | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | 0.21 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HSM | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 396 mm | 300 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:3★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong macro (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 20 specs.
