Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
What Buyers Say
Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
The Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS lens is widely praised as a versatile, sharp all-around zoom for full-frame E-mount cameras, ideal for travel and everyday use. Users love the focal range, image quality, and stabilization, though some note it's heavy and pricey for an f/4 lens. A few report focus issues or a squeaky zoom ring, but overall it's considered a top choice for a do-it-all lens.
Pros
- Versatile focal range
- Sharp image quality
- Effective OSS stabilization
- Great for travel
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Expensive for f/4
- Intermittent focus issues
- Squeaky zoom ring
- No sunstars
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Scores
Specifications
| Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Groups | 14 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Nano AR and Fluorine Coatings | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.66 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave AF Motor | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 380 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.31x | 1:4.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
