Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
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
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
This Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and compact size, making it a favorite for portraits and macro-like shots. Users highlight its lightweight design and excellent image quality, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value for Micro Four Thirds photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Compact and lightweight
- Great for portraits
- Fast and quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Price considered high by some
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 45 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 9 |
| Groups | 10 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 37 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.11x |
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 af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
