Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
Nikon
84 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
85 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
This Nikon 18-300mm lens is widely praised for its versatility, sharpness, and value. Users love the all-in-one zoom range that replaces multiple lenses, especially for travel, events, and photographing kids. A few note the autofocus can be slow or imprecise, and some received the wrong item initially, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Sharp images across zoom range
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and compact
- Effective vibration reduction
Cons
- Autofocus can be slow or imprecise
- Some units shipped with wrong lens
- Not sharp at full zoom (past 150mm)
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Autofocus not silent
Versatility 6
Image quality 7
Value for money 5
Autofocus performance 4
Build quality 4
Vibration reduction 3
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 80 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 20 |
| Groups | 13 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 4 | 5★ |
| Coating | Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/6.7 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | AF-S | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.22x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong macro (76th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR0.093score per dollar
vs
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS0.110score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Scores 84 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
