Sony DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
What Buyers Say
Sony DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom
This Sony 55-200mm telephoto zoom lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharp image quality, fast autofocus, and lightweight plastic build that balances well on Sony Alpha cameras. Users praise its value for money, noting excellent center and edge sharpness, minimal chromatic aberration, and smooth zoom. A few mention slight softness at 200mm and occasional autofocus hesitation, but overall it is highly recommended for portraits and outdoor photography.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Lightweight plastic build
- Great value for money
- Smooth zoom operation
Cons
- Slight softness at 200mm
- Occasional autofocus hesitation
- Plastic build may feel cheap to some
- Needs good light for handheld shots
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 DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | — | 17 |
| Groups | — | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| Coating | — | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4-5.6 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony A | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | SAM | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 950 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 1:4.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
- Below average optical (33rd 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)
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.