Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN 50mm
Sigma
99 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED 24mm
Nikon
59 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN 50mm
88 out of 100 high confidence 91 reviews
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
Image quality 25
Build quality 12
Value for money 18
Size and weight 20
Autofocus performance 10
Stabilization 8
Nikon NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED 24mm
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Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN 50mm | Nikon NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED 24mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 24 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-4.5 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.46 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 240 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:5 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN 50mm
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong bokeh (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED 24mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong optical (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (77th percentile)
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN 50mm
Nikon NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED 24mm
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Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN 50mm
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
