Sigma 7457Z7

Sigma 7457Z7

Sigma
79 Overall Score
vs
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

7Artisans
89 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Sigma 7457Z7

85 out of 100 high confidence 76 reviews

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast f/1.4 aperture, and solid build quality, making it a favorite among APS-C users for low-light, astrophotography, and video work. Many reviewers highlight its excellent value for money compared to brand-name alternatives. However, common criticisms include its relatively large size and weight for a prime lens, the lack of image stabilization, and some concerns about compatibility with full-frame cameras and occasional quality control issues with packaging.

Pros
  • Exceptional sharpness
  • Fast f/1.4 aperture for low light
  • Excellent value for money
  • Solid build quality
  • Quick and accurate autofocus
Cons
  • Relatively large and heavy
  • No image stabilization
  • No aperture ring
  • Compatibility issues with full-frame cameras
  • Occasional quality control issues with packaging
👍 Image quality 25
👍 Value for money 15
👍 Build quality 12
👍 Autofocus performance 10
👍 Low light performance 8
👎 Size and weight 7

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

92 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews

The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.

Pros
  • Sharp image quality
  • Fast and snappy autofocus
  • Excellent low-light performance
  • Lightweight design
  • Great for video
Cons
  • Internal stabilizer movement when off
  • Not parfocal
  • Focus-by-wire system
  • Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
👍 Image quality 5
👍 Autofocus performance 4
👍 Low light performance 2
🤔 Build quality 5
👍 Weight and portability 2
👍 Video suitability 2

Scores

Portrait
Sigma
64
7Artisans
88
Macro
Sigma
80
7Artisans
87
Professional
Sigma
81
7Artisans
65
Street
Sigma
81
7Artisans
77
Video Cinema
Sigma
79
7Artisans
74
Landscape
Sigma
76
7Artisans
51
Budget
Sigma
73
7Artisans
74
Travel
Sigma
73
7Artisans
50
Wildlife Sports
Sigma
68
7Artisans
61

Specifications

Sigma 7457Z77Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
Optics
Typeprimeprime
Focal Length Min16 mm35 mm
Focal Length Max16 mm35 mm
Elements1611
Groups138
Aspherical Elements22
ED Elements5★1
CoatingSuper Multi-Layer Coating—
Aperture
Max Aperturef/16f/1.8
Min Aperturef/1.4f/1.8
Constant✓★✗
Diaphragm Blades911★
Build
MountSony ENikon Z
FormatAPS-Cfull-frame★
Weather Sealed✓★✗
Weight0.10 kg★0.43 kg
Filter Thread67 mm62 mm
AF & Stabilization
AF Typestepping motorSTM★
Stabilization✗✓★
Focus
Min Focus Distance250 mm35 mm★
Max Magnification1:10★—

Pros & Cons

Sigma 7457Z7

  • Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

  • Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

Pricing

Sigma 7457Z7 is €198 cheaper (2.5x less).

Sigma 7457Z70.587score per dollar
vs
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm0.267score per dollar

Sigma 7457Z7 offers 2.2x better value for money

Sigma 7457Z7

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

Verdict

★ Winner: 7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

Scores 89 overall, wins 2 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.

Sigma 7457Z7 Better at:

StreetTravelLandscapeProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm Better at:

MacroPortrait

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