Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Samyang AF SYIO85AF-E 85mm
What Buyers Say
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
Samyang AF SYIO85AF-E 85mm
The Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II is a budget-friendly lens that delivers excellent image quality, creamy bokeh, and fast autofocus for many users, though a significant number report serious AF issues, especially with certain Sony cameras like the A7C II. Build quality is generally praised as solid, but complaints about a wobbly mount, defective focus rings, and a flimsy hood exist. The value proposition is strong at its price point, making it a worthwhile choice for those willing to risk potential firmware or compatibility quirks.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Creamy bokeh
- Sharp image quality
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Solid build construction
Cons
- Serious autofocus issues on some cameras
- Incompatible with Sony A7C II
- Flimsy lens hood
- Wobbly lens mount
- Warm color cast reported
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Samyang AF SYIO85AF-E 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 9 |
| Groups | 11 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Ultra Multi-Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg | 0.51 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm★ | 900 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.8★ | 0.11x |
Pros & Cons
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)
Samyang AF SYIO85AF-E 85mm
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong build (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average macro (26th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
No current pricing available
Samyang AF SYIO85AF-E 85mm
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
