Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
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
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm VR II lens is widely praised as an excellent value kit lens replacement. Users highlight its sharpness, compact size, light weight, and improved close-focus ability over older versions. A few note minor quirks like the lock mechanism and potential shadow from the on-camera flash, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Improved close focus ability
- Effective vibration reduction
Cons
- Lock mechanism can confuse new users
- On-camera flash shadow at close focus
- Plastic mount feels less durable
- Slower autofocus than pro lenses
- No weather sealing
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 17 | — |
| Groups | 11 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.54 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | AF-S |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.8★ | — |
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)
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.