Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Canon L RF 85mm f/1.2L USM 85mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
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
Canon L RF 85mm f/1.2L USM 85mm
Users rave about the Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM lens for its exceptional sharpness and beautiful bokeh, especially in portraiture. Many emphasize that mastering the shallow depth of field at f/1.2 requires practice, but the results are rewarding. The lens pairs well with modern cameras like the Sony A9II and Canon R system, delivering fast and accurate autofocus. A few note the need for a tripod and the lens's weight, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Fast f/1.2 aperture
- Excellent for portraits
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Requires practice to master f/1.2
- Heavy weight
- Tripod recommended for wide open
- Chromatic aberration issues
- Shallow depth of field challenging
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Canon L RF 85mm f/1.2L USM 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 8 |
| Groups | 10 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Air Sphere Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 8★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon RF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 1.19 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 950 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.12x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Canon L RF 85mm f/1.2L USM 85mm
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average build (24th percentile)
- Below average macro (29th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.