Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm
The Sony 600mm f/4 GM is widely praised as the ultimate telephoto prime for wildlife and bird photography. Users consistently highlight its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and superb balance that makes hand-held shooting feasible despite its size. While the high price and need for a specialized bag are noted, the optical performance and build quality are considered unmatched.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Superb balance for hand-held use
- Excellent build quality
- Great with teleconverters
Cons
- Very high price
- Requires specialized camera bag
- Long minimum focus distance
- Heavy and bulky
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | super-telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 600 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 24 | 7 |
| Groups | 24 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 3.04 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | XD linear motor★ | pulse stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 4.50 m | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.14x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average build (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average macro (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.