Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
This Sigma telephoto lens is widely praised for its excellent value, offering impressive reach and image quality at a fraction of the cost of comparable lenses. Users highlight its solid build, effective stabilization, and versatility for wildlife and outdoor photography, though many note it is heavy and struggles in low light. The autofocus can be slow and less accurate beyond 400mm, but manual override helps. Overall, it is considered a fantastic budget-friendly option for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Impressive reach (600mm)
- Good image stabilization
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for wildlife and outdoor photography
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Poor low-light performance
- Slow autofocus beyond 400mm
- Zoom ring requires multiple twists
- Tripod collar is small and uncomfortable
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and excellent low-light performance. Users love its versatility for travel, video, and long exposures, often pairing it with other lenses in the budget trinity. A few note it's not as premium as the S-line or Nikon 14-30mm, but most agree it offers incredible value for the price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great value for money
- Versatile for travel and video
Cons
- Not as premium as S-line lenses
- Some prefer wider 14-30mm range
- Build not as exceptional as premium trinity
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 25 | 13 |
| Groups | 15 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 6★ | 3 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon 1 | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 2.10 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 600 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.9 | 1:5.26 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
