Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
The Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, build quality, and value for money, especially for travel and outdoor photography. Some users note that the f/4 aperture limits indoor use and one reviewer reported heavy vignetting at 70mm. Overall, it is considered an excellent general-purpose zoom for Nikon Z-series cameras.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Excellent build quality
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and portable
- Versatile zoom range
Cons
- f/4 aperture limits indoor use
- Heavy vignetting at 70mm on some copies
- Not ideal for low-light conditions
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
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 17 |
| Groups | 11 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| Coating | Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.33 | 1:4.8 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (70th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
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)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
