Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 40mm
Nikon
63 Overall Score
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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
99 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 40mm
85 out of 100 medium confidence 18 reviews
The Nikon Z 40mm f/2 is widely praised as a compact, lightweight, and affordable prime lens that delivers excellent value for money. Users love its fast autofocus, good optics, and how it pairs well with various Z-series cameras, often preferring it over heavier or more expensive lenses. Common criticisms include the lack of weather sealing and the absence of a lens hood in the box, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent value for money
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Good optical quality
- Great for casual and travel photography
Cons
- No weather sealing
- No lens hood included
- Plastic construction feels cheap to some
- Image quality not always better than kit zoom
- Slightly heavier than kit zoom
Value for money 6
Size and weight 5
Autofocus performance 3
Image quality 4
Build quality 4
Weather sealing 3
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 40mm | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 20 |
| Groups | 4 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 290 mm | 170 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.9 | 1:2 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 40mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (71st percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.