Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
This lens is widely praised for its excellent optics, lightweight design, and quiet STM autofocus, making it a great everyday and travel lens. Users note it rivals Canon's L-series in image quality while being much more affordable, though some mention the plastic mount and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Verified buyers highlight its sharpness, effective image stabilization, and value for money, especially when purchased as a kit lens. However, a few users report limitations with autofocus points on certain camera bodies and note it is not a true macro lens.
Pros
- Excellent image quality rivaling L-series
- Lightweight and compact design
- Quiet and smooth STM autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
- Great value for money
Cons
- Plastic mount instead of metal
- No weather sealing
- Limited autofocus points on some bodies
- Not a true macro lens
- Inferior image quality to 18-135mm
Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
The Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Users praise its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance, making it a versatile choice for travel, street, and astrophotography. While some note the lack of weather sealing and plastic build, the lens is considered a great value for its price.
Pros
- Sharp even at f/1.4
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and compact
Cons
- No weather sealing
- Plastic build
- No aperture ring
- Some vignetting wide open
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm | Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 16 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 4-5.6 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Canon RF |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg | 0.08 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 66 mm★ | 130 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4★ | 0.1x |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
- Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Canon EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS STM 18-55mm wins 5 specs while Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm wins 6.