Canon RF EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM 28mm
Canon
76 Overall Score
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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
99 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon RF EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM 28mm
82 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Canon EF 28mm f/2.8 lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, color reproduction, and value for money, especially on a budget. Users praise its compact size, metal mount, and low-light performance, though some note the autofocus is noisy and slow compared to USM lenses. A few isolated complaints mention build quality feeling plasticky or the lens not working at all, but the majority find it a reliable workhorse for both crop sensor and full-frame cameras.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness and color
- Compact and lightweight design
- Metal mount for durability
- Great low-light performance
- Good value for budget buyers
Cons
- Noisy autofocus
- Slow autofocus compared to USM
- Plasticky build quality
- Lacks image stabilization
- Large manual focus ring angle
Sharpness 5
Build quality 4
Autofocus noise 4
Value for money 4
Low light performance 3
Compatibility 2
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Specifications
| Canon RF EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM 28mm | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 20 |
| Groups | 8 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 5★ |
| Coating | Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 5 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 94 mm★ | 170 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1.2x★ | 1:2 |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM 28mm
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd 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 7 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.