Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Sigma
94 Overall Score
vs
OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO
OM System
74 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
88 out of 100 high confidence 91 reviews
The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is widely praised as a compact, lightweight, and sharp standard zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Users consistently highlight its excellent image quality, fast f/2.8 aperture, and affordable price as major strengths, making it a popular upgrade from kit lenses. Common criticisms include the lack of optical stabilization and a poorly designed lens hood, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent image sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture
- Great value for the price
- Fast and silent autofocus
Cons
- No optical image stabilization
- Poorly designed lens hood
- No weather sealing
- Plastic build quality
- Zoom ring direction opposite to Fujifilm
Image quality 25
Build quality 12
Value for money 18
Size and weight 20
Autofocus performance 10
Stabilization 8
OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO
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Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 8 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 25 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 15 |
| Groups | 10 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | OM SYSTEM ZERO coating, fluorine-coated front element |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.41 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm | 25 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:4.76 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO
- Strong macro (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong optical (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average social proof (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN0.141score per dollar
vs
OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO0.048score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Scores 94 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
