Sigma Sports 740101 150-600mm
Nikon NIKKOR 2213 18-140mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Sports 740101 150-600mm
The Sigma 150-600mm Sport lens is praised for its excellent image quality, effective image stabilization, and solid build. However, its significant weight and bulk are common criticisms, making it less ideal for casual hikes or extended handheld use. Many users recommend pairing it with a tripod or monopod and the Sigma USB dock for fine-tuning autofocus.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Effective image stabilization
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Very heavy and bulky
- Tripod collar not removable
- Fabric lens cap is inconvenient
- Metal hood adds weight
- Zoom ring is stiff
Nikon NIKKOR 2213 18-140mm
The Nikon 18-140mm lens is widely praised for its versatility, sharpness, and convenience as an all-in-one solution for everyday photography. Users appreciate its performance on various Nikon DX cameras, though some note it is a bit heavy and one refurbished unit arrived in poor condition. Overall, it delivers great value for both beginners and enthusiasts.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Sharp and crisp image quality
- Great for portraits, landscapes, and sports
- Convenient for everyday carry
- Good value for refurbished units
Cons
- Slightly heavy for some users
- Refurbished unit arrived dirty and dented
- Not VR II version (only VR)
- Filter size mismatch in some bundles
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Sports 740101 150-600mm | Nikon NIKKOR 2213 18-140mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 140 mm |
| Elements | 5 | 17 |
| Groups | — | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | — | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 2.86 kg | 0.49 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 105 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Hyper Sonic Motor | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | — | 450 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.23x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Sports 740101 150-600mm
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Strong aperture (71st percentile)
- Below average build (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average macro (12th percentile)12th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR 2213 18-140mm
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Sports 740101 150-600mm
No current pricing available
Nikon NIKKOR 2213 18-140mm
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
