Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
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
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm
The Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 lens receives high praise for its build quality, sharpness, and value for money, especially on APS-C cameras like the Sony a6400 and Nikon Z50. Users highlight its sturdy construction and excellent image quality, with one reviewer calling it the best bang for your buck in wide-angle APS-C lenses. However, a Q&A warns that using it on a full-frame camera may cause vignetting and distortion.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Sharp images and videos
- Great value for money
- Sturdy and high-quality feel
- Fast autofocus
Cons
- Vignetting on full-frame cameras
- Distortion on full-frame cameras
- No aperture ring
- Limited to APS-C sensor size
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 16 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Groups | 10 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 13★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.38 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.5x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 16mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong optical (73rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
