7Artisans Lite Series 25mm f/1.8 25mm
7Artisans
52 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN
Sigma
63 Overall Score
Scores
Macro
Professional
Landscape
Travel
Budget
Wildlife Sports
Street
Video Cinema
Portrait
Specifications
| 7Artisans Lite Series 25mm f/1.8 25mm | Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 25 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 16 |
| Groups | 5 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 4★ |
| Coating | Multilayer Coating | Super Multi-Layer & Nano Porous Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 12★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.47 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 180 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2 | 1:3.3 |
Pros & Cons
7Artisans Lite Series 25mm f/1.8 25mm
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (78th percentile)
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
Pricing
7Artisans Lite Series 25mm f/1.8 25mm0.004score per dollar
vs
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN0.001score per dollar
7Artisans Lite Series 25mm f/1.8 25mm offers 4.0x better value for money
7Artisans Lite Series 25mm f/1.8 25mm
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN
Scores 63 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
