Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
99 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
Nikon
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
82 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6 VR refurbished lens is generally well-received, with many users praising its value, quiet autofocus, and effective vibration reduction. While some note it is not the sharpest lens and has minor build concerns, most find it a great budget-friendly option for casual use, especially for sports and concerts. A few users mention autofocus can be iffy at max zoom, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Quiet autofocus
- Effective vibration reduction
- Compact and lightweight
- Sharp image quality
Cons
- Not the sharpest lens
- Autofocus iffy at max zoom
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Missing inner seal on refurb
- Higher f-stop compromises low light
Value for money 8
Autofocus performance 5
Image quality 6
Build quality 4
Vibration reduction 3
Refurbished condition 5
Scores
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Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 13 |
| Groups | 14 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating | Super Integrated Coating (SIC) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.7 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.61 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 170 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2 | 1:3.5 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS0.001score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm0.004score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm offers 4.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
