Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm
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
OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm
This lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness and compact size, making it a favorite for travel and outdoor photography. Users highlight its lightweight design and constant f4 aperture as ideal for a walkaround lens. A few note the lack of a manual focus clutch and that bokeh can sometimes appear busy, but overall it delivers stunning image quality for the price.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Constant f4 aperture
- Great value for money
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- No manual focus clutch
- Bokeh can be busy at times
- No image stabilization in lens
- No teleconverter compatibility
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 40 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 15 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | ZERO and Fluorine Lens Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| 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★ | 0.38 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 700 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.41x |
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 (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
