Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Sigma
99 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
Nikon
68 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
88 out of 100 high confidence 91 reviews
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
Image quality 25
Build quality 12
Value for money 18
Size and weight 20
Autofocus performance 10
Stabilization 8
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
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Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 12 |
| Groups | 10 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | fluorine-coated front element |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.33 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 150 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8★ | 0.24x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong build (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN0.008score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR0.004score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
