Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
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
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
This 35mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and lightweight build, making it a versatile choice for both photo and video work. Users highlight its excellent value, especially when bundled with Lumix bodies, and its ability to produce clean images in low light. However, one verified review warns of extreme distortion when used with the Ronin 4D gimbal, which may be a dealbreaker for videographers relying on straight lines.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Lightweight and compact build
- Excellent value for money
- Great low-light performance
Cons
- Extreme distortion with Ronin 4D
- Requires lens profile for raw correction
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 11 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | L-Mount |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 240 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:4.55 |
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 (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
