Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
Sigma
75 Overall Score
vs
sse 420-800mm
sse
46 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
85 out of 100 high confidence 76 reviews
The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast f/1.4 aperture, and solid build quality, making it a favorite among APS-C users for low-light, astrophotography, and video work. Many reviewers highlight its excellent value for money compared to brand-name alternatives. However, common criticisms include its relatively large size and weight for a prime lens, the lack of image stabilization, and some concerns about compatibility with full-frame cameras and occasional quality control issues with packaging.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast f/1.4 aperture for low light
- Excellent value for money
- Solid build quality
- Quick and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Relatively large and heavy
- No image stabilization
- No aperture ring
- Compatibility issues with full-frame cameras
- Occasional quality control issues with packaging
Image quality 25
Value for money 15
Build quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Low light performance 8
Size and weight 7
sse 420-800mm
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Scores
Macro
Professional
Landscape
Video Cinema
Budget
Street
Wildlife Sports
Portrait
Travel
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm | sse 420-800mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 420 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 16 mm | 800 mm |
| Elements | 16 | — |
| Groups | 13 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 5★ | — |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Super HD Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/8.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.41 kg★ | 0.52 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm | 62 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:10★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
sse 420-800mm
- Strong macro (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm0.024score per dollar
vs
sse 420-800mm0.033score per dollar
sse 420-800mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm
Scores 75 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
