Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm

Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm

Sigma
75 Overall Score
vs
Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm

Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm

Retropia
53 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

Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm

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Scores

Macro
Sigma
79
Retropia
62
Professional
Sigma
77
Retropia
40
Landscape
Sigma
75
Retropia
35
Video Cinema
Sigma
75
Retropia
45
Budget
Sigma
70
Retropia
42
Street
Sigma
68
Retropia
44
Wildlife Sports
Sigma
64
Retropia
32
Portrait
Sigma
61
Retropia
41
Travel
Sigma
60
Retropia
44

Specifications

Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mmRetropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm
Optics
Typeprimeprime
Focal Length Min16 mm32 mm
Focal Length Max16 mm32 mm
Elements16—
Groups13—
Aspherical Elements2★—
ED Elements5★—
CoatingSuper Multi-Layer Coating—
Aperture
Max Aperturef/16f/11
Min Aperturef/1.4f/11
Constant✓✓
Diaphragm Blades9★—
Build
MountSony ECanon RF
FormatAPS-C★micro-four-thirds
Weather Sealed✓★—
Weight0.41 kg0.05 kg★
Filter Thread67 mm—
AF & Stabilization
AF Typestepping motor★manual focus only
Stabilization✗✓★
Focus
Min Focus Distance250 mm32 mm★
Max Magnification1:10★—

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)

Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm

  • Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Below average social proof (14th percentile)14th %ile
  • Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
  • Below average optical (19th percentile)19th %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

Pricing

Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm is MX$2,226 cheaper (3.7x less).

Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm0.025score per dollar
vs
Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm0.064score per dollar

Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm offers 2.6x better value for money

Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm

Retropia Pink Repurposed Disposable Camera 32mm

Verdict

★ Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm

Scores 75 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.

Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm Better at:

MacroBudgetStreetTravelPortraitLandscapeProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports

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