TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 27mm
TTArtisan
54 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
99 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 27mm
70 out of 100 medium confidence 22 reviews
The TTArtisan 27mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its compact size, lightweight build, and good value, making it a popular choice for everyday carry and street photography. However, several users report issues with vignetting, soft edges, and occasional autofocus or exposure inconsistencies, especially in low light. While many find it a solid budget alternative to the Fuji 27mm pancake, some returned it due to the pronounced vignetting or lack of contrast.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Good value for the price
- Sharp center image
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Easy-to-use aperture and focus rings
Cons
- Pronounced vignetting
- Soft edges and corners
- Unreliable autofocus in low light
- Inconsistent exposure with aperture changes
- Lack of contrast and saturation
Compactness and portability 6
Value for money 5
Image sharpness 5
Vignetting 4
Autofocus performance 3
Build quality 3
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Scores
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Budget
Macro
Travel
Video Cinema
Portrait
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Street
Specifications
| TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 27mm | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 27 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 27 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 20 |
| Groups | 5 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 5★ |
| Coating | — | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.09 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 39 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 170 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 27mm
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong macro (65th percentile)
- Below average optical (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 27mm0.013score per dollar
vs
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS0.008score per dollar
TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 27mm offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
