Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm
The Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and outstanding low-light performance, making it a favorite among professionals. However, a significant number of users report autofocus issues, particularly at distances beyond 30 feet or at wide apertures, which can be inconsistent across copies. Despite its high price, most agree it delivers superb image quality, though some note it is slightly soft wide open and heavy.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Excellent low-light performance
- Fast aperture f/1.4
- Good build quality
Cons
- Autofocus issues at distance
- Inconsistent AF across copies
- Soft wide open at f/1.4
- Heavy weight
- High price
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 24 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 12 |
| Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Nano Crystal Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg★ | 0.62 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.8 | 1:5.55 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm
- Strong aperture (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Strong macro (75th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC offers 2.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
