Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
Tamron Di-II AF018C-700 18-250mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
The Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary lens is highly praised for its compact, lightweight design and sharp image quality, making it an excellent choice for travel and real estate photography on APS-C cameras. Users appreciate the fast f/2.8 aperture for low-light performance and pleasing background blur, though some note the lack of in-lens stabilization and the need for post-production correction of distortion and vignetting on certain camera systems.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality across frame
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture
- Excellent for travel and landscapes
- Good low-light performance
Cons
- No in-lens image stabilization
- Distortion and vignetting need post-production correction
- Lacks aperture ring on some versions
- No USB dock for firmware updates
- In-camera focus stacking not supported on Canon R7
Tamron Di-II AF018C-700 18-250mm
The Tamron 18-250mm lens is praised as an excellent all-in-one travel lens offering outstanding sharpness and color for its range, especially when stopped down. Users highlight its lightweight design, near-macro capability, and good value compared to Canon alternatives. However, the lack of image stabilization is a notable drawback, causing blur in low-light or handheld telephoto shots, and some report zoom creep. Overall, it is recommended for amateurs who understand its limitations.
Pros
- Outstanding sharpness when stopped down
- Excellent all-in-one travel lens
- Lightweight and compact design
- Near-macro focusing capability
- Good value for money
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Zoom creep issue
- Vignetting visible in some shots
- Chromatic aberration/fringing
- Softness in corners at wide apertures
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | Tamron Di-II AF018C-700 18-250mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 250 mm |
| Elements | 13 | — |
| Groups | 10 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | advanced multi-coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/18 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon AF |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.42 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | — |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 117 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4 | 1:3.5 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Tamron Di-II AF018C-700 18-250mm
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (21st percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
