Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
A constant f/2.8 aperture across the 18-50mm zoom range is packed into a weather-sealed body weighing just 290g, making it exceptionally portable for APS-C mirrorless systems. Its stepping motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus and the 4.8-inch minimum focus distance enables 1:2.8 magnification macro-style close-ups. This lens is best for travel photographers and hybrid shooters who need a lightweight, versatile standard zoom without sacrificing low-light capability.
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- Q2 202685/100
Buyers praise the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 as a sharp, versatile upgrade from kit lenses, ideal for video and photography. A recurring complaint is the poorly designed lens hood that detaches easily.
- Sharp, bright, and fast autofocus; excellent upgrade from kit lenses.
- Compact and lightweight, ideal for gimbal use and everyday carry.
- Build uses plastic but feels well-constructed for the price.
- Lens hood is poorly designed and frequently comes off.
- Q1 2026100/100
Buyers praised the lens for its sharpness, versatility, and value, especially for travel and video. It pairs well with Sony APS-C cameras and is a clear upgrade from kit lenses.
- Sharpness and image quality exceed expectations, notably better than kit lenses.
- Versatile focal length ideal for travel, events, and video work.
- Lightweight and compact design praised for daily and travel use.
- Good value for money compared to other brands.
- Q4 202583/100
Buyers praise this Sigma lens as sharp, fast, and versatile for APS-C cameras, especially the Sony FX30. It's a compact, affordable walk-around lens with good low-light performance.
- Sharp, fast aperture, good color rendition, and low-light performance.
- Compact and versatile for travel, street, portraits, and video.
- Great value for the price, hard to beat.
- Works well with Sony FX30 and a6700 cameras.
- Q4 202493/100
Buyers praised the lens for its compact size, sharpness, and versatility, though one noted the lack of image stabilization.
- Compact and lightweight design ideal for daily use.
- Sharp image quality and good low-light performance at f/2.8.
- Silent autofocus for video, good build quality.
- Missing optical stabilization (VC/OSS) noted as a drawback.
- Q4 2023100/100
Buyers praised the lens as lightweight, sharp, and versatile, ideal for travel and as a main lens.
- Lightweight and compact design, great for travel.
- Sharp image quality, comparable to prime lenses.
- Versatile zoom range, good for framing various shots.
- Good indoor performance with f/2.8 aperture.
- Q4 202288/100
Buyers praised the lens as compact, sharp, and ideal for travel or action on APS-C cameras. One noted a compatibility issue with full-frame cameras.
- Compact and lightweight design praised for travel and walkaround use.
- Sharp image quality, often compared favorably to kit lenses.
- Zoom ring direction takes getting used to, but manageable.
- One buyer reported lens only fits APS-C, not full-frame as listed.
- Q1 202295/100
Buyers praise this lens as budget-friendly, versatile, and sharp, with minor notes on lack of stabilization and limited wide-angle.
- Excellent image quality and sharpness for the price.
- Versatile zoom lens, good for macro and general use.
- No stabilization; fine for A6600 but an issue for A6100/6400 video.
- 18mm not wide enough for some users.
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Specificaties
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Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 |
| Focal Length Max | 50 |
| Elements | 13 |
| Groups | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Build
| Mount | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 55 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 122 |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 |
Vergeleken met de concurrentie
| Spec | Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Sony G SELP28135G.SYX | Viltrox Pro AF 27mm f/1.2 | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18-50mm | 17-70mm | 17-28mm | 28-135mm | 27mm | 28-200mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/1.2 | f/4 |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E | Nikon Z | Sony E | Sony E | L-Mount |
| Stabilization | false | true | false | true | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 290 | 544 | 450 | 420 | 560 | 413 |
| AF Type | stepping motor | RXD | Stepping Motor | SSM | STM | Autofocus |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | prime | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Gebruikersoordeel | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | 87.1 | 80.3 | 86.6 | 90.8 | 82.6 | 82.4 | 81 | 78.6 | 20.9 | 36.8 |
| Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Compare | 53.5 | 85.6 | 69.4 | 85 | 91.3 | 82.4 | 64 | 89.6 | 86.7 | 82.5 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 Compare | 87.1 | 85.6 | 75.9 | 85 | 88.4 | 82.4 | 91.1 | 68.2 | 72.1 | 36.8 |
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX Compare | 94.4 | 76.2 | 77.7 | 35.1 | 88.4 | 64.3 | 64 | 92.6 | 60.4 | 93.6 |
| Viltrox Pro AF 27mm f/1.2 Compare | 87.1 | 98.6 | 68.2 | 38.4 | 82.6 | 98.5 | 91.1 | 33.7 | 90.6 | 36.8 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 Compare | 53.5 | 76.2 | 78.2 | 74.3 | 92.2 | 64.3 | 22.5 | 95.4 | 78.1 | 99.5 |
