Nikon Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G DX AF-P ED
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
What Buyers Say
Nikon Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G DX AF-P ED
This Nikon 70-300mm lens is generally well-liked for sports and kids' events, offering good reach and image quality at a reasonable price. Most users praise its performance and value, especially as a renewed item that looks and works like new. However, one buyer received a defective unit with non-functional autofocus and manual focus, and another noted minor cosmetic damage on arrival. The lack of VR is a common consideration, but many find it acceptable with a tripod or steady hands.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Good image quality
- Effective for sports and events
- Looks and works like new (renewed)
- Fast and silent autofocus
Cons
- No VR (image stabilization)
- Occasional slow autofocus
- Defective unit received (autofocus/manual focus)
- Cosmetic damage on arrival
- Limited zoom range for wildlife
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
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G DX AF-P ED | Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.48 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Pulse stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 117 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:4★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G DX AF-P ED
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (23rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
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 build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
