Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is widely praised as a compact, lightweight, and sharp standard zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Users consistently highlight its excellent image quality, fast f/2.8 aperture, and affordable price as major strengths, making it a popular upgrade from kit lenses. Common criticisms include the lack of optical stabilization and a poorly designed lens hood, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent image sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture
- Great value for the price
- Fast and silent autofocus
Cons
- No optical image stabilization
- Poorly designed lens hood
- No weather sealing
- Plastic build quality
- Zoom ring direction opposite to Fujifilm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, versatile zoom range, and effective vibration reduction. Users highlight its superb build quality and excellent performance in low light, making it a favorite for portraits, landscapes, and general photography. While some note its significant weight and size, and a few mention tight filter threads or high price, the overwhelming sentiment is that it delivers outstanding image quality and is a worthwhile investment for serious photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and detail
- Versatile 24-70mm zoom range
- Effective vibration reduction (VR)
- Excellent low-light performance
- Superb build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- High price point
- Tight filter threads
- No tripod collar included
- Not compatible with older DSLRs
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 15 |
| Groups | 10 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 1.07 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 121 mm★ | 380 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.8 | 1:3.7 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
