Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
This Sigma telephoto lens is widely praised for its excellent value, offering impressive reach and image quality at a fraction of the cost of comparable lenses. Users highlight its solid build, effective stabilization, and versatility for wildlife and outdoor photography, though many note it is heavy and struggles in low light. The autofocus can be slow and less accurate beyond 400mm, but manual override helps. Overall, it is considered a fantastic budget-friendly option for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Impressive reach (600mm)
- Good image stabilization
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for wildlife and outdoor photography
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Poor low-light performance
- Slow autofocus beyond 400mm
- Zoom ring requires multiple twists
- Tripod collar is small and uncomfortable
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
The Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM lens is a notable upgrade from the kit 18-55mm, offering a constant fast aperture, silent autofocus, and superior image quality. Users praise its sharpness, bokeh, and build, though they note it is heavier and bulkier. A few refurbished units had minor scratches or early malfunction, but overall the lens is highly recommended for Sony Alpha APS-C cameras.
Pros
- Constant F2.8 aperture
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Excellent image sharpness and contrast
- Pleasing bokeh
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Some units have early malfunctions
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Moderate flare issue
- Limited zoom range to 50mm
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 25 | 9 |
| Groups | 15 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 6★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/6.3 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 5-6.3 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 2.10 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 600 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.9★ | 0.215x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
