Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
The Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens is widely praised as a versatile all-around lens, ideal for events, weddings, and travel. Users appreciate the constant f/2.8 aperture, extra reach over a 24-70mm, and high-quality glass at a lower cost than Sony equivalents. A few note the lens is heavy and the zoom ring can be stiff initially, but overall it delivers excellent performance and value.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Extra reach over 24-70mm
- High-quality glass
- Lower cost than Sony equivalents
- Versatile for events and travel
Cons
- Heavy weight (2.2 lbs)
- Stiff zoom ring initially
- No image stabilization
- Manual zoom only (no power zoom)
- Vignetting (easily correctable)
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 18 |
| Groups | 5 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 12★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 1.00 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor★ | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 401 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:3.1★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 6.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
