Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
Sigma
86 Overall Score
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Brightin Star AF MF 50mm F0.95 II 60mm
Brightin Star
60 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
No customer feedback yet
Brightin Star AF MF 50mm F0.95 II 60mm
95 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
This 85mm f/1.8 lens for Sony E-mount has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from all verified purchasers. Users consistently praise its exceptional build quality with a metal body and smooth control rings, as well as its sharp optics and fast, quiet autofocus. Many reviewers expressed surprise at the high quality given the affordable price, noting it performs well above its cost. A few minor drawbacks mentioned include the lens being slightly heavier and larger than expected, but overall sentiment is extremely favorable.
Pros
- Excellent build quality with metal body
- Sharp optics with minimal chromatic aberration
- Fast and quiet STM autofocus
- Smooth focus and aperture rings
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Slightly heavier than expected
- Larger size than some alternatives
Build quality 6
Value for money 5
Autofocus performance 4
Image quality 4
Bokeh 2
Weight and size 2
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Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM | Brightin Star AF MF 50mm F0.95 II 60mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 8 | 10 |
| Groups | — | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | IMC Coating Technology |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 15★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | 0.97 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HSM | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 396 mm | 50 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:3 | 2:1★ |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
Brightin Star AF MF 50mm F0.95 II 60mm
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong macro (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (71st percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average build (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM0.115score per dollar
vs
Brightin Star AF MF 50mm F0.95 II 60mm0.333score per dollar
Brightin Star AF MF 50mm F0.95 II 60mm offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
Scores 86 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
