Sigma Contemporary 56mm f/1.4 DC DN 56mm
Sigma
73 Overall Score
vs
Nikon Nikkor 2166 200mm
Nikon
83 Overall Score
Scores
Street
Portrait
Macro
Budget
Professional
Video Cinema
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 56mm f/1.4 DC DN 56mm | Nikon Nikkor 2166 200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 56 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 56 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 13 |
| Groups | 6 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.14 | 1:3.5 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 56mm f/1.4 DC DN 56mm
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average social proof (29th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon Nikkor 2166 200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 56mm f/1.4 DC DN 56mm0.170score per dollar
vs
Nikon Nikkor 2166 200mm0.554score per dollar
Nikon Nikkor 2166 200mm offers 3.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Nikkor 2166 200mm
Scores 83 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
