Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN
Sigma
63 Overall Score
vs
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-E08018 8-18mm
Panasonic
64 Overall Score
Scores
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Macro
Travel
Budget
Professional
Street
Video Cinema
Portrait
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN | Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-E08018 8-18mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 8 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 15 |
| Groups | 12 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer & Nano Porous Coatings | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 2.8-4.0 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.47 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | — |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.3★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (78th percentile)
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-E08018 8-18mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average macro (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN0.089score per dollar
vs
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-E08018 8-18mm0.058score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Sigma Contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN wins 6 specs while Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-E08018 8-18mm wins 4.
