Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
vs
Sigma DG Macro 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
Sigma
60 Overall Score
Scores
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Travel
Video Cinema
Portrait
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Macro
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Sigma DG Macro 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 14 |
| Groups | 7 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.55 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 950 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Sigma DG Macro 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong bokeh (78th percentile)
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.627score per dollar
vs
Sigma DG Macro 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro0.305score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
