Tamron Di II A14E 18-200mm
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di II A14E 18-200mm
The Tamron 18-200mm lens is praised for its versatility and value, offering a convenient all-in-one zoom range that eliminates the need to switch lenses. While image quality is generally good, some users report issues like softness at the long end, vignetting at 18mm, and lens creep, though these can often be mitigated by sending the lens to Tamron for adjustment or using simple fixes. Focus speed is adequate for most needs but can be slow in low light or live view, and the manual focus is noisy, which is a drawback for video. Overall, it is considered a great budget-friendly option for hobbyists and entry-level photographers.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Good value for money
- Decent image quality for the price
- Lightweight and portable
- Includes tulip lens hood
Cons
- Softness at 200mm end
- Vignetting at 18mm
- Lens creep when pointed up/down
- Slow autofocus in low light
- Noisy manual focus for video
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
The Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary lens is highly praised for its compact, lightweight design and sharp image quality, making it an excellent choice for travel and real estate photography on APS-C cameras. Users appreciate the fast f/2.8 aperture for low-light performance and pleasing background blur, though some note the lack of in-lens stabilization and the need for post-production correction of distortion and vignetting on certain camera systems.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality across frame
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture
- Excellent for travel and landscapes
- Good low-light performance
Cons
- No in-lens image stabilization
- Distortion and vignetting need post-production correction
- Lacks aperture ring on some versions
- No USB dock for firmware updates
- In-camera focus stacking not supported on Canon R7
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron Di II A14E 18-200mm | Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 13 |
| Groups | 13 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| Coating | Internal Surface coatings, multiple-layered coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/18 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.40 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Auto Focus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 498 mm | 117 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.7 | 1:4 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di II A14E 18-200mm
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Tamron Di II A14E 18-200mm offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
