Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, blazing-fast autofocus, and noticeably lighter weight compared to its predecessor. Users highlight its superb build quality, smooth bokeh, and versatility for sports, portraits, and low-light photography. A few complaints mention high cost, occasional autofocus issues, and a heavy tripod collar, but the vast majority consider it a top-tier professional lens worth the investment.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Blazing-fast autofocus
- Lighter than previous version
- Superb build quality
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- High price
- Heavy tripod collar
- Occasional autofocus issues
- Bulky for some users
- Focus ring noise
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 23 |
| Groups | 11 | 18 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 4 | 6★ |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Nano AR Coating II |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg★ | 1.48 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | Dual Linear & Super Sonic Wave AF Motors |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm★ | 960 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.8★ | 0.25x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average build (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average macro (29th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC offers 3.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
