Sigma 18-125mm f/3.5-5.6 DC IF Aspherical Zoom 18-125mm
Sigma
62 Overall Score
vs
Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm
Nikon
85 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Macro
Portrait
Street
Travel
Landscape
Video Cinema
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Sigma 18-125mm f/3.5-5.6 DC IF Aspherical Zoom 18-125mm | Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 125 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | — | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 125 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:3.5★ |
Pros & Cons
Sigma 18-125mm f/3.5-5.6 DC IF Aspherical Zoom 18-125mm
- Strong versatility (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong aperture (78th percentile)
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Sigma 18-125mm f/3.5-5.6 DC IF Aspherical Zoom 18-125mm0.178score per dollar
vs
Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm0.711score per dollar
Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm offers 4.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm
Scores 85 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
