Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN 16-28mm
Sigma
91 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena 135mm
Nikon
59 Overall Score
Scores
Professional
Portrait
Street
Budget
Video Cinema
Macro
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Travel
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN 16-28mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena 135mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 135 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 16 |
| Groups | 11 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 4 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | ARNEO and Meso Amorphous Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 0.99 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping AF Motor | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 820 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.55 | 1:5 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN 16-28mm
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena 135mm
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN 16-28mm0.076score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena 135mm0.020score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN 16-28mm offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN 16-28mm
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
