Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary 12mm
Sigma
86 Overall Score
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
93 Overall Score
Scores
Street
Professional
Portrait
Video Cinema
Budget
Macro
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Travel
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary 12mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 12 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 17 |
| Groups | 12 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Water- and Oil-Repellent Coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 172 mm★ | 180 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:8.4 | 1:2.7 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary 12mm
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary 12mm0.110score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.080score per dollar
Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary 12mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 93 overall, wins 1 of 9 usage categories and 1 of 21 specs.
