Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
Sigma 887975_AG5_1
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm | Sigma 887975_AG5_1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | — | 20 |
| Groups | — | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | 22-45★ |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.48 kg★ | 2.24 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | AF-S | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 380 mm | 170 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
- Strong versatility (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
Sigma 887975_AG5_1
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong macro (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm offers 3.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 1 of 22 specs.