Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm
Nikon
78 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art 28mm
Sigma
83 Overall Score
Scores
Portrait
Professional
Macro
Street
Video Cinema
Budget
Travel
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm | Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art 28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 17 |
| Groups | 7 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.86 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | HSM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 163 mm★ | 280 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:1 | 1:5.55 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong macro (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art 28mm
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm0.401score per dollar
vs
Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art 28mm0.172score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G 40mm offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art 28mm
Scores 83 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
